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05/27/2026 · Alachua County

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Rising Fuel Prices Hit Florida Drivers Amid Ceasefire Uncertainty

The cost of gasoline and diesel has risen again, prompting motoring groups to advise drivers against anticipating substantial relief at the pump. Market observers point to ongoing geopolitical instability as a factor influencing prices.

05/23/2026
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How Supply Chain Jobs Have Evolved, What Skills Are Needed

The supply chain field has transformed, evolving job roles and required skills, according to Dale Allen, Director of the Supply Chain Management Center.

05/21/2026

Business

PortMiami's $345M Expansion Supercharges Florida Trade Hub

PortMiami is transforming into a global powerhouse with multimillion-dollar cruise and cargo upgrades set to double traffic by 2035. From Royal Caribbean's new mega-terminal to cutting-edge AI cargo tech, the port promises jobs and economic boom for South Florida. Officials hail it as a game-changer for Florida's trade dominance.

05/04/2026

Business

Orlando Home Prices Dip Amid Surge in Inventory, Defying Earlier Surge Hype

Central Florida's red-hot housing demand has cooled, with Orlando median home values dropping 3.5% year-over-year to $374,136 as of March 2026. Record inventory levels are flooding the market, giving buyers more leverage after years of price spikes. Experts point to exploding supply in Orange, Osceola, and Lake counties as the key driver behind the shift.[1][3]

05/04/2026

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Florida Spring Break Draws Record Crowds, Fuels Tourism Boom

Florida's beaches are packed as spring break 2026 shatters records, pumping billions into coastal economies from Miami to Pinellas County. Hotel bookings in Miami Beach surged 38%, with average rates topping $640 a night amid fewer arrests and family-friendly reforms. Officials eye even bigger gains from the upcoming FIFA World Cup.

05/04/2026

Business

UF Startups Deploy AI Drones to Battle Florida Citrus Greening

As Florida's citrus production hits its lowest in 80 years, University of Florida startups are fusing AI and aerospace tech for drone-based grove monitoring. This partnership aims to help growers detect and fight citrus greening faster amid the industry's $9 billion crisis. Hope is rising for the Sunshine State's iconic orange groves.

05/03/2026

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