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HISPANICS AND FRIENDS LINKed – Mobile, AL 18 June:  Conexion MEDIA GROUP in partnership with Aimee Williams, CEO of Global…

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Conexion HFL MEDIA GROUP’s Business Networking Social!

Conexion MEDIA GROUP’s Business Networking Social! April 24:  We had a great networking event at Marta Garza Rejuvenation Medspa &…

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MEET THE CANDIDATES BUSINESS NETWORKING SOCIAL

Election season is underway and Conexion Media Group hosted a very successful “Meet andGreet the Candidates” on 14 August leading…

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WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION and NETWORKING SOCIAL

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION and NETWORKING SOCIAL Wed, 23 March, 6pm – 8pm, WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION and NETWORKING SOCIAL,…

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HONORING the Trailblazers while LEADING the Present and HELPING BUILD the Future!

HONORING the Trailblazers while LEADING the Present and HELPING BUILD the Future!

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Leadership

Empowering tomorrow’s leaders: Florida Power & Light Company energizes local teachers and students

Empowering tomorrow’s leaders: Florida Power & Light Company energizes local teachers and students Source:  Press Release – rbb Communications |…

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What Sets Successful Entrepreneurs Apart?

What Sets Successful Entrepreneurs Apart? Source:  Various internet sites Leadership is one of the most critical factors in entrepreneurial success.…

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UnidosUS presents the National Economic Prosperity Agenda: a strategic cross-sector campaign ahead of the midterm elections

UnidosUS presents the National Economic Prosperity Agenda: a strategic cross-sector campaign ahead of the midterm elections SOURCE UnidosUS WASHINGTON, March…

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Practical Tips for Business Bookkeeping

Practical Tips for Business Bookkeeping Source:  Various online sites Solid bookkeeping is one of those “boring but powerful” habits that…

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The Moment You Choose Yourself

The Moment You Choose Yourself Byline: By Paulina This article continues the conversation we began last month. If you missed…

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Business

SBA Announces New $50 Million Grant Opportunity to Support Made in America Manufacturing

SBA Announces New $50 Million Grant Opportunity to Support Made in America Manufacturing Source:  Small Business Administration Press Release        WASHINGTON…

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FINANCIAL FOCUS® – Four reasons a 529 plan might make sense for your family

FINANCIAL FOCUS® – Four reasons a 529 plan might make sense for your family This article was written by Edward…

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BUSINESS PROFILE – Fortuna Financial

BUSINESS PROFILE – Fortuna Financial There is a gap in American business — one that Mario Castaneda has spent his…

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Risks threatening Gen Z’s retirement

FINANCIAL FOCUS® – Risks threatening Gen Z’s retirement — and how to tackle them This article was written by Edward…

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Financial Focus® – Four stages of raising confident, money-smart kid

Financial Focus® – Four stages of raising confident, money-smart kids This article was written by Edward Jones for use by…

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Health and Beauty

ASHA National Caregiver Survey by YouGov: Communication Breakdowns Are Raising Safety Concerns

ASHA National Caregiver Survey by YouGov: Communication Breakdowns Are Raising Safety Concerns SOURCE:  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) ROCKVILLE, Maryland , May 4,…

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Anxiety vs Depression: Symptoms, Differences, and When to Get Help

When Your Mind Won’t Sit Still… or Won’t Move at All Anxiety vs. Depression: Two common conditions, very different experiences—know…

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Parents face 6- to 12-month delays for autism care

Parents face 6- to 12-month delays for autism care Source:  Kid Care Connect MIAMI , April 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Parents…

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When Your Gut Has a Mind of Its Own

When Your Gut Has a Mind of Its Own Understanding IBS symptoms, triggers, and how to take control—without letting your…

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Built for the Season You’re In

Built for the Season You’re In By Michelle Sierra- Founder, Life Climb Consulting LLC | Principal Strategist | Speaker There…

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Making a Difference

The Ad Council and NHTSA are preventing further heatstroke deaths in vehicles.

The Ad Council and NHTSA are preventing further heatstroke deaths in vehicles. Source:  AD Council WASHINGTON , May 5, 2026…

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Together We Thrive

Our mission is to support families through trusted education, practical resources, and compassionate connection

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MAKING A DIFFERENCE – Kendra Bell

MAKING A DIFFERENCE – Kendra Bell By Conexion Media Group Kendra is a fourth-grade educator at Shalimar Elementary School and…

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FPL Expands Scholarship Opportunities: Three Awards Now Available for Robotics and Drones in School

FPL Expands Scholarship Opportunities: Three Awards Now Available for Robotics and Drones in School SOURCE:  rbb Communications, Florida Power and Light…

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SHERO FOUNDATION

SHERO FOUNDATION Source:  https://www.sherofoundation.org/ The SHERO Foundation’s mission is to provide resources needed to support, sustain and empower young girls…

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Variety

TIK TOK You ARE IT! Seeing AI as the LOGIC WARS: Code VS CARE

TIK TOK You ARE IT! Seeing AI as the LOGIC WARS: Code VS CARE In America’s 250 Anniversary Year:  The…

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Birthday Party for the USA: Time Travel into Florida 1776

Birthday Party for the USA: Time Travel into Florida 1776 by Ben Gunter NEWS FLASH: This year, the United States…

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¿CÓMO DEBEMOS ORAR?

¿CÓMO DEBEMOS ORAR? Por: Nelsi Rossi https://sanidadespiritual.com/ Vosotros, pues, oraréis así: Padre nuestro que estás en los cielos, santificado sea…

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What the Moon Taught Us About Earth…

What the Moon Taught Us About Earth By Christie Solomon When NASA’s Artemis II mission successfully splashed down in the…

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MAYbe Si, MAYbe No

MAYbe Si, MAYbe No By Bohemian Babushka HolaHolaHola Beautifuls! It’s May. As BB said in the pic, es Mayo, que…

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Opinions

Decades of Marine Research at Risk Following Fire at the University of South Florida

Decades of Marine Research at Risk Following Fire at the University of South Florida By Joelnix Boada, Huella Zero A…

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A Mother’s Day tribute to my children’s stepmother

A Mother’s Day tribute to my children’s stepmother By Sheryl Boldt My children recently said goodbye to their stepmother, Debora…

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Owning Your Voice Without Apology

Owning Your Voice Without Apology By Paulina Aguilar This article continues the conversation we began in previous issues. If you…

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Teach Peace in School Environments

Teach Peace in School Environments By Sher Graham Creating a peaceful school environment involves fostering empathy, active conflict resolution, and…

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Why AI Is Never “Now”

Why AI Is Never “Now” by Deborah DeSilets Be warned. The singularity is coming. AI will surpass humanity. Convergence is…

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Our Community

Recent Community Events

Babinos Blanca’s Salon  Hispanic American Business Association meeting

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Pryor Middle School

May 6, Pryor Middle School in Fort Walton Beach:  Crystal Morgan and David Triana, representing United for a Good Cause…

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Okaloosa Academic Team Wins State Championship

Okaloosa Academic Team Wins State Championship Source:  Catherine Card, Okaloosa County School District PIO, May 5, 2026 The Okaloosa County…

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Pryor Middle School Student Recognized for Exceptional Academic Growth and Perseverance

Pryor Middle School Student Recognized for Exceptional Academic Growth and Perseverance Source:  Catherine Card, Okaloosa County School District PIO, Apr…

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7th Annual INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL Fort Walton Beach

7th Annual INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL Fort Walton Beach

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Pryor Middle School

May 14, 2026

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Pryor Middle School

May 14, 2026

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