May 24, 2013

Miami-Dade

Miami-Dade: Growth- Oct. 2003

"Antidote to Sprawl": Runaway growth prompts Miami-Dade leaders to take action in Kendall. Read more »
Published on 10/1/2003

Military: Coast is Clear: Miami-Dade- Sept. 2003

The Navy steps up operations in Key West, ending debate about its role there.

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Published on 9/1/2003

Degree of Success: Miami-Dade- Aug. 2003

Florida Memorial College's fortunes have changed under President Albert Smith. Read more »
Published on 8/1/2003

Professional Services
Exporting Brain Power: Miami-Dade- July 2003

A new program helps south Florida companies pitch for business south of the border. Read more »
Published on 7/1/2003

Schools: How Much Oversight? Miami-Dade- June 2003

A state-appointed oversight board is recommending drastic changes to the beleaguered school district. Read more »
Published on 6/1/2003

Media: Finding its Footing - Miami-Dade- May 2003

After years of belt-tightening and falling circulation, the Miami Herald seems back on course. Read more »
Published on 5/1/2003

Economic Development:
Focusing on Home — Miami-Dade- March 2003

Miami-Dade's economic developers turn to a new Beacon Council leader to help nurture business. Read more »
Published on 3/1/2003

A Poor Showing — Miami- Feb. 2003

Miami Mayor Manny Diaz takes aim at the city's 'poor' status. Read more »
Published on 2/1/2003

In the News — Miami-Dade- Jan. 2003

Key West -- Residents decided in a non-binding vote to hold a referendum on scrapping single-member voting districts for city commissioners. Some civic leaders oppose the measure, claiming at-large commission... Read more »
Published on 1/1/2003

Full-Throttle Competition- Miami-Dade- Dec. 2002

Is there room for both NASCAR's parent company and an independent race company? Read more »
Published on 12/1/2002

A Call for Unity - Miami-Dade- Nov. 2002

After years of competing, local leaders are eyeing a regional approach to problem-solving. Read more »
Published on 11/1/2002

Shifting Gears- Miami-Dade- Oct. 2002

With traffic at a standstill, Miami-Dade moves to tackle its transit crisis. Read more »
Published on 10/1/2002

Around the State- Miami-Dade- June 2001

MIAMI-DADE Scam BustersMiami investment scams are so widespread that federal agencies have decided to team up.By David VillanoIn a place where early pioneers amassed fortunes selling swampland, it comes as... Read more »
Published on 6/1/2001

Around the State - Miami-Dade -Banking on the Arts

More than two decades after civic leaders first proposed a world-class concert hall in downtown Miami, county commissioners have stamped their approval on a $255-million deal to build a performing arts complex that backers say will showcase Miami as the s Read more »
Published on 2/1/2001

Florida Business News

  • State releases FCAT scores

    The scores released today are the first wave of marks expected from the 2013 administration of the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test and the state's new end-of-course exams.

  • Three Florida beaches make Dr. Beach Top 10 list for 2013

    The smile of Dr. Beach still shines on the Sunshine State as three Florida beaches made his annual Top 10 beaches in the U.S. list.

  • U.S. weather-watcher satellite fails just before hurricane season

    A key satellite positioned to track severe weather in the eastern United States has failed, just as the 2013 Atlantic hurricane season is about to start.

    FRIDAY PREVIEW:
    Coming next week to FloridaTrend.com:

    • Florida Icon: C.C. 'Doc' Dockey - The businessman tells us: "I've learned that both political parties in Florida do better running and building than they do governing."
    • CEO Sounding Board - Florida CEOs talk about a recent settlement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
    • Bearing Down in Jacksonville - Chinese company HCH targets north Florida for distribution.
    • Florida Life - Surfing spots in the Sunshine State.

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Apart from remembering and honoring the men and women who lost their lives in military service, do you have any plans for the extended Memorial Day weekend?

  • Yep! Taking a trip, barbecuing, or shopping, with friends and/or family! Can't Wait!
  • Sure, I definitely intend to spend time with loved ones, but I'll be keeping it very low-key.
  • Nah, just gonna take it easy...
  • I'm not taking Monday off...Too much work to be done!

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