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Florida's retail sector leads in job growth
Job growth in November was strongest in Florida's retail, trade and transportation sector. Overall, Florida added 20,500 private sector jobs, a 48 percent increase over the same month last year, according to the ADP Regional Employment Report. [Source: South Florida Sun-Sentinel]
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» Florida sees bump in private hiring in November
USDA decreases Florida orange crop estimate again
The U.S. Department of Agriculture on Wednesday once again lowered its estimate of the 2015-2016 Florida orange crop by almost 7 percent, or 5 million boxes, to 69 million boxes. More from the Orlando Business Journal and the AP.
Nearly 600,000 Floridians signed up for Obamacare plans so far
Five weeks into open enrollment season, nearly 600,000 Floridians have signed up for coverage through the Affordable Care Act's insurance exchange at healthcare.gov, federal health officials reported Wednesday. [Source: Miami Herald]
Florida sets new record for documented panther road kills
Wildlife officials say 26 big cats have been killed on the state’s roads this year. The Florida panther is one of the most endangered species on the planet, with FWC biologists estimating there are 100 to 180 in the wild. [Source: AP]
How to prepare yourself for the coming gig economy
Freelancing is on the rise and this presents huge opportunities for workers, as well as the businesses that can leverage their skills to gain competitive advantage. [Source: The Business Journals]
› Environmentalists sound alarm on proposed drilling near Florida Everglades
Florida's Everglades has an ecosystem known for its sawgrass, cypress trees, alligators — and perhaps soon, oil wells. Listen to this story below:
› Florida's largest insurer: Rate hikes, policy changes needed
Florida's largest property insurer wants to eliminate caps on rate hikes and limit what homeowners can do if they have water damage. The state-created Citizens Property Insurance is pushing for the changes to combat lawsuits tied to water damage claims.
» See also: Regulator OKs removal of additional 75,000-plus insurance policies
› UF research: Higher alcohol taxes lower STD rates
Pay more for booze, and you may pay less for antibiotics to treat sexually transmitted diseases, a new University of Florida study suggests.
› Manufacturer seeks 4-year incentives deal to add 178 jobs
Dental implant manufacturer Biomet 3i could receive up to $1.6 million in incentives for adding 178 jobs in Palm Beach Gardens.
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