Wednesday's Daily Pulse
Florida Gov. Rick Scott defeats Charlie Crist for re-election
Gov. Rick Scott, who came out of nowhere to win the governor's race four years ago with $75 million of his own money and a potent "Let's Get to Work" campaign mantra, on Tuesday became the second Republican since Reconstruction to win two terms as Florida governor. More from the Tampa Bay Times, the AP, and the Miami Herald.
See also:
» Interactive: How Election Day is changing Congress
» Complete election day coverage as it unfolded
2014 Election Results |
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| Governor | Rick Scott |
| Attorney General | Pam Bondi |
| Chief Financial Officer | Jeff Atwater |
| Agriculture Commissioner | Adam Putnam |
| Amendment 1: Water and land conservation | Approved |
| Amendment 2: Medical marijuana | Rejected |
| Amendment 3: Judicial appointments | Rejected |
| Click for full Florida election results here. | |
Florida voters just say no to medical marijuana
Medical marijuana may be spreading across the nation, but it will not gain a southern beachhead in Florida this year. Though Amendment 2 once appeared to enjoy widespread support and did win a majority of votes Tuesday, it failed to clear 60 percent as required for constitutional amendments. More from the Tampa Bay Times and the AP.
Election 2014: Who were the big winners and losers?
Election night 2014 was like a tsunami, as Republicans wiped out Democrats to take control of the Senate and won governorships in states that easily re-elected President Obama. A look at some winners and losers from USA Today.
See also:
» A Republican wave sweeps Congress
» Many holding their noses as they cast ballots
Tampa and Hillsborough County
Tampa/Hillsborough is a metropolis on the move, literally and figuratively. Tower cranes dot the skyline, and business growth is among the highest in the state. This sponsored section contains reports on the area's economy, major industries, key players, lifestyle and communities that make up Tampa and Hillsborough County. Full story.
More retailers announce earlier opening times on Thanksgiving
Retailers are stumbling over one another to announce ever-earlier opening times on Thanksgiving as they race to woo Black Friday shoppers with deep discounts during hours usually reserved for family gatherings. [Source: Orlando Sentinel]
See also:
» Sears, Kmart add Thanksgiving shopping hours
ALSO AROUND FLORIDA:
› New poll on Latino attitudes shows Florida more focused on economy than immigration reform [McClatchy]
Latinos in Florida said the most important issue facing the Latino community that politicians should address is the economy – a slight difference from respondents in other states, who put immigration reform tops, according to a new poll.
› Building a better South Florida [Miami Herald]
Today, corporations are doing more than writing checks for needy organizations. They’re turning to their employees, asking them to get involved in their community with a little elbow grease. Feeding the homeless. Building houses for the needy. Mentoring at-risk youth. Cleaning dirty beaches.
› Central Florida September tourist taxes spike [Orlando Sentinel]
Orange County's tourist-tax collections in September jumped nearly 17 percent from the previous year, Comptroller Martha Haynie announced Monday. The county collected $13.8 million.
› AutoNation's sales up 8% in October [South Florida Sun-Sentinel]
Fort Lauderdale-based AutoNation reported yet another strong month of new vehicle sales in October that again outpaced growth in the overall U.S. industry.
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› Conch remains on the menu, no harvesting [Keys News]
The federal fishery managers will not list queen conch on the endangered species list, but harvest of it in United States waters will remain prohibited.
› Info Tech building headquarters in Celebration Pointe [Jacksonville Business Journal]
Gainesville-based Info Tech, a consulting and software company that employs 240 people, is planning to move its headquarters to Celebration Pointe.
› Green dye released into Everglades in experiment [AP]
Neon green dye is being released into the Everglades to help scientists refine projects aimed at restoring the natural flow of water through the wetlands. Starting Tuesday, officials are substantially increasing the flow of water from the wetlands north of Everglades National Park south toward Florida Bay.
› Burger King's sales grow most in 2 years [Reuters]
Burger King Worldwide Inc. posted its strongest growth in quarterly same-restaurant sales in North America in two years, at a time larger rival McDonald's Corp is struggling in the highly competitive market.