George McGregor

Ford Expands Off−Road Family of Trucks with All−New 2021 F−150 Tremor – a Rugged 4×4 for Work…

George McGregor Dec 8, 2020

All-new F-150 Tremor® combines outstanding towing and payload capacity* with greater off-road prowess – featuring upgraded suspension and driveline hardware, increased suspension travel, approach and breakover angles, and ground clearance,…

Kia’s Julie Kurcz Named To Automotive News’ List Of 100 Leading Women In North American Auto…

George McGregor Dec 8, 2020

The 36-year auto industry veteran Julie Kurcz has helped Kia become the number one ranked mass-market brand in J.D. Power’s Initial Quality Study for six consecutive years. Recent effort on Telluride credited with SUV’s historic…

Rhode Island Man arrested In Florida In June 2019 Sentenced to Prison for Conspiring to Launder…

George McGregor Dec 7, 2020

Sayon Balogun a/k/a “Oshine,” 32, a dual citizen of the United States and Nigeria, was sentenced by U.S. Senior District Court Judge Douglas P. Woodlock to 42 months in prison and three years of supervised release. Photo: MyLife, RI,…

The Education Fund Provides Autonomous Deliveries of Fresh Food and Supplies to Students, Families

George McGregor Dec 7, 2020

Ford and Argo AI team-up to use self-driving test vehicles to safely make contactless deliveries to distance learning students. With the help of donors like Ford, The Education Fund has provided nearly $3 million in materials and produce…

Hyundai Motor Group’s Urban Air Mobility Vision Concept Named “Best Innovations in 2020” by Etisalat

George McGregor Dec 6, 2020

Hyundai Motor Group is invited to exhibit its UAM S-A1 vision concept at GITEX. UAM augments urban mobility needs and shape society. Hyundai Motor Group presents its vision for a smart future mobility ecosystem which includes UAM, Purpose…

Marion County Sheriff’s Office Announces Open Registration for February Citizens Academy and…

George McGregor Dec 3, 2020

The free 13-week educational course about the operations of the Sheriff’s Office, is currently accepting applications for classes beginning in February 2021. Classes will be held every Tuesday from 1:00pm - 3:30pm beginning Tuesday,…

Economy

Argentine Economy Ministry Planning A Visit To Washington This Week; Discussions Between IMF And…

George McGregor Dec 3, 2020

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The IMF announced today in a press briefing that a small team from the Argentine Economy Ministry is planning a visit to Washington this week and that the discussions between the IMF and the Argentinian…

LEFTA Systems Introduces Solution for FDLE’s Use of Force Recommendations; Application Stores,…

George McGregor Dec 3, 2020

Integration enables agencies to submit use-of-force incident data directly to the state in a quick, seamless and efficient manner, ensuring agencies comply with FDLE’s recently published use-of-force data collection recommendations.…

Flagler County Sheriff’s Office Detective Named Crime Stoppers’ Officer of the Year; Will Receive…

George McGregor Dec 3, 2020

Flagler County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) Detective Agustin Rodriguez has been named Crime Stoppers’ Flagler County Officer of the Year for 2020. Detective Rodriguez is part of the Investigative Services Division’s Major Case Unit. (…

Kia Wins Four 2021 Consumer Guide® Automotive Best Buy Awards

George McGregor Dec 2, 2020

Fun and funky Soul named Best Buy in the Subcompact Crossover category for seventh consecutive year. Fast selling Telluride sits atop the Midsize Crossover category for second year. Kia Motors America (KMA) is pleased to announce that…

Research Partnership Project to Assess Knowledge on Environmental Impact, Benefits of Rubber…

George McGregor Dec 2, 2020

A research project to assess and compile existing research on the performance, environmental impacts and benefits of using ground tire rubber (GTR) in asphalt was announced today by USTMA, The Ray and University of Missouri. File photo,…

WHO Releases Updated Guidance On Mask Use In The Context Of COVID−19

George McGregor Dec 2, 2020

The WHO update is intended for individuals in the community, public health and infection prevention and control professionals, health care managers, health care workers, and community health workers. This updated version includes a section…

Mustang Mach−E GT Gets Upgrade with Performance Edition, Accelerates to 60 MPH in Targeted 3.5…

George McGregor Dec 1, 2020

Offering more than just added “oomph,” the Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Edition features sportier components including 19-inch front brakes with red-painted Brembo® calipers as well as 20-inch machined-face Ebony Black-painted pockets…

Church Restoration Project Recycles 92% of Demo Debris; Contractors Say Less Than 8% of District’s…

George McGregor Dec 1, 2020

The $600,000 project – to renovate the former First United Methodist Church building and demolish two education buildings at 2113 E. South St. – takes recycling to a higher level by seeing the salvaging of a whopping 92 percent…

Local

Caeleb Dressel To Wear “Super−Suit” In Bid To Become First Man To Break 20−Second Barrier

George McGregor Nov 27, 2020

Caeleb Dressel, who is widely regarded as the fastest swimmer in the world, broke three world records at the recent International Swimming League finals and will now don the suit in an exhibition event for his sponsors, Speedo. (Subject to…

