Map of Florida power outages: Over 400,000 people remain without power in the wake of Hurricane Milton

Milton aftermath – Florida Power & Electric service work truck on the side of the road – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by YES Market Media On Monday morning, days after Hurricane Milton ripped through Florida leaving a path of devastation that was most severe on the west-central coast, over half a million Floridians were still

Amtrak will launch a new route, initially from Chicago to Florida

Amtrak passenger train passes through Index Washington – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Ian Dewar Photography Amtrak will soon launch new, temporary service between Chicago and Florida as it prepares for significant construction along the heavily used Northeast Corridor. The new Floridian trains will make daily stops in Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Washington, D.C. on their

Florida Reports a Rise in Employee Resignations

Computer screen with clock nearby – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by create jobs 51 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows that from June to July, there was a surge in employment resignations in Florida. Twenty-five thousand workers in the state left their jobs in June, and 268,000 did the same in July. The 63,000

US Discretionary Spending Up: Where does Florida rank compared to other states?

South Beach, Miami, Florida — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Mia2you In contrast to warning stories about high inflation and economic difficulties, U.S. spending is increasing. In addition to our ingrained love of retail therapy, the pandemic and the ensuing emphasis on the here and now have had a significant impact on people’s views toward purchasing. The

Florida’s gas prices just dropped by double digits. Check the price in Miami and other places

Sky High Gas Prices — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Laura Gangi Pond According to AAA, gas prices in Florida have decreased by 13 cents this week. According to industry watcher GasBuddy, prices in the Miami area decreased by 13 1/2 cents a gallon, or roughly 22 cents less than a month ago and 46 cents less

DeSantis plan to create state parks faces another obstacle with the withdrawal of a golf course backer

Governor of Florida at Ron DeSantis Press Conference – Courtesy: Shutterstock-Photo by YES Market Media Gov. Ron DeSantis’ plan to develop public parks with commercial endeavors, such as golf courses, pickleball courts, and massive hotels, is facing strong resistance from all political stripes. However, a major backer has stepped out, putting the plan on hold.

More Red Lobster locations in Florida are set to close

Red Lobster restaurant – Courtesy: Shutterstock — Tada Images According to a recent article from restaurantbusinessonline.com, Red Lobster plans to close more locations around the US. The company allegedly stated in bankruptcy filings on Thursday that it has turned down leases for 23 failing locations, which it intends to close by August 31. The popular

The exodus of finance corporations to south Florida has left a void at premier schools. Now, Vanderbilt is trying to fill it

Courtesy: Hannan Mohiuddin FPV – Shutterstock – Vanderbilt University Aerial View Vanderbilt University is requesting approval from the local Florida authorities to construct a $520 million campus in the affluent Palm Beach area. This move aims to capitalize on the region’s growth, which is being influenced by the arrival of new financial corporations. The institution,

The largest insurer in Florida claims that a 93% rate increase is necessary

Fountain pen and a property/liability claim form on a clipboard waiting to be completed, filled and signed by a policyholder or insured person – Photo and Caption: William Potter/Shutterstock.com The biggest insurer in Florida has asked for a rate rise of 13.5 percent, but claims that a nearly 93 percent increase is necessary to keep

Three South Florida restaurants are listed among Yelp’s 25 Best New Restaurants in the South

Yelp sticker seen at entrance of restaurant – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Tada Images South Florida boasts warm weather all year round, a beach close by, and some of the greatest new restaurants in the South, according to Yelp. And you believed that life couldn’t get much better here. Based on user evaluations, Yelp’s