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Progressive estimates Milton losses

by News Service of Florida | Oct 15, 2024

The Progressive Corp. on Tuesday estimated it will face $325 million in losses from damage to vehicles in Hurricane Milton and up to $200 million in property-insurance losses and other costs. The insurer included the estimates in a filing with the U.S. Securities and...

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Pew analysis questions sustainability of Florida’s pandemic-era tax revenue boost

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 29, 2024

Florida's pandemic-era tax revenue surge, driven by temporary factors like federal aid and consumer behavior shifts, raises concerns about the sustainability of this growth as spending patterns normalize, according to a Pew analysis. Florida experienced a surge in tax...

Quiet passage of HB 781 could hold the key to state park development mystery

by Brian Burgess and Caden DeLisa | Aug 28, 2024

Despite widespread political outcry, both Republicans and Democrats voted almost unanimously in favor of a new law allowing unsolicited public-private partnerships. The law could be relied on to streamline projects similar to the controversial Tuskegee Dunes project....

“Back to the drawing board”: DeSantis calls off park development proposals

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 28, 2024

Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that plans to develop golf courses, pickleball courts, and hotels in Florida’s state parks have been withdrawn after significant public and political opposition. Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that plans to develop golf courses, pickleball...

Visit Florida to seek funding boost

by News Service of Florida | Aug 28, 2024

After receiving $80 million in this year’s budget, Florida’s tourism-marketing agency plans to ask for an increase in state funding during the 2025 legislative session. “We did quite well this year with $80 million, but we're going to continue to push for that $100...

Florida’s DeSantis says public safety is key to state’s economic success

by The Center Square | Aug 28, 2024

(The Center Square) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis highlighted Polk County's success in fighting crime on Wednesday. DeSantis said that the crime rate in Florida has reached a 50-year low because the Sunshine State allows law enforcement officers to do their jobs and...

University of Florida, Florida State University ranked among top public universities by Forbes

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 28, 2024

The University of Florida and Florida State University were ranked among the top public universities in the U.S. by Forbes, with UF placing fourth and FSU 22nd. The University of Florida (UF) and Florida State University (FSU) were ranked among the top public...

Injunction sought in ‘cultivated meat’ case

by News Service of Florida | Aug 28, 2024

A California-based company challenging a new Florida law that bans selling and manufacturing “cultivated meat” has asked a federal judge for a preliminary injunction against the law. UPSIDE Foods, Inc. on Friday filed a motion for a preliminary injunction as part of...

Critics call for parks plans to be ditched

by News Service of Florida | Aug 27, 2024

TALLAHASSEE — Environmentalists are seeking assurances that Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration has scrapped plans for a series of golf courses at Jonathan Dickinson State Park after a state spokeswoman said the proposal has been dropped. Audubon Florida, the Sierra...

Florida Chamber of Commerce highlights state’s economic growth amid looming challenges

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 27, 2024

The Florida Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 Midyear Economic Report presents a mixed economic outlook, highlighting ongoing growth but cautioning against challenges like labor shortages, housing affordability, and the need for economic diversification. The Florida Chamber...

Polk County Schools spokesman can’t be bothered to inform public about school bus camera contract

by Brian Burgess | Aug 27, 2024

With controversy swirling over a school bus camera contract and the county set to start issuing traffic citations in September, Polk County Public Schools spokesman Kyle Kennedy refused to provide updated contract language and instead directed interested parties to...

Biden administration grants $5.7M to boost EV charging in Florida

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 27, 2024

The Biden administration announced on Tuesday that it awarded more than $5.7 million in grants to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Florida. The Biden administration announced on Tuesday that it allocated more than $5.7 million in grants within...

Florida officials predict higher tax revenues in coming months

by The Center Square | Aug 27, 2024

(The Center Square) — Florida officials predict tax revenues in the Sunshine State will continue to increase compared to last year's numbers. The Office of Economic & Demographic Research held a revenue estimating conference on Aug. 23 and predicted general...

USDA allocates $12.1 million to Florida farmers for Hurricane Debby losses

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 27, 2024

The USDA announced $12.1 million in indemnity payments to Florida farmers for hurricane-related losses under the Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index program. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced last Friday that Florida farmers affected by...

Audit report recommends changes to Florida’s property insurer of last resort

by The Center Square | Aug 26, 2024

(The Center Square) —The Florida Auditor General recently released an audit report on the state-owned Citizens Property Insurance Corporation and made several recommendations to improve customer service while ensuring it remains fiscally buoyant. The insurer covers...

Six Florida universities ranked among nation’s top 50

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 26, 2024

Six public universities in Florida were ranked among the top 50 nationwide by Washington Monthly, with FIU achieving the highest rank at 16th overall. Five public universities in Florida were ranked among the top 50 in a national assessment conducted by Washington...

Baptist Health, Florida Blue contract stalemate threatens in-network access for 600,000 patients

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 26, 2024

Baptist Health and Florida Blue are deadlocked in contract talks over payment rates, risking the loss of in-network status for over 600,000 Florida Blue members if no deal is reached by September 30. Baptist Health and Florida Blue are at an impasse in contract...

Title IX rule blocked amid lawsuit

by News Service of Florida | Aug 26, 2024

TALLAHASSEE — A divided appeals court has blocked a new federal rule about sex-based discrimination in education programs while a legal battle continues to play out, giving a win to Florida and three other states. A panel of the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals last...

Labor Day gas prices potentially lowest in three years

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 26, 2024

Florida motorists are expected to see the lowest gas prices for a Labor Day weekend in three years, with the state's average price at $3.29 per gallon due to lower oil prices. Florida motorists may see the lowest gas prices for a Labor Day weekend in three years. As...

Florida DEP delays public meetings on state park development amid bipartisan backlash

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 26, 2024

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection postponed public meetings on its "Great Outdoors Initiative," which proposes developments in nine state parks, following widespread backlash from environmentalists and bipartisan political figures. The Florida...

Florida housing market stabilizes as home prices level off and inventory rises

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 23, 2024

Florida’s housing market is stabilizing as home prices level off and inventory increases, offering potential relief to buyers, according to a Florida Realtors report. Florida’s housing market is showing signs of stabilization, with home prices leveling off and more...

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