Friday's Afternoon Update

Florida Gov. and legislative leaders work out budget deal

Florida legislators are returning to the state Capitol to hold a three-day special session where they will boost money for schools as well as set aside more cash for the top priorities of Gov. Rick Scott. More from the Governor's Press Office.
See Also: AP, the Times/Herald, and the Naples Daily News.

Office Depot agrees to sell China stores

Office Depot took another major step in the disposal of its international operations with an agreement to sell its stores in the People’s Republic of China to a company based in Shanghai. More from the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.

Booming economy fuels major jump in Central Florida tax base

Thanks to a surging economy and a boom in construction, Orange County posted a record-setting increase in property value this year, according to figures released Thursday. More from the Orlando Sentinel.

Florida health insurance providers report premium volume up 18%

Premiums earned by the companies on this year’s list of Florida health insurance providers totaled $18.12 billion, an 18.05 percent increase from the total earned by the companies listed last year. More from the South Florida Business Journal.

Florida Air National Guard in need of new fighter jets

A key component in protecting our First Coast, especially during severe weather like Hurricane Matthew, is the Florida Air National Guard, which is facing its own kind of turbulence right now at its Jacksonville base. More from First Coast News.

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