March 29, 2024

Rick Scott

Gov. Scott has made an effort to soften his image during his first two years, raising his favorable ratings and helping him with the GOP establishment. 

Photo: Jon M. Fletcher

MacNamara/Swoope

The governor’s managerial hires have been a mixed bag. Steve MacNamara (left) resigned amid controvery. Gray Swoope has drawn solid reviews.

Photo: AP (left) & Colin Hackley

Rick Scott

A “Let’s Get to Work” day at a doughnut shop

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Rick Scott

Seaport investment is up 278% under Scott.

Rick Scott

Trade mission to São Paulo, Brazil

Rick Scott

The governor’s effort to eliminate teacher tenure is being challenged in court.

Photo: Joe Burbank/Newscom

Rick Scott

Scott decided against expanding Medicaid eligibility.

Photo: Taylor Jones/Newscom

Rick Scott

Scott’s administration helped an Everglades cleanup plan move forward.

Photo: Alex Boerner/AP

Rick Scott

Over two years, Scott has vetoed more than $740 million in “turkey” projects.

Photo: Scott Keeler - Tampa Bay Times

Monday's Daily Pulse

What you need to know about Florida today

| 10/29/2012

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Rick Scott, midterm

Between his first and second budgets, Scott’s priorities, core convictions and management style changed little if at all. He had clearly gained, however, an appreciation for the need to cater to appearances as he governed. Full story...


Florida has STEM jobs, but not grads to fill them

Gov. Rick Scott never shies away from an opportunity to tell the state that the unemployment rate is down or that a new company -- no matter how big or small -- is opening a Florida location or that job openings are growing. Last week, he announced the number of open high-tech jobs is up 9 percent from a year ago, with 64,000 jobs available in science, technology, engineering and math fields. There is only one problem. [Source: Orlando Sentinel]


Florida second in nation for workplace deaths

A U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report shows 4,609 workplace deaths nationwide last year, 227 of which were in Florida. Of the Florida deaths last year, the report shows 90 involved transportation; 44 were due to violence, including murders and suicides; 41 were construction-related, and 36 involved falling, slipping or tripping. [Source: Naples News]


Business cards adapt, survive digital blitz

Business cards are like a first impression. The paper quality, readability and organization can factor into how the card is received and the information absorbed. And if done correctly, a business card may leave a lasting impression while the card owner is away. [Source: Fort Myers News-Press]


Retailers get jump on season

Don't get spooked, but Christmas trees, holiday music and popular toys are already starting to creep into Florida stores -- before Halloween is even a memory. Despite, or perhaps because of, strong holiday sales in 2011 -- consumers spent $563 billion, the most since 1999 -- retailers are prepping for holiday sales earlier than ever to get a jump on competition and entice customers to shop longer. [Source: Sarasota Herald-Tribune]


ALSO AROUND FLORIDA:

› Despite uncertain military budget, Harris' radio sales thrive
At a huge military communications trade show in Orlando this week, Harris Corp., acting as the host of MILCOM, will celebrate a nearly $400 million contract for tactical radios, the company’s most lucrative product in recent years.

› Submersible on display at Lauderdale boat show
Vero Beach-based Triton Submarines is starting to send submersibles around the world for well-heeled travelers to enjoy undersea excursions while on yacht expeditions or charters. "It's a game-changer for charters," said Marc Deppe, Triton's vice president of sales and marketing. Affluent travelers not only want luxury, they're also seeking unforgettable "bucket list" experiences, Deppe said.

› Clearwater's Avantair voluntarily grounds its fleet of planes
Avantair, a company that offers customers the chance to own shares of private planes at a fraction of the cost of buying their own jet, grounded its entire fleet after one of its aircraft lost its left tail elevator flying on the other side of the country in July.

› PC heyday’s a memory, but IBM looks ahead in Boca
From the PC to the technology behind Jeopardy champ Watson, IBM has had to reinvent itself many times since it sold tabulators, punch cards and meat and cheese slicers a century ago.


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