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Tropical depression will be a hurricane when it approaches Florida, forecasters say
The tropical depression expected to develop into Tropical Storm Laura will be a hurricane when it approaches Florida in a few days, according to the National Hurricane Center. Just how strong the storm will grow depends on the track it takes, forecasters said. Nearly all the Florida peninsula remains in the cone of uncertainty. More from the Tampa Bay Times, the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, and the Orlando Sentinel.
Feds select Gulf of Mexico as potential zone for fish farming
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on Thursday chose the Gulf of Mexico as one of two places where it will look to grow offshore fish farming. The gulf joins Southern California in becoming an “Aquaculture Opportunity Area,” the first two in the United States. President Donald Trump issued an executive order earlier this year outlining the concept as a way of boosting the country’s seafood industry and reducing its reliance on imported fish. [Source: Tampa Bay Times]
Florida pharmacists, doctors clash over how to handle new responsibilities
After the Legislature approved a law that expanded the types of health care that pharmacists can provide, a deal between physicians and pharmacists to fast-track collaborative practice arrangements might be unraveling. The Florida Board of Pharmacy announced this week that it was revisiting a proposed rule to include “heart/cardiovascular disease” and “mental health” on a list of chronic medical conditions that pharmacists would be authorized to treat. A meeting of the Board of Pharmacy Rules Committee has been scheduled for Aug. 24. [Source: Orlando Sentinel]
Florida Trend Exclusive
Heavy load: UM's goal of cutting emissions requires more than solar panels
The University of Miami has one of the nation’s top marine biology graduate programs and regularly produces cutting-edge research on climate change and sea-level rise. But when it comes to reducing its carbon footprint, progress can be slow going — especially for an institution with more than 240 acres and 5.7 million square feet of buildings. [Source: Florida Trend]
Florida chief justice apologizes for delaying bar exam
Florida Supreme Court Chief Justice Charles Canady apologized on Wednesday for a postponement of the Florida Bar exam, which was supposed to take place online Wednesday but was canceled late Sunday evening. The court “deeply regrets this additional delay” in the administration of the exam, Canady said in a video posted on the court’s Facebook and YouTube social media sites. [Source: South Florida Sun-Sentinel]
ALSO AROUND FLORIDA:
› Sarasota Chamber names finalists for young professional award
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce’s young professionals group has announced the finalists for its 2020 Young Professional of the Year Award. The recognition honors a local young professional who has demonstrated formidable leadership in personal, professional and community capacities, according to the Chamber.
› What’s the buzz on so-called ‘murder hornets’ coming to South Florida?
Think you've spotted a so-called "murder hornet" in your midst? The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is sending out an urge for calm. Although the FDACS has received several sightings from Floridians that they’ve seen the Asian giant hornet, they confirmed, along with the USDA, that there is “no evidence that so-called ‘murder hornets’ " are present in the state or in South Florida, according to Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried.
› Don Banks Music in Tampa is closing after decades of selling instruments, teaching students
Don Banks Music is not shuttering because of the pandemic. Second-generation owner Mitchel Banks made the decision to retire months before COVID-19 spread throughout the world. But the pandemic has made closing more emotionally difficult.
› DeLand allows open alcohol containers downtown, seeking to bring back ‘vibrancy’ during pandemic
As Florida bans people from drinking in bars because of the coronavirus pandemic, downtown DeLand patrons will soon be able to walk around with wine, beer or spirits on Friday and Saturday nights. The City Commission has approved allowing people to drink on downtown sidewalks from 5 to 10 p.m. on those days, but the beverages must be sold in specifically marked and sealed containers.
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