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What you need to know about Florida today
› FIS selling controlling interest in Worldpay for $11.7 billion
Almost four years after buying Worldpay Inc. in a $43 billion deal, Fidelity National Information Services Inc. announced an $11.7 billion deal to sell a controlling interest in it. Jacksonville-based FIS said July 6 that Chicago-based private equity firm GTCR will pay $11.7 billion to acquire 55% of Worldpay. FIS will retain the other 45% interest in the merchant payments technology company.
› Bern’s Steak House in Tampa is temporarily closed for renovations
Tampa institution Bern’s Steak House temporarily closed on July 3 for renovations on the lounge and kitchen. Renovations are expected to take about two weeks. In the meantime, folks can still enjoy Bern’s fare at its sister restaurant, Haven (2208 W Morrison Ave., Tampa). Now through July 8 and July 11-15, A Taste of Bern’s at Haven offers selections inspired by the Bern’s menu, including select cuts from its aging room, steak sauces, wines from its cellar and sweets from its famous dessert room.
› Jupiter's $24.7 million town hall: A look at how the construction is going and the timeline
Jupiter’s new $24.7 million town hall recently hit a major milestone, when the town and contractor Kaufman Lynn Construction on June 8 celebrated the structure’s topping-off, the moment when the tallest part of a building is put in place. “The building is progressing nicely,” said Shawn Reed, Jupiter’s community relations manager.
› Feeding Northeast Florida merges with Gainesville's Bread of the Mighty food bank
A merger between Feeding Northeast Florida (FNEFL), a Feeding America Member food bank, and Gainesville’s Bread of the Mighty food bank was announced in a June 26 news release. The merger is expected to provide additional resources and support services across North and Central Florida.
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