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What you need to know about Florida today
Florida's economy grows faster than most
Florida's economy grew faster than all but five states in the second quarter, according to data released Thursday by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis. Goods and services produced in Florida rose 5.1 percent from April to June, the federal agency reported. More at the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.
Child-care costs rival college expenses, strain families
Florida parents pay more to put infants in childcare for a year than they do to cover tuition and fees for a teenager's first-year at a state university, a new report released this week shows. Read more at the Orlando Sentinel and read the report here.
CityPlace Tower draws new management to Palm Beach
As the premier trophy building in West Palm Beach, with amenities and views surpassing all others, CityPlace Tower is already one of Palm Beach County’s best-known and most recognizable commercial addresses. Read more here. [Sponsored report]
Holiday shopping traditions vary across generations
Everyone approaches shopping for the holidays a little bit differently. From when they start shopping to who they're shopping for to how much they spend, shopping habits are distinctly different for almost every generation. More at the Orlando Sentinel.
Gainesville tech sector still small but rising fast in a supportive environment
Local IT and manufacturing companies are adding jobs and, in some cases, investing in more space by taking advantage of improving economic conditions, new business opportunities and local resources available to give businesses a hand-up to grow the local economy. More at the Gainesville Sun.
Holiday Business
How entrepreneurs can get ahead over the holidays
With the holidays coming up, most of the world is looking forward to taking a week or two off from work, spend time relaxing, vacationing and spending time with family. Not entrepreneurs!
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Natural Resources
Pumped beyond limits
Nationwide, water levels have declined in 64 percent of the wells included in the government database during the past two decades. Water tables have been falling consistently over the years through both wet and dry periods, and also in relatively wet states such as Florida.
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