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Gubernatorial candidates divided on cure for economy

TALLAHASSEE — Florida’s three leading contenders for governor are divided on how to kick-start the state’s stalled economy, particularly on how to dole out tax incentives to business groups and industries. While Democrat Alex Sink and Republican Paula Dockery both…

Jobless tax changes may come quickly

TALLAHASSEE — House Speaker Larry Cretul laid out a plan Thursday for delaying a big increase in the state’s unemployment compensation tax — a move business groups have been demanding saying the boost is sure to spark more job layoffs.…

Consumer confidence growing

TALLAHASSEE — Despite unemployment not seen in 30 years, consumer confidence in Florida may be on the rise, at least temporarily. The University of Florida's Bureau of Economic and Business Research released its latest survey Tuesday saying consumer confidence has…

Crist calls for corporate tax cut

TALLAHASSEE — With Florida unemployment at a 36-year high, Gov. Charlie Crist on Tuesday called for scaling back the state’s corporate income tax as a means of keeping cash in struggling companies. Speaking at a pipe manufacturer in Panama City,…

Leaders look for unemployment tax fix

TALLAHASSEE — Business groups clamoring to block a big increase in the state’s unemployment compensation tax got a boost Thursday from Gov. Charlie Crist and legislative leaders. Without offering a plan, Crist, House Speaker Larry Cretul and Senate President Jeff…

Hotel Duval Signs Shula’s Steak House

News & Notes from around Tallahassee Hotel Duval has signed Shula’s Steak House as its anchor restaurant. Named in honor of Hall of Fame Coach Don Shula, the winningest coach in NFL history, Shula’s 347 will open in March with…