Press Releases
January Fun at The Palm Beach Museum of Natural History
WELLINGTON, FL – Tucked inside The Mall at Wellington Green, The Palm Beach Museum of Natural History invites families, art lovers, and curious minds of all ages to explore an exciting lineup of January programs, from interactive art and dinosaur discoveries to flavorsome fun. Paleo Art SeriesSaturday, January 3 & 1712-2pm$15 per personGuests can paint, weave, and create their very own unique works of art using tropical palm fronds inspired by natural history and ancient traditions. Dinos and
Ideal Lending LLC Celebrates 300th 5-star Google Review, Reinforcing Role as Best Mortgage Lender in Palm Beach, FL
Ideal Lending LLC, a leading mortgage lender based in Palm Beach County, Florida, proudly announces the achievement of its 300th 5-star review on Google. This milestone underscores the company's unwavering commitment to providing exceptional service and personalized mortgage solutions to homebuyers across Florida. Since its inception in 2007, Ideal Lending has been dedicated to simplifying the mortgage process, making it both affordable and stress-free for its clients. With a focus on transparency and
Palm Beach Atlantic University to Honor 2026 Women of Distinction Recipients
December 19, 2025 (PALM BEACH, FL) – Two local philanthropists, Hilary Geary Ross and Sara McCann, will share the spotlight at the 34th Annual Women of Distinction (WOD) Luncheon on February 17, 2026, at The Breakers Palm Beach. The annual luncheon, hosted by Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBA), honors leaders who cherish community and family and work to preserve these ideals for others. Proceeds from this PBA tradition of more than 30 years go toward PBA’s College Fund for deserving students. Presented
$10 Million Lilly Endowment Grant will Support Theological Training at Palm Beach Atlantic University
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (December 19, 2025) -- Lilly Endowment Inc. recently awarded Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBA) a grant of $10 million to lead a collaborative effort across all theological schools in South Florida. The grant to PBA is one of 45 that was approved in this competitive round of funding to support theological schools as they lead large-scale collaborations with other seminaries, colleges and universities, and church-related organizations. The Lilly Endowment Grant, funded as part of
Savor NYE Flavors + Fireworks at Tula at Amrit Ocean Resort
Tula at Amrit Ocean Resort will present “A Gemstone Affair,” a glamorous-centric New Year’s Eve celebration on December 31. Pop the cork and countdown to 2026 with sumptuous coastal cuisine, live entertainment, fireworks, and dancing under the stars. Guests may choose from three dinner seatings at Tula, each featuring a chef-curated menu and a complimentary glass of champagne to jump-start new year’s resolutions. Seatings are 5-7 p.m., and 9 p.m.-12 a.m. The ultimate VIP New Year’s Eve Party, from 9
Palm Beach Atlantic University Hosts Second Empowering Teacher Leaders Conference for Educators from Kazakhstan
(West Palm Beach, Fla. - December 15, 2025) For the second consecutive year, PBA has partnered with a private sponsor and other local educators to host over 25 teachers and school administrators from Kazakhstan for its Empowering Teacher Leaders conference, led by the School of Education & Behavioral Studies (SEBS) on December 1-5, 2025. In 2024, the conference focused on teachers integrating special needs students into the classroom. This year the focus shifted to supporting school administrators. The
Welcome the New Year with an Elevated Chef Tasting at AYRE by Karma
Ring in the New Year with an elevated dining experience at AYRE by Karma, Amrit Ocean Resort’s modern Indian culinary destination. The restaurant is now accepting reservations for its special New Year’s Eve dinner. For the holiday, the restaurant will serve its three-course chef tasting menu paired with a celebratory glass of champagne, offered at $90 per person. The three-course menu includes the guest’s choice of a first, second and third course. First course options include Tellicherry Pepper Crab
Jones Foster Adds Emily Y. Zhang to Complex Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice
Jones Foster, a commercial and private client law firm with offices in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach, and Jupiter, is pleased to announce the addition of Emily Y. Zhang to the firm’s Complex Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice group. Ms. Zhang, who will be based at the firm’s West Palm Beach office, is the eighth attorney to join the firm in 2025, and the fourth to join its growing commercial litigation practice. Ms. Zhang's addition will also bolster the firm’s employment law and employment litigation
Disrupt HR Coming to WPB May 2026 at The Ben
If you have been looking for an opportunity to create real change, connect with other change makers and impact people, this event is for you!DisruptHR is not your typical HR event. It’s a global movement designed to challenge the status quo in Human Resources. Think of it as TED-style talks for HR innovators: 5-minute, high-energy presentations Bold ideas that spark change A community passionate about rethinking people strategies If you believe HR can be dynamic, forward-thinking, and impactful,
Palm Beach Atlantic Honors Thomas Peterffy as American Free Enterprise Main Medalist
West Palm Beach, Fla. — Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBA) celebrated the enduring legacy of entrepreneurship and innovation during its 41st American Free Enterprise (AFE) Day, held on November 13 at the university’s Rubin Arena. A longstanding PBA tradition established in 1984, the 2025 ceremony recognized individuals whose achievements exemplify the values of the American free enterprise system. Thomas Peterffy, chairman and founder of Interactive Brokers Group, was honored as the main medalist.
