Florida could become the nation’s slot machine capital
Florida would become the nation’s slot machine capital under a sweeping rewrite of the state’s gaming laws filed Thursday that would give Miami-Dade and Broward counties each an additional slot revenue. More from the Times/Herald.
South Florida unwelcoming to STEM grads, study says
South Florida is one of the country’s least welcoming destinations for graduates of science-, technology-, engineering- and math-related degrees, according to a report released this week. More from the South Florida Business Journal.
Gov. Scott announces Cott Corporation headquarters expansion in Tampa
Today, Governor Scott announced that Cott Corporation, one of the world’s largest beverage producers and distributors, will be expanding their headquarters in Hillsborough County. The expansion will create 60 new jobs and invest $800,000 in the local community. Full story here.
Jeb Bush says he's unlikely to run for office ever again
Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, whose bid for the presidency was derailed by businessman and eventual winner Donald Trump, says it's unlikely he'll ever run for office again. More from the AP.
Editor's page: Recasting the solar battle
In the grand scheme of electrical power generation in Florida, solar power is still a pipsqueak, accounting for less than a percent of the power generated. Among renewable sources of energy in Florida, biomass remains the largest. Access Mark Howard's full column.
Milestone
Greenberg Traurig Celebrates 25 years in Tallahassee
The Tallahassee office of international law firm Greenberg Traurig P. A. celebrated its 25th anniversary with a reception Jan. 11 at the Governor’s Club just blocks away from the Capitol building. Joining the firm’s Tallahassee lawyers and business staff in attendance were Governor Rick Scott, who gave brief congratulatory remarks, as well as Chief Financial Officer Jeff Atwater, numerous state lawmakers and state agency heads, countless colleagues, clients, family and friends.
Transportation
First Brightline Trainset is Complete
Brightline, the only privately-funded express passenger rail system in the country, this week showcased its first trainset, BrightBlue. Comprised of two locomotives and four coaches, the trainset is housed at its new railroad operations facility, Workshop b, in West Palm Beach, Florida.