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Economy

Shrinking unemployment raises hopes, questions
Reaction to the seemingly good news that unemployment dropped in September to 7.8 percent, highlighting just how cynical people have become.
Daytona Beach News-Journal
Volusia-Flagler economy needs more manufacturing
Now what Volusia and Flagler counties need are more policies and incentives to boost the manufacturing sector in the two-county region.
Daytona Beach News-Journal

Elections

For House Districts 49, 50, 43
We endorse Marco Pena in District 49, Sean Ashby in District 50 and Art Otero in District 43.
Orlando Sentinel
Presidential debate fantasy vs. reality TV
Wednesday’s performance was just the latest evidence that it’s past time to trade in the tired 1960 debate model for something new.
Florida Today
Maxwell: Obama needs a campaign revamp, Jimmy Buffett-style
I've taken the liberty of providing some inspirational new lyrics to one of Jimmy's best-known tunes.
Orlando Sentinel
In House Districts 45, 47
We endorse Linda Stewart in House District 47 and Randolph Bracy III in House District 45.
Orlando Sentinel
Make a choice on corruption
A critical issue on which to judge local and state candidates this year: Public corruption — preventing it, investigating it, prosecuting it.
Florida Today
Romney dominates debate, reinvigorates his campaign
The almost universal verdict was that Romney won the televised debate — by a lopsided decision but not by a knockout.
Daytona Beach News-Journal

Culture

Stover: Playhouse renovation boosts its appeal
Last Sunday night, I strolled into the renovated Cocoa Village Playhouse and plopped down into one of the new cushioned seats.
Florida Today
Reed: Where politics rules the TV kit
The menu included Florida politics and asparagus rolled in pancetta on the set of “Live with Lori,” a new locally based cooking show.
Florida Today
Reed: Where politics rules the TV kitchen
“Live with Lori,” is a new locally based cooking program on the Sun Sports Network that features talk with Florida political figures.
Florida Today

Florida Politics

Reed: Where politics rules the TV kit
The menu included Florida politics and asparagus rolled in pancetta on the set of “Live with Lori,” a new locally based cooking show.
Florida Today
Reed: Where politics rules the TV kitchen
“Live with Lori,” is a new locally based cooking program on the Sun Sports Network that features talk with Florida political figures.
Florida Today

Local Government

Kassab: Soccer stadium? Bring it on. Just don't ask me to pay
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs haven't ruled out the idea of using tax money for a soccer stadium.
Orlando Sentinel
Flagler should join push to ease school impact fees
Flagler County officials don't all agree on the best way to stimulate a sector of their economy that helped build the county's cities.
Daytona Beach News-Journal

Sports

Kassab: Soccer stadium? Bring it on. Just don't ask me to pay
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs haven't ruled out the idea of using tax money for a soccer stadium.
Orlando Sentinel

Taxes and Fees

Flagler should join push to ease school impact fees
Flagler County officials don't all agree on the best way to stimulate a sector of their economy that helped build the county's cities.
Daytona Beach News-Journal

Letter To The Editor

Titusville...

Florida Today

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Orlando Sentinel

Only food can be bought — not toilet tissue, soap, alcohol or cigarettes – on a food assistance card. The government uses one card for both. To...

Hernando Today

Only food can be bought — not toilet tissue, soap, alcohol or cigarettes – on a food assistance card. The government uses one card for both. To...

Hernando Today

Only food can be bought — not toilet tissue, soap, alcohol or cigarettes – on a food assistance card. The government uses one card for both. To...

Hernando Today

Only food can be bought — not toilet tissue, soap, alcohol or cigarettes – on a food assistance card. The government uses one card for both. To...

Hernando Today

Only food can be bought — not toilet tissue, soap, alcohol or cigarettes – on a food assistance card. The government uses one card for both. To...

Hernando Today

Op Ed

As much pain as this...

Orlando Sentinel
Birds of a Different Feather
To Help Florida Businesses, Stop Excessive Taxes on Reinsurance
Civility in Public Life: What Can Floridians Do About It?
Cost of Cuts to Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
Once We Know How to Learn, We’re Off and Running
Watching the Debates Through the Lens of Small Business
Statewide Momentum Growing for Ethics Reform
Florida Bar Should Stay Out of Judicial Politics
Holding Judges Accountable
“E-Cigs” Industry Group Provides Model for Self-Regulation
Amendment 8 Would Open Door to Government-Sponsored Religion
Truth About Feral Cats
Back-to-School With Severe Allergies: Keeping Children Safe
Check Records of Florida’s Supreme Court Justices
Top 10 Reasons to Vote
Florida Alimony Laws
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