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Wednesday's Afternoon Update
What you need to know about Florida today
Deadly Hurricane Idalia makes Florida landfall as ‘catastrophic’ major hurricane
Hurricane Idalia made landfall in Florida’s Big Bend as a dangerous Category 3 major storm with 125 mph winds on Wednesday morning, and at least two storm-related deaths were reported by the Florida Highway Patrol. The National Hurricane Center said radar imagery showed the eye of the storm, which had grown to Category 4 status with 130 mph winds hours, made landfall at 7:45 a.m. near Keaton Beach in Taylor County just north of Steinhatchee. More from the Orlando Sentinel, the News Service of Florida, and the Tampa Bay Times.
Efforts to build local workforce pipeline are paying off in Manatee County
At the Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation, marketing our community as a business location is one of the core functions. Corporate decision makers tell us that the quality of education and relevant workforce training are key to their business location and expansion decisions. That’s why it's important to focus on how the talent pipeline – the future workforce – is being educated, trained and developed locally. More from the Sarasota Herald-Tribune.
How Endeavor Miami helps promising founders grow their companies
Endeavor Miami selected entrepreneurs from 10 companies to participate in its next ScaleUp cohort. The program is open to leaders of Florida-based companies that generate between $1 million and $4 million in annual revenue. The chosen businesses will participate in a 17-week series of group modules, peer discussions, office hours and one-on-one mentorships to build connections that can help them scale their ventures. More from Miami Inno.
Massive advertisements touting West Palm Beach as 'Wall Street South' hit busy New York streets
Massive digital billboards of Palm Beach County beaches, azure waters and a burgeoning skyline graced the busy streets of New York City this week touting the area as “Wall Street South.” Palm Beach County, and specifically West Palm Beach, have adopted the nickname of the financial capital of the south after a surge in business relocations since the pandemic. More from the Palm Beach Post.
Brightline again delays start of service from South Florida to Orlando
Still not complete with train testing and crew certification, and cautioned by Hurricane Idalia’s run at Florida, Brightline’s date for starting passenger rail service between Miami and Orlando has been delayed for a second time, according to a company spokesperson. For passengers who had booked trips between South and Central Florida from Sept. 7 to Sept. 21, Brightline is giving refunds, upgrades to premium fares and a break on Avis rental car rates. More from the Orlando Sentinel.
Event
Brazilian festival goes Coco: Annual event moves to Seminole Casino Coconut Creek this year
The samba parade is winding its way to Coconut Creek. Set for noon to 11 p.m. Oct. 28, the 12th Annual Brazilian Festival Florida will be at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek, with concert performances, kids’ rides, a business expo and food vendors serving up everything from street food to traditional desserts, including feijoada (black bean stew), pão de queijo (cheese bread), quindim (coconut egg custard ) and brigadeiro (fudge balls similar to bon-bons or truffles).
» More from the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.
Out of the Box
Professional basebal stadium in Florida for rent on Airbnb
Sometimes you are having so much fun at a sporting event and are so immersed in the fan experience that you never want to leave — and now you don't have to! The Pensacola Blue Wahoos, the AA affiliate of the MLB Miami Marlins, is officially offering up their stadium on Airbnb for an experience that takes the "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" sentiment to the next level.
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