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What you need to know about Florida today
› Sports apparel giant Fanatics Inc. moves into Laser Spine headquarters
The Laser Spine Institute’s abruptly vacated Tampa headquarters has a new tenant. Fanatics Inc., a giant in the sporting apparel industry, announced this week that it now rents three of the building’s six floors.
› Fort Lauderdale International Auto Show revs up
Consumers didn’t buy as many vehicles in 2019 as they did over the previous five years, but that’s not stopping manufacturers from sprinkling that new-car smell around this weekend. The enticing aromas of brand new rubber, leather and lubricants will permeate the Broward County Convention Center through Sunday during the 29th annual Fort Lauderdale International Auto Show.
› SeaWorld’s Inside Look event allows behind-the-scenes access to animal experts
SeaWorld Orlando is beginning its Inside Look programming, giving theme-park visitors behind-the-scenes access to its animal experts and veterinarians. The event will be held on Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday through Jan. 26, culminating with presentations by Jack Hanna.
› Community bank buys former SunTrust building for new HQ
Sanibel Captiva Community Bank has acquired a former SunTrust branch on Sanibel to serve as the bank’s new future main office. In a separate deal, the community bank, with $460.1 million in assets through Sept. 30, sold its current main branch to the City of Sanibel.
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