Five Million Dollar Renovation Project Underway For North Palm Beach’s Jewish Community Synagogue

George McGregor Nov 27, 2020

Jewish Community Synagogue undergoes a five million dollar renovation project to serve the influx of Jews moving to North Palm Beach’s growing community. NORTH PALM BEACH, FL – To cater to the growing needs of the Jewish community in…

Central Florida Developer Receives U.S. Secretary of Defense Medal

George McGregor Nov 25, 2020

James E. Dicks Jr. – a Marine and founder of DIX Developments – has been awarded the Secretary of Defense Award. Dicks received the award for his service to the guard and reserve, defense personnel and their families, according to Maj.…

Local

Habitat for Humanity of Broward Dedicates Three Homes in Historic District of Miramar; Nonprofit…

George McGregor Nov 23, 2020

New Habitat Homeowners Gerald and Kathiana Charles with sons Gianni and Giovanni; the Gerald's mother, Marvelia Charles (top left). MIRAMAR, FL – Three Broward families attended the dedication of their forever home on…

Sanctuary Refined: New Lincoln Nautilus Brings Serene Design, Elevated Technology to Midsize SUV…

George McGregor Nov 20, 2020

Building on the momentum of Lincoln SUVs, the new 2021 Nautilus arrives with a new interior that exudes a sense of calm and signature technologies that elevate the midsize luxury SUV. Elegant and polished horizontal lines and modern color…

Kia Unveils Two Rugged X−line Sorento Concepts Built For The Wild

George McGregor Nov 20, 2020

Aggressive Custom SUVs Signal Brand’s Focus on Adventure, Capability and Trail Readiness.Sorento Yosemite Edition aims at exploring high-elevation locales and mountain living. Sorento Zion Edition is a dune-defeating desert escape vehicle.…

Ford to Reveal Custom F−150, Bronco and Bronco Sport During ‘Ford Auto Nights’ SEMA Show Special…

George McGregor Nov 19, 2020

Ford is revealing custom versions of the 2021 F-150, Bronco and Bronco Sport with Ford Accessories and Performance Parts through the first-ever virtual SEMA show; local Ford dealers are ready to personalize these vehicles for customers. …

ShotSpotter® Officially Live In Broward Sheriff’s Office’s Central Broward District

George McGregor Nov 19, 2020

ShotSpotter is a gunshot surveillance system that uses sensor-based technology to detect and locate outdoor gunfire in real-time. Once the system is alerted to gunfire, ShotSpotter employees vet the information and share the details with…

Kia Telluride Named Car and Driver 10 Best for 2021; Popular SUV Earns Spot on List for Second…

George McGregor Nov 19, 2020

Telluride maintains its luster among field of new competitors for 2021. Style, performance and value continue to impress expert judges. The highly regarded awards recognize the smartest, most entertaining cars, trucks, SUVs, and vans on…

Entertainment

Museum of Discovery And Science in Fort Lauderdale Reopening On Weekends Beginning December 5, Daily…

George McGregor Nov 18, 2020

Founded in 1976 as the Discovery Center, today MODS is at the forefront of science education, innovation and exploration. The Museum showcases more than 300 interactive exhibits, immersive films and experiential programs. MODS…

NCIA Releases In-Depth Report Analyzing Existing Areas In Regulations and Business to Make The…

George McGregor Nov 17, 2020

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA), the largest and most established cannabis trade association in the country, released a detailed report today to help tackle the unique environmental challenges…

Local

Hernando County Sheriff’s Office Teams Up Nationwide For Annual “Click It Or Ticket” Seat Belt…

George McGregor Nov 16, 2020

On November 16, 2020, the Hernando County Sheriff's Office will be teaming up with law enforcement agencies nationwide for a Border to Border (B2B) law enforcement event to kick off the annual Click It or Ticket seat belt campaign…

Lamborghini Clinches ‘International Motor Sports Association’ Endurance Cup GTD Titles…

George McGregor Nov 15, 2020

Having delivered Lamborghini the GTD Manufacturers’ crown at the Petit Le Mans last time out, Madison Snow, Bryan Sellers and Corey Lewis scored the necessary points in the GTD Endurance Cup at the eight-hour mark to clinch the Drivers’…

FPL Donates $10,000 to SMA Healthcare to Purchase iPads for SMA/VSO Collaborative Program

George McGregor Nov 13, 2020

The check presentation took place Thursday at the SMA Healthcare administrative office, and the money will go toward iPads, which will be used to help deputies connect people in need of help with trained mental health counselors and social…

Entertainment

Live-Broadcast Holiday Concert Featuring GENTRI Set for November 21 Will Benefit Habitat for…

George McGregor Nov 12, 2020

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL– Ring in the holiday season with GENTRI, The Gentlemen Trio, in “A Night of Hope and Thanksgiving” concert to benefit Habitat for Humanity of Broward with a free live broadcast on CRPC.TV from Coral Ridge…