Need Help with Court Forms? Your Clerk’s Self-Service Center Is Here to Help!
Navigating court paperwork can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. My office’s Self-Service Center offers a wide range of options designed to make the process easier, no matter your legal experience. ?Choose from more than 90 free legal forms and more than 70 form packets available for purchase, all with easy step-by-step instructions. You can then file these forms electronically, by mail or in person, whichever works best for you.You can browse available forms and get more information
Palm Beach County Youth Shine at Xfinity’s Annual Symposium for First-Generation College Students
Collaboration Between Comcast, Xfinity, Universal Pictures, Universal Destinations & Experiences, and the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) Immerses 250+ Students in the Wonders of STEAMXfinity and Google Team Up to Provide Students with One Year of Xfinity Mobile Service and a Free Google Pixel Pro XLFlorida was prominently represented at this year’s STEAM Symposium hosted by Comcast, Xfinity, Universal Pictures, Universal Destinations & Experiences, and the Council for Opportunity in
Lesser Law Firm Named to 2026 list of Best Law Firms®
We are proud to announce that we've been included on the list of Best Law Firms® in the Best Lawyers rankings for the 16th consecutive year. Our Firm achieved 2026 Best Law Firms® rankings in the practice areas of Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs and Insurance Law in West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale. “We are honored to again be recognized as one of the Best Law Firms in America,” Managing Partner Gary Lesser said. “This reflects our hard work and commitment to getting the best results for our
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Submissions Now Open for the 31st Annual Palm Beaches Student Showcase of Films
The Palm Beaches Student Showcase of Films (SSOF), Florida’s largest and most prestigious student film competition, is officially open for submissions. Now in its 31st year, the program celebrates creativity, innovation, and the cinematic spirit of Florida’s young storytellers. This year’s award show theme, “Set-Jetting,” will highlight how films inspire audiences to travel, explore, and experience destinations seen on screen. The concept aligns with Palm Beach County’s reputation as a film-friendly
Sound Vision Technology Appoints Chris Hall as Director of Business Development
Palm Beach County, FL — September 25, 2025 — Sound Vision Technology, a leading luxury smart-home integration firm serving South Florida’s high-end residential market, today announced the appointment of Chris Hall as Director of Business Development. In this role, Hall will expand the firm’s relationships with premier real-estate professionals, architects, interior designers, and custom home builders, while guiding clients through the integration of technology into luxury residential environments. Hall
Eight Lesser Law Firm Attorneys Named to 2026 Edition of Best Lawyers® in America
WEST PALM BEACH, FL – Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel is proud to announce that eight of our attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers ® in America. Managing Partner Gary S. Lesser is joined by Partners Joseph B. Landy, Glenn E. Siegel, Joshua D. Ferraro, Jeffrey F. Gordon and Steven J. Clarfield and Senior Counsel Michael S. Smith as recipients of the Best Lawyers in America ® Award. Firm Attorney Imani M. Williams is recognized in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch ® in America. “Our
Lesser Law Firm Welcomes Tami R. Wolfe as Partner, Expands with New Broward Office
WEST PALM BEACH, FL - Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel, PLLC, a 98-year-old personal injury law firm renowned for its commitment to fighting for the best results, is pleased to announce that Tami R. Wolfe has joined the firm as a Partner.Wolfe will spearhead the opening of the Firm’s new Broward County office, marking a significant expansion in the firm’s unparalleled service to personal injury clients across Florida.“Tami’s extensive experience, her outstanding reputation in the legal community, and her deep
