May 4, 2024

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| 8/12/2015

› Legislators revive attack on court and its ruling as redistricting hearing resumes
Florida Republicans took off the gloves Tuesday in the one and only public hearing to discuss the redistricting map, accusing the Florida Supreme Court of “embedding” a map drawn by Democratic “partisan operatives."
» See also: US Rep Webster asks legislators to vote down proposed map

› Business High-profile restaurateurs battle for Orlando International eatery
Some of the most prominent names in Central Florida's burgeoning restaurant scene are battling for the right to open an eatery and bar that stands to generate millions of dollars in annual sales at Orlando International Airport.

› JEA looks at ways to change how it charges customers
Facing impending federal regulations that will likely force expensive changes in the way JEA produces power, Jacksonville’s utility is considering significantly altering the way it charges customers that could lead to higher bills for those who don’t embrace more electric efficiency.

› Grocery delivery service Shipt struggles to meet customer demand in Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay residents apparently love their Publix groceries and many want them delivered. The new mobile app Shipt couldn't keep up with demand for Publix delivery service in the Tampa Bay area last weekend after its launch.

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