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What you need to know about Florida today
Four ways Florida will factor into Trump's presidency
Florida has never sent one of its own to the White House, but Donald Trump may be the closest the country has come to making a Floridian president. The Sunshine State could act as key proving ground for the new president's policies on everything from immigration to healthcare reform to the economy. [Source: Sarasota Herald-Tribune]
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» Trump will be very good for South Florida real estate, survey says. (See full survey here.)
Florida has the sun and fun. But it’s not so hot for families
WalletHub, known for a surplus of personal finance studies, dissects the best states to raise a family in an analysis released Wednesday. Florida has great beaches, wonderful winter weather and majestic palms. But when it comes down to family friendliness, the Sunshine States isn’t so hot. More from the Tampa Bay Times and the Miami Herald.
Florida Attorney General goes after two tobacco companies
Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi's office on Wednesday filed a lawsuit against ITG Brands and R.J. Reynolds that asserts the state is owed $45 million and stands to lose $30 million a year going forward unless the court sides with the state. See the full news release, and a copy of the motion, here.
Healthcare regulation debate rekindled in Florida Legislature
Florida lawmakers could be preparing for a renewed debate about easing regulations in the state's health-care industry. Efforts to revamp health-care regulations in Florida come amid broader questions nationally about changes in the industry. [Source: Health News Florida]
Florida, get ready for less perfect weather as 2016 marks record heat
Not only will 2016 go down as the warmest year across the globe, but places like South Florida will likely see a drop in mild weather, the kind of days with near perfect temperatures hovering between 64 and 86 degrees and little humidity. [Source: Miami Herald]
› USDA files action against American Fruit & Produce Corporation in Florida
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has filed an administrative action under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) against American Fruit & Produce Corporation.
› Orlando tech groups launch Kickstarter campaign
A handful of Orlando tech groups think they are collectively worth $165,000. Thanks to a new Kickstarter campaign that began on Tuesday, they will soon find out if others in the community agree.
› Miami Heat and Miami Dolphins ask about running marine stadium
The Miami Heat and Miami Dolphins have asked about running a restored Miami Marine Stadium, Mayor Tomás Regalado has told Miami Today, as have global entertainment operators Live Nation, which runs the Fillmore Miami Beach, and SMG, which runs the city’s James L. Knight Center.
› Atlanta Braves pick Sarasota County for spring training
The Atlanta Braves formally plan to move the team's spring training home to North Port in 2019, the team and Sarasota County announced this week. The announcement set the stage for final negotiations this spring on a contract to bring the Major League Baseball team to a new complex.
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