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Florida Poly’s New President Aims to Enhance Economic Impact
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Florida Poly’s New President Aims to Enhance Economic Impact

Florida Polytechnic University is entering a new era under Dr. G. Devin Stephenson as president, with ambitious goals to double student enrollment and add science- and medicine-focused programs. Stephenson hopes his leadership can guide Florida Poly to greatness! Stephenson’s vision for Florida Poly is achieving an annual enrollment growth rate of 10% and moving toward...

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Globe and Red Hat Collaborate to Modernize IT Infrastructure

Red Hat Inc, one of the premier open source providers worldwide, and Globe have announced a joint initiative to modernize Globe’s IT infrastructure via Red Hat Open Innovation Labs and improve operational practices while creating a superior customer experience for Globe customers. Integrating Open Source Technologies Globe’s engineers collaborated closely with Red Hat during their...

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What is the Average cost of installing an HVAC System? Save Money this Summer

Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems have become an indispensable addition to our homes and buildings: keeping us comfortable while also improving air quality; however, costs associated with installation can quickly add up – I know first-hand. That is why I am here – to break down typical costs associated with HVAC installations so...

Governor DeSantis’ Budget Vetoes Impact Polk County Projects
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Governor DeSantis’ Budget Vetoes Impact Polk County Projects

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed the state’s $116.5 billion budget, but not without making significant cuts through line-item vetoes. The vetoes, totaling approximately $1 billion, have had a mixed impact on Polk County’s planned projects and allocations. Polk State College: A Tale of Two Outcomes Polk State College experienced both disappointment and relief in...

Polk County Housing Market Update: April 2024
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Polk County Housing Market Update: April 2024

Polk County, Florida’s real estate landscape experienced a slight change in April as its median home listing price showed slight decrease compared to both March’s $349,950 and April 2023’s $349,500, according to data analyzed from Realtor.com. Realtor.com revealed that in April the median listing price dropped 0.3% year-on-year – being listed for just over $349k...