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| 10/10/2016

› On the frontlines in the fight against Zika in Florida
But if a pregnant woman tests positive for Zika, there is nothing doctors can do but wait and hope for the best. That’s why women’s health care providers in Florida (and elsewhere) in the U.S. are now scrambling to educate patients.

› Potential pot-growing industry more subdued ahead of November vote
Florida voters will take another crack at legalizing medicinal marijuana with a referendum nearly identical to the one that failed two years ago. But this year’s run-up to the vote is much more subdued for would-be purveyors of the weed.

› Apopka to pay lobbying firm $90K a year
Apopka has decided to hire a lobbying firm for $90,000 a year to push the city's agenda with state and federal lawmakers, taking on the duties of a former longtime city official who was arrested in a hit-and-run case.

› Sarasota BMX hosts World Cup racers at qualifying event
The World Cup event brought out more than 100 male riders and approximately 26 female riders, all hoping to secure a spot on their respective country's team roster.

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