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| 2/2/2018

› State lawmakers could revamp marijuana law's "black farmer" requirement
Florida health officials have blamed delays in issuing new medical marijuana licenses on a court fight about a law requiring one of the coveted licenses to go to a black farmer who meets certain criteria.

› Melbourne Air & Space Show changes dates
The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will be back to kick off the 2018 Melbourne Air & Space Show. Northrop Grumman's 2018 Melbourne Air & Space Show has been moved to March 24-25 and will celebrate the fifth anniversary of the event at the Orlando Melbourne International Airport.

› GRU officials say cold temps to blame for hefty bills
When Gainesville officials voted to reduce people’s electric bills earlier this month, it was with the hope that the next round of bills would reflect that change. So far, customers haven’t noticed the difference — and likely won’t, for at least a few months.

› Citrix records loss for quarter and year, due to restructuring costs
Citrix Systems has taken a hit from restructuring — recording losses for its fourth quarter and 2017. The global software company based in Fort Lauderdale announced fourth-quarter losses of $284 million, or $1.93 a share.

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