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Public-private projects could boost economy, add jobs
Public projects financed by private companies are nothing new in Florida, but a law signed by Gov. Rick Scott in late June expands the realm of possibilities for business and government. A ramp-up of public-private partnerships — nicknamed P3s — is expected to boost the economy and generate construction jobs. [Source: South Florida Sun-Sentinel]
Study: Youth attitudes shift in Great Recession
A new analysis of a long-term survey of high school students provides an early glimpse at ways their attitudes shifted in the first years of this most recent economic downturn. Among the findings: Young people showed signs of being more interested in conserving resources and a bit more concerned about their fellow human beings. [Source: AP]
Cell-phone tax burden high in Florida
Chances are you’re patting yourself on the back for locating in a state that has both great beaches and no state income tax. Not so fast. Florida ranks fourth nationwide in combined federal, state and local average cell phone tax rates, according to a recent study by the Tax Foundation. [Source: Palm Beach Daily News]
Real estate trend: One-stop home shopping
When you walk into a big box store you can do your clothes, household and grocery shopping in one place. When you walk into a big electronics and appliance store you can outfit your entire home. Now this one-stop shopping idea has expanded to home buying. [Source: Fort Myers News-Press]
Other states eye Florida’s school grading woes
Florida’s formula for grading its schools — hailed as a model nationwide — may be rewritten again this year to include a controversial “safety net” that would keep grades from dropping more than one letter. But the 11th-hour wrangling over the “accountability formula” is drawing attention far beyond Florida. [Source: Miami Herald]
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› Renegade marketing group leads members to business success
Rebellion has never been so profitable. A group of business owners are renouncing traditional marketing strategies for more revolutionary tactics and their companies are flourishing, all under the guidance of serial entrepreneur Andrew Cass and his marketing and networking group, Renegade South Florida Entrepreneurs.
› Warner University's Degree Isn't Only for Farmers
Warner University's Agricultural Studies Program is not just on track to open in the fall; it already has a full head of steam. Warner is offering a four-year degree in "diversified agriculture" with courses that span the field from animal and plant production practices, law, business and marketing.
› First Coast tourism officials refocusing efforts to attract Europeans
Orlando and South Florida have long been the big players in international travel, but First Coast tourism officials are no longer willing to sit on the sidelines.
› Marino Foundation helping with jobs
If finding a job is tough for any young adult in South Florida these days, imagine the challenge for those with autism and other developmental disabilities. The Dan Marino Foundation is starting a program to reduce those hurdles.
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