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Wednesday's Afternoon Update
What you need to know about Florida today
Hiring rises in 36 states in December
Employers added jobs in 36 states last month, led by big gains in California, Texas and Florida, evidence that hiring remains solid nationwide. Low oil prices caused job losses in energy-rich states. More from the AP.
Ultimate Software named No. 1 technology workplace in nation
Ultimate Software has been named the No. 1 technology workplace in the nation by Fortune and Great Places to Work Institute. Ultimate Software is a developer of human resources management software headquartered in Weston with more than 1,100 employees. More from the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.
Tupperware stumbles with global economy
Tupperware Brands suffered a tough fourth quarter as the Orlando-based house wares seller watched sales drop 13 percent with the struggling world economy. Tupperware's sales for the fourth quarter dropped to $592.1 million and the company struggled particularly in South America and Europe. More from the Orlando Sentinel.
Firetainment expands Florida manufacturing site
Firetainment Inc., a domestic manufacturer of fire pit tables, is expanding its Central Florida manufacturing center by 35% due to higher demand of its products, according to the company. More from Furniture Today.
Officials consider New Orleans to Orlando rail service
Amtrak and the Southern Rail Commission are conducting a tour along the Gulf Coast to consider the feasibility of bringing passenger rail back to the Gulf Coast, more than a decade after Hurricane Katrina damaged the tracks. More from the AP.
Profile
Identical Twin Surgeons Blazing Unique Trails
Dr. Arthur Valadie and his identical twin brother, Dr. Alan Valadie, right, both are surgeons at Coastal Orthopedics in Bradenton. The pair are said to be innovators in their fields.
» More from the Bradenton Herald.
History and Culture
Great Florida Cattle Drive
» More from the Lakeland Ledger and the Great Florida Cattle Drive.
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