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| 11/23/2015

Gov. Rick Scott proposes a $79.3 billion state budget

Gov. Rick Scott on Monday proposed a $79.3 billion state budget for next year that includes major tax cuts, a boost in paying for jobs incentives and increased school funding. More at the Tampa Bay Times and the Tallahassee Democrat.

UF/IFAS experts predict food trends for 2016

As 2015 starts to wind down, world-renowned food scientists at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences are already predicting trends for 2016. More at Florida Trend.

How to instill a strong work ethic

It turns out some people may be pre-wired with a strong work ethic. A recent study that examined dopamine levels in different parts of the brain showed that some people make a stronger connection between hard work and rewards than others. More at the Sarasota Herald-Tribune.

UF research team gets $15 million in funding

A research team at University of Florida Health has been approved for a $15.48 million research funding award by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute, or PCORI, to study the effectiveness of three medications used to treat hepatitis C. More at the Gainesville Business Report.

Small Business Advice
Why you need to put a fraud detection plan in place

Fraud is more common in smaller businesses, as they just do not have the resources in place to prevent it. Additionally, fraud is one of those issues that need continuing monitoring and just not a one-time fix to be effective. Read more from Jerry Osteryoung.

Out of the Box
Citrus Industry Landmark Restored

One of Florida's most iconic landmarks has been restored. The giant orange has weathered many of the ups and downs of the state's citrus industry.

» More from the AP and the Orlando Sentinel.

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