by Brian Burgess | Apr 1, 2024
Not that we needed any further reminders that 2024 is an election year, but Republican U.S. Representative Brian Mast is doing his part, just in case. Over the last week or so, the South Florida Congressman has gone on a bit of a rampage accusing the federal...
by Brian Burgess | Mar 25, 2024
Wow, you really have to hand it to the public relations firm helping Brightline spin the media. Four days ago, a story appeared in an obscure South Florida blog claiming that Brightline can’t keep up with demand. As a longtime Brightline doubter, that caught my...
by Brian Burgess | Feb 26, 2024
A measles outbreak in one of Florida’s largest public school systems underscores the need for better indoor air quality monitoring in aging public school buildings. Two new cases over the weekend added to the growing measles outbreak at Manatee Bay Elementary...
by Brian Burgess | Oct 25, 2023
At this year’s Florida Chamber Annual Meeting & Future of Florida Forum, Chairman Chas Bailes III recognized a handful of distinguished business leaders from across a range of industries. Several notable awardees were recognized: including L3Harris’s...
by Brian Burgess | Oct 11, 2023
Florida lawmakers may take a “wait and see” approach to property insurance during the upcoming legislative session. At the same time, a new report finds experts doubtful that legislative changes will be enough to lower premiums. Experts cite three factors...
by Brian Burgess | Sep 25, 2023
False color image courtesy of NASA A new University of Florida study links stormwater ponds and reclaimed water to red tide algae growth. Florida faces a complex challenge with over 76,000 urban stormwater ponds and extensive reclaimed water usage, contributing to...