MHCommercial Real Estate Fund II Acquires Grocery-Anchored Retail Center Merritt Crossing on Florida’s Space Coast for $9,135,000 ($102/SF)
MHCommercial Real Estate Fund II Acquires Grocery-Anchored Retail Center Merritt Crossing on Florida’s Space Coast for $9,135,000 ($102/SF) West Palm Beach, FL – MHCommercial Real Estate Fund II (“MHCREFII”), a South Florida based real estate private equity fund, has purchased Merritt Crossing, a 90,000 square-foot grocery anchored retail center located in the heart of Merritt Island, Florida, for $9,135,000 ($102/SF). The acquisition of Merritt Crossing brings total purchases by MHCREFII and its
Too Many Voices, One You: Winning Clarity in a Noisy Local Scene
When you're one of dozens—maybe hundreds—of businesses vying for attention in a single ZIP code, clarity isn’t just nice to have. It’s your survival tactic. Customers don’t have time to decode your pitch. You’ve got seconds—maybe less—to spark connection and plant a reason to care. What you say, how you say it, and where it shows up matters more now than ever. This isn’t about volume or slickness. It’s about saying the right thing, the right way, at the right moment, with just enough friction to earn
Forum Club Unveils Leadership for Historic 50th Anniversary Season
Forum Club Unveils Leadership for Historic 50th Anniversary Season West Palm Beach, Fla. – The Forum Club of the Palm Beaches today announced its 2025-2026 Executive Committee and Board of Directors, marking a historic milestone as the organization enters its 50th anniversary season. The Forum Club is Florida’s largest nonpartisan political and public affairs organization, renowned for bringing together nearly 800 community leaders and hosting national and international figures from across the ideological
Five Lesser Law Firm Attorneys Recognized by Super Lawyers®
WEST PALM BEACH, FL – Lesser, Landy, Smith and Siegel, PLLC is pleased to announce that five of our attorneys have been selected to the 2025 Florida Super Lawyers list. The Super Lawyers honorees are Managing Partner Gary S. Lesser and Partners Joseph B. Landy, Michael S. Smith and Michael V. Baxter. Attorney Imani M. Williams is recognized as a Rising Star for the second consecutive year. This marks 20 years and the 17th consecutive year that Gary Lesser, Joseph Landy and Michael Smith have been
Medical Malpractice Attorney Michael Baxter Joins Lesser Law Firm as Partner
WEST PALM BEACH, FL – Lesser, Landy, Smith and Siegel, PLLC is proud to announce that seasoned trial attorney Michael V. Baxter has joined the firm as a Partner in its West Palm Beach office where he will focus his practice on representing individuals and families who have been catastrophically injured due to medical negligence. With nearly three decades of legal experience, Baxter brings a powerful combination of courtroom skill and deep knowledge of medical malpractice litigation. “Mike Baxter is well
Ryan M. McCarthy Joins Firm to Lead Contingency Business Litigation Division
West Palm Beach, FL – Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel, PLLC is pleased to announce that Ryan M. McCarthy has joined the firm as a partner in the West Palm Beach office. McCarthy will oversee the firm’s growing Contingency Business Litigation Division. McCarthy brings over a decade of experience litigating cases, and is known for his meticulous, client-centered approach to resolving high-stakes claims. He is licensed to practice in Florida and Massachusetts and has represented a wide range of clients,
Clerks for Arts Raises $4,760 for Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School’s Art Program
WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. (April 17, 2025) – The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Palm Beach County raised $4,760 for Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School’s art program through employee donations and a public art auction. Students from Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School in suburban Lake Worth created unique pieces for Clerks for Arts, a program that helps students show off their artistic talents and raise money for their school art programs, which were then sold at auction to raise money for the
