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What you need to know about Florida today
Florida’s under-70 population now majority-minority
The majority of Floridians under 70 are now people of color, according to Census population estimates released Thursday. White, non-Hispanic people still make up 53.5 percent of all Florida residents but just 49.9 percent of those younger than 70 years old. Florida crossed this demographic threshold in 2018, according to estimates of the nation’s population on July 1 of that year, part of a national trend of increasing racial diversity. More from the Tampa Bay Times.
Multi-state law firm adds Southwest Florida partner
The law firm of Roetzel & Andress has expanded its estate, planning tax and transactional group in Southwest Florida with the addition of David Ruben as a shareholder in the firm’s Naples office. Ruben will advise individuals and families on sophisticated estate planning and wealth preservation strategies, according to a statement. More from the Business Observer.
Central Florida company selected to demolish Jacksonville Landing
The City of Jacksonville has selected a demolition company from Central Florida to demolish the Jacksonville Landing, according to a meeting agenda from the City of Jacksonville. D.H. Griffin Wrecking Co. is expected to demolish the Landing in a project that could cost $1,074,002, the agenda says. The decision still pends final approval, expected to be made at Thursday's General Government Awards Committee Meeting. More from First Coast News.
More than 660 South Florida workers laid off
Despite historically low unemployment, job cuts are still occurring in South Florida, according to notifications directly to workers and to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity. Reasons employers cited for the layoffs include changing consumer habits, facility closures, changes of ownership and lost government contracts. More from the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.
Wish Farms starts Superhero Summer partnership with Feeding America
Plant City-based berry grower Wish Farms has started a summer partnership campaign with Feeding America. The company has worked with Feeding America-member food banks in Florida for years, but this seasonal campaign marks a new opportunity to engage berry consumers nationwide, giving them a chance to directly support the organization’s mission to end hunger. More from the Packer.
Miramar: The crossroads for Florida, the Americas and the World
For companies looking for a city they can grow with, Miramar exemplifies a partner positioned at the crossroads of regional and hemispheric trade. Incorporated in 1955 as a bedroom community to Fort Lauderdale and Miami, Miramar today is a thriving live/work/play destination ideally suited to any growing business. The city’s population has almost tripled in the past 20 years driven by a progressive approach to vital infrastructure projects and a spirit of partnership with its corporate community. [Sponsored report]
Transportation
Disney makes Lyft official partner for Minnie Van rides
Catching a ride inside a mouse at Disney will now officially be brought to you by Lyft. The ride-share partnership was announced on the Disney Parks Blog as the company announced its Minnie Van transportation service surpassed giving rides to 1 million passengers, although use of the Lyft app to summon the vehicles has been used since last summer.
» More from the Orlando Sentinel.
Arts and Culture
Jacksonville's Museum of Science and History's expansion plan takes advantage of location near river
In 1941, Jacksonville’s Museum of Science and History opened as a children’s museum in the city’s Riverside neighborhood. After moving to its current location near the south bank of the St. Johns River, the museum expanded and added programs to appeal to adults as well as children. In 2017, the museum hosted about 230,000 visitors, more than half of whom were adults without children. In March, the museum unveiled plans for an $80-million expansion and renovation.
» Read more from Florida Trend.
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