May 20, 2013

Northrop Grumman Pain Relief

Brevard County’s pain from the shutdown of the NASA space shuttle program is getting a significant dose of relief from Northrop Grumman.

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Naples' Persian Flavors

Boulevardiers who stroll past the Irish pubs, euro bistros, English tearooms and all-American ice cream and fudge shops this season in Naples will find that Fifth Avenue South takes a new turn...

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Reality check for Pensacola's Downtown Technology Park

"We have to reprioritize." — Jim Hizer, President and CEO of the Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce

Photo: Katie King / Pensacola News Journal

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Hedge funds move to Southeast Florida

Kelly Smallridge,
right, on CNBC.

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Business Portrait: Orlando and Orange County

The broad outlines of Orlando's economy are now well-defined.

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Small Business Toolbox

Set yourself up for success by following these tips and tricks from the experts.

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A region-by-region
look at Florida's economy

Click for profiles of
· Northwest Florida
· North Central Florida

Photo: The National Flight Academy opened in Pensacola last year.

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Florida's Hispanic population

An in-depth look at diversity in Hispanic communities.

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Viva Florida 500 Travel Guide

There's much to see and do as Florida commemorates the 500-year anniversary of Ponce de León arriving on its eastern shore.

Are you ready to explore?

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The Mission Culture in North Florida

Photo: A re-creation of the Mission San Luis in Tallahassee. Story here.

This story is part of our series on Hispanics in Florida.

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Medical Math: Treating cancer in Florida

Dr. Sandy Anderson formulates mathematical models of a cancer's behavior.

[Photo: Mark Wemple]

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Florida Icon:
Toni Jennings

The former lieutenant governor and legislator talks about her life in both public and private arenas.

[Photo: Doug Scaletta]

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Jacksonville U: Positioned for growth

Meet the university's new president, Tim Cost, and find out what his plans are.

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Horseplay at Florida polo clubs

Megan Flynn instructs a student at Sarasota Polo Club.

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In the smiley-face business

Founder Scott Gerber
with his Tube Dudes.

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New legal trend:
'Issue spotting'

Christine Weingart (left) consults with Leigh Elliott.

[Photo: Eric Cucciaioni]

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Florida Business News

Scott to veto tuition hike, approve hospital funds

Gov. Rick Scott today will veto a 3 percent increase in Florida college tuition and approve $65 million in extra Medicaid funding to hospitals that provide much of the care to the poor.

New oil rigs may soon sprout in Florida

Fueled by lofty oil prices, more efficient drilling techniques and the promise of untapped but also largely unproven reservoirs, at least a half-dozen companies plan to expand exploration across Florida.

Floridians could net $19 million in Wells Fargo settlement

A group of South Florida attorneys has negotiated a projected settlement of more than $19 million to resolve a class-action case brought on behalf of thousands of homeowners across the state.

A four-star destination for military retirees

Brevard's beaches, base and good living make it a hotspot for veterans, who help drive economy and local organizations.

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Space Coast jobs

The Space Coast's pain from the shutdown of the NASA space shuttle program is getting a significant dose of relief from Northrop Grumman.

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Twiggy, the Water Skiing Squirrel

Twiggy, the Water Skiing Squirrel performed outside of Raymond James Stadium in Tampa during Pet-A-Palooza on Saturday.

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