March 29, 2024

Tuesday's Daily Pulse

What you need to know about Florida today.

› Conference focuses on ways women can move ahead in business
When hundreds of Corporate America’s top female executives gathered in South Florida last week, the conversation shifted in an unpredictable new direction. Mentoring, once considered the key to women’s advancement in Corporate America, has given way to a newer concept that experts and executives suggest would get more results — sponsorship.

› Pinellas County facing a deficit of millions thanks to changes in Medicaid law
Pinellas taxpayers could see property taxes climb next year because of a new state law that changes the way counties are billed for Medicaid costs. County Administrator Bob LaSala estimates the budget hit because of the Medicaid changes to total $68.9 million over the next 10 years.

› Everglades scientists play risky game of tag with near-extinct predator
Catching, tagging and releasing rare sawfish is a dangerous endeavor for researchers who want to learn more about the endangered species.

› Olive Garden, Red Lobster, LongHorn launch e-gift cards
Olive Garden, Red Lobster and LongHorn Steakhouse have gotten a little more high-tech. The three restaurants, owned by Orlando-based Darden Restaurants, have launched emailed gift cards that people can order on the chains' websites and send instantly online. Buyers can record their voices, attach photos and let Facebook friends know they've bought the cards.

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