March 28, 2024

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| 3/25/2019

› Poisonous toads infest suburban South Florida neighborhood
A Florida suburb is being plagued by thousands of poisonous toads. Experts say the amphibians are bufo toads, also known as cane toads. Residents in the infested Palm Beach Gardens neighborhood worry toxins secreted by the toads will harm their pets and children.

› Unlocking state funds for affordable housing is the right move, CEOs said
Florida CEOs were asked: Gov. DeSantis has proposed unlocking more state funds for affordable housing. What do you think is the best way to encourage more affordable housing construction in South Florida?

› Orange County seeks a new convention center chief at a salary of up to $250K
Orange County is searching for an executive director of its convention center, the second-largest in the nation. The post pays $180,000 to $250,000 not including performance bonuses.

› Want to rent out your car? Florida lawmakers consider fee, rules for that
The story has a familiar ring: a disruptive new tech company connecting people with rides is stirring up a battle in the Legislature. This time it’s not ride-sharing companies like Uber, but peer-to-peer car rental companies such as Turo and Getaround that allow private owners to rent out their cars to others.

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