Florida Business News

• ‘It could be a double whammy.’ Florida scientists worry about Brazilian variant

  As the pandemic continues to worsen around the world, scientists are grappling to better understand spin-off versions of the COVID-19 virus — and one of the latest strains poses a particular threat to South Florida.

• Florida could expand government use of drones

  The use of drones by Florida law enforcement and government agencies could be expanded under a bill approved by a Senate committee.

• Florida National Guard General warns troop demand may soon outgrow supply

  The Florida National Guard’s top-ranking general cautioned lawmakers on Tuesday that the nation’s growing demand for more Guardsmen may soon overwhelm their ranks.

• Citizens Insurance raises rates so you will (hopefully) buy elsewhere

  Customers of state-owned Citizens Property Insurance Corp. should prepare to pay more to cover their homes and businesses. And customers who are new to Citizens could soon be required to pay much higher rates.

• Naval Air Station Jacksonville cancels April air show due to COVID-19 concerns

  The U.S. Navy's Blue Angels won't be flying high, low and upside down this spring at Naval Air Station Jacksonville. After what it called "careful consideration," the Navy base canceled the 2021 NAS Jax Blue Angels Air Show.

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