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Florida lobbyists piled up fees in 2013

TALLAHASSEE — When the legislative session started in March, it was prime time for Florida lobbyists. And newly filed reports show the industry cashed in during the first three months of the year, with at least four lobbying firms collecting…

Southwest Airlines is coming to Pensacola

Pensacola Mayor Ashton Hayward announced today that Southwest Airlines would begin service at Pensacola International Airport (PNS) later this year. Pensacola International is currently served by AirTran Airways, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Southwest. In 2011, Southwest completed the purchase of…

Plan approved to help business

TALLAHASSEE — A business-friendly unemployment compensation measure similar to a proposal by Gov. Rick Scott was approved Thursday by a House committee, promising lower taxes on employers a shorter payout period, and new requirements for workers seeking job benefits. The…