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Wednesday's Afternoon Update
What you need to know about Florida today
Florida lawmakers eye their own futures at convention
In Cleveland, it's about more than Trump for Sunshine State politicians, some of whom are hoping the convention will further more immediate political goals. But whether working the convention can provide much of a boost for Florida politicians remains unknown. More from the Sarasota Herald-Tribune.
Southwest Florida retailers see uptick in foot traffic from ‘Pokemon Go’
It’s been a rough year for traditional retail sales, and the augmented reality mobile game “Pokemon Go” is pulling people from their home-based devices and driving the foot traffic many brick-and-mortar stores have been craving. More from the Sarasota Herald-Tribune.
Column: It's time for Florida to ax elected Agriculture post
Nowadays, people don't run for commissioner of agriculture because they care about agriculture. They run because they want to run for something else. More from the Orlando Sentinel.
The rescue dogs that protect Florida's $120 billion agriculture industry
Protecting Florida’s $120 billion agriculture industry requires an integrated approach, including the expertise of several four-legged helpers. During the dog days of summer, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is showcasing its lesser-known staff members—rescue dogs trained to detect invasive pests and disease. More from Southeast AgNet.
New Florida law allows pharmacists to sell overdose antidote without prescription
Naloxone, an antidote that reverses the effect of an opioid overdose, became available this month at some Florida pharmacies without a prescription. Some pharmacies say they've either begun providing naloxone, or are making plans to do so. More from the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.
Editor's Page
Whose Benefits?
Several months ago, I had a pest issue and agreed to an “assignment-of-benefits” contract with a pest control company, letting the company deal with my insurer on costs. Assignment-of-benefits controversy is just the latest chapter in the never-ending trench warfare between the plaintiffs’ Bar and insurance industry.
Arts and Culture
What Makes Florida So Weird? A Native Tries to Explain.
In his newest book, “Oh, Florida! How America’s Weirdest State Influences the Rest of the Country,” Craig Pittman guides us through 18 chapters of natural, economic, political, social and personal history about the Sunshine State. Read more from the Tallahassee Democrat, WUSF and read a review from the New York Times
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