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What you need to know about Florida today
Solar energy becoming increasingly popular in Florida
The United States installed more solar energy than any other source of electricity in the first quarter of this year. And it’s becoming increasingly popular here in Florida, where there’s no shortage of rays. But to some, the future of solar looks a bit cloudy. President Trump has slapped tariffs on solar equipment imported from China – driving up costs. More from CBS Miami.
With $28 million loan finalized, Tamarac Village groundbreaking expected in October
A $28 million construction loan to build Tamarac Village, what the city has said will be its future “downtown,” has been finalized. The loan, which has options for extensions, was provided by Miami-based City National Bank of Florida. More from the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.
Gov. Scott activates emergency bridge loan program to assist small businesses impacted by blue-green algae and red tide
Governor Rick Scott has directed the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) to activate the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program to support small businesses who continue to be affected by the Lake Okeechobee algal bloom and impacts from naturally occurring red tide. Find more information, including how to apply, in this news release.
Universal Orlando's sleek, high-tech Aventura hotel debuts
The grand opening of the high-tech Aventura hotel this week will touch off a two-year run during which Universal Orlando Resorts will expand the number of rooms it has in Central Florida by more than 60 percent. More from the Orlando Sentinel.
Jacksonville’s Downtown Investment Authority will search nationwide for next CEO
The Downtown Investment Authority will do a national search for its next CEO and appoint an interim executive while that search unfolds so the agency can keep pace with interest from developers, the chairman of the DIA board said Wednesday. More from the Florida Times-Union.
Florida Trend Exclusive
'Health in all policies' takes root
Individual and community health often are a function of larger social and economic factors such as income, education and social engagement. Obesity’s a problem for Polk County just as it is throughout Florida and America. Because of this, Polk is setting $6 million aside for sidewalks, cycling lanes and trails. This is part of a new effort Polk officials are calling "Helath in All Policies."
Out of the Box
Old lifeguard stands on the auction block
Want to own a lifeguard stand? Now you can. Miami Beach is auctioning off its old lifeguard stands to make way for a new batch. The auction for the six stands is being conducted online at PublicSurplus.com. The stands are all listed from fair to good condition, though one is listed as "cosmetically poor."
» Read more from WPLG.
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