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Maxwell: Hardball politics back at Disney?
In recent weeks, we have seen Disney try to bully, muscle and buy the public policy it wants.
Orlando Sentinel
Cerabino: Suggestions for how Disney World can align more with its GOP dollars
1. Put a big fence around your Mexico attraction in Epcot. ... 10. Expand the use of firearms in the park.
Palm Beach Post
Lessons to take from tourism survey
Polk County is doing a pretty good job of providing places that could attract tourists and visitors but there is still room for improvement.
Fort Meade Leader
Channelside needs fixing, fast
Tampa and the Tampa Port Authority need to apply pressure to speed a decision on who will manage the beleaguered Channelside Bay Plaza.
Tampa Bay Times
Privatize Navarre's fishing pier
The Navarre Beach fishing pier is no end of trouble.
Northwest Florida Daily News
A real, authentic slogan to attract visitors to Manatee County
We've got a new slogan, a simple three-word branding gimmick that has a certain appeal: "Real. Authentic. Florida."
Bradenton Herald
Good luck, DeLuna Fest
It’s more than a festival. It’s a positive event that helps market the area.
Pensacola News-Journal
Southwest Florida is getting more attention for its arts
Southwest Florida's museums, galleries and theaters are earning more respect — even status as tourist attractions.
Naples Daily News
Pasco should walk away from Porter family partnership
Pasco County could be looking for a new teammate as it seeks to expand its position amid sports tourism attractions.
Tampa Bay Times
Replace needle with a new beach attraction
Many will be sad to see the iconic Space Needle by the Daytona Beach Pier torn down this week. We hate to see it go, too.
Daytona Beach News-Journal
Sparkling Bradenton Area Convention Center looks promising as economic driver
The 18-month project arrives none too soon, years after community and public leaders realized the aging building could no longer compete well.
Bradenton Herald
Straz Performing Arts Center a vital resource for the people
The center, with an estimated annual economic impact of $110 million, illustrates the benefits of investing strategically in bettering the community.
Tampa Tribune
Changes would make beach driving even safer
Changes in the rules for beach driving appear to have paid off. But more changes may be needed.
Daytona Beach News-Journal
Rental-go-round
As officials in Holmes Beach and Anna Maria struggle to respond to complaints about vacation rentals, more fingers have been pointed.
Anna Maria Island Sun
Parasailing regulation is needed
While she was flying suspended from a parachute being towed by a speedboat, she somehow slipped from her harness and plunged 150 feet to her death.
South Florida Sun-Sentinel
More for less
Alachua County commissioners want to build a new fairgrounds north of the Gainesville Regional Airport.
Gainesville Sun
Name of the game: heads in beds boost economy
Just as the long-awaited restoration of downtown Bradenton's landmark hotel is set to begin comes other hopeful signs of more progress.
Bradenton Herald

Letter To The Editor

Keep local beaches clean

 

While walking...

Daytona Beach News-Journal
Why weren't AMI beaches cleaned quickly of seaweed?

 

...
Bradenton Herald
New pier rendering, same old problem

 

The Times...

Tampa Bay Times
Pier concept needs more than a tweak

 

The "giant canopy," where it is said everything from a beer garden to...

Tampa Bay Times
Warnings about strong currents are needed

Anyone who lives in Pass-a-Grille will often tell you we live in paradise, but our lovely neighborhood and pristine beaches give a false sense of...

Tampa Bay Times
Florida manatees: Do not disturb

Encouraging manatees to approach boat docks is a bad idea since watercraft are a significant contributor to manatee injury and mortality. Manatees...

Gainesville Sun
Brush with tragedy

That evening as I sat down with a sandwich and turned on the television, there was footage of Wallenda's tragic fall. It was one of those moments...

Sarasota Herald-Tribune
Reinforcing need for beach safety

So parents, please, please, please do what it takes to stay alert and keep your children out of harm's way when on the beach.

Daytona Beach News-Journal

Op Ed

County's skybox use a waste-free, good investment

Both the Minnesota Twins and Boston Red Sox have very large fan bases, and Lee County made a substantial investment to bring — and keep — these...

News Press of Fort Myers
Citizens pushed aside in pier planning

Proponents of the Lens, including St. Petersburg Mayor Bill Foster and most City Council members, claim that the Lens is the result of a process...

Tampa Bay Times
Manatee and Sarasota Tourism Getting Boost from Sports
Destination Resorts Will Jumpstart Florida's Economy
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Should Florida expand casino gambling?
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A Marlins Fan No More
Upside of Florida's "Trashy" Rankings
Corporate Hand-outs Take From The Mouths of Babes
Bondi Sides With BP Against Gulf Coast Businesses, Citizens
After Body Blows to Water Policy, Some Encouraging Words

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