NAI Merin Hunter Codman Secures HotelPlanner.com for a ±11,800-square-foot, 10-year Lease at Oakbrook Center in Palm Beach Gardens
Press Release For immediate release:March 31, 2025Melissa MulcahyNAI/Merin Hunter CodmanPhone: 561-471-8000mmulcahy@mhcreal.com NAI Merin Hunter Codman Secures HotelPlanner.com for a±11,800-square-foot, 10-year Lease at Oakbrook Center inPalm Beach Gardens West Palm Beach, FL – NAI Merin Hunter Codman, Inc., one of South Florida’s leading commercial real estate services firms, has successfully finalized an ±11,800-square-foot lease transaction at Oakbrook Center on behalf of the
Clerk Abruzzo Launches New Online Tool for Taxpayers to See How Their Money is Spent
WEST PALM BEACH, FL (March 17, 2025) – A new online financial transparency tool launched by Joseph Abruzzo, Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller for Palm Beach County, provides access to information relating to Palm Beach County financial activities. OpenGov is an interactive online portal that provides access to county financial records. Users can search the county’s “checkbook” by vendor name, review one-cent surtax expenses and revenues, the county’s annual revenues and expenses and more. OpenGov
Five Lesser Law Firm Attorneys Named to LawDragon 500 Leading Lawyers Guide
WEST PALM BEACH, FL - Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel, PLLC is proud to announce that five of our attorneys have been named to the esteemed 2025 LawDragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers guide.This recognition highlights their unwavering dedication to seeking justice for their clients and their outstanding contributions to the legal profession.The lawyers included on this year’s list are Managing Partner Gary S. Lesser, and Partners Joseph B. Landy, Michael S. Smith, Glenn E. Siegel and Jeffrey F.
NAI Merin Hunter Codman’s Jay M. Grossman and Richard W. Brockney Complete 40,000 SF of Leasing at 951 Yamato Road, Boca Raton.
Press Release For immediate release:January 29, 2025Melissa MulcahyNAI/Merin Hunter CodmanPhone: 561-471-8000mmulcahy@mhcreal.com NAI Merin Hunter Codman’s Jay M. Grossman and Richard W. Brockney Complete 40,000 SF of Leasing at 951 Yamato Road, Boca Raton.- 951 Yamato is now 94% occupied. - Boca Raton, FL – One of South Florida’s leading commercial real estate services firms, NAI/Merin Hunter Codman, Inc., announced that President, Jay M. Grossman and Managing Director,
Lesser Law Firm Announces Name Change
We are proud to announce that our Firm has changed its name to Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel, PLLC. The name change acknowledges the significant contributions of Firm Partner Glenn Siegel and marks an exciting new chapter in our almost 98-year history as a personal injury law firm in Florida. “Glenn has worked in our firm for almost the entirety of his lengthy legal career,” Managing Partner Gary S. Lesser said. “He exemplifies our values of working hard to get great results for our clients with personal
Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s Finance Team Recognized with Top Award for Transparency and Accountability
WEST PALM BEACH, FL (December 4, 2024) – The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Palm Beach County, has once again demonstrated its commitment to financial reporting and transparency. For the 35th consecutive year, the office has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. This prestigious recognition acknowledges the Clerk's office's outstanding work in its
Palm Beach County Lawyers Unite to Combat Antisemitism and Promote Unity with New Jewish Lawyers Association
WEST PALM BEACH, FL – In recent times of divisiveness and increased antisemitism, a group of Palm Beach County lawyers have joined together to form an organization committed to the legal profession, support of their Jewish ancestry and the State of Israel and freedom of religious practice.The Jewish Lawyers Association of Palm Beach County strives to unite and represent the interests of Jewish attorneys and allies with a commitment to compassion and the pursuit of a more just and tolerant world.Founding
