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Unemployment rate down, but many still looking for jobs
By Breanna Maye on February 14th, 2013 | Last updated: February 14, 2013 at 2:48 pm
The national unemployment rate is dropping, and Florida’s unemployment rate is down as well, but many people are still searching for jobs. Employers provide tips for those looking.
Gas prices continue to increase
By Carolyn Brewster on February 7th, 2013 | Last updated: February 7, 2013 at 5:24 pm
Gas prices in Florida increased 14 cents over just one week, making the average Florida price for gas higher than the national level. Experts blame low supply, refinery maintenance, economic optimism and the annual switch from the winter blend to the summer blend, which costs more to produce.
Marion County board approves FedEx Ground hub
By Maggie Schwartzman on February 5th, 2013 | Last updated: February 5, 2013 at 6:02 pm
The Marion County Board of County Commisioners approved a plan to finance a FedEx Ground hub in Ocala. The Ocala City Council is still in discussion about its part of the plan.
Florida-based convenience store chain raises $1 million for children’s hospital
By Jessica Kegu on February 5th, 2013 | Last updated: February 6, 2013 at 8:50 pm
S and S Food Stores and its employees presented a check worth $1,028,164.97 to the Children’s Miracle Network and Shands at UF Tuesday.
Florida gas prices will continue to rise, says AAA spokesman
By Erik Ugartachea on February 4th, 2013 | Last updated: February 4, 2013 at 3:12 pm
Gas prices jumped in the past week and are expected to continue rising over the next few months.
Marion County officials discuss possible FedEx hub
By Sarah Brand on February 1st, 2013 | Last updated: February 5, 2013 at 1:36 pm
FedEx and the Ocala Board of Commissioners are discussing details of a potential FedEx hub that would be constructed in Ocala. The site for the project is a park located along Interstate 75.
New Wal-Mart Super Center opens in Gainesville
By Morgan Falcon on February 1st, 2013 | Last updated: February 2, 2013 at 2:12 pm
A new Wal-Mart Super Center has opened in Gainesville on Northwest 23rd Street. With the new store’s opening, the Wal-Mart on Northwest 13th Street, which was open for 30 years, closed.
Sawmill to bring 350 permanent jobs to Suwannee County
By Maggie Schwartzman on February 1st, 2013 | Last updated: February 1, 2013 at 2:29 pm
A new sawmill set to be built in Live Oak will provide 350 permanent jobs to Suwannee County. The mill property was purchased and cleared using funds from a county revenue surplus.
New Wal-Mart Supercenter opens Friday, other location closes
By Jennifer Mesika on January 31st, 2013 | Last updated: January 31, 2013 at 5:21 pm
After 30 years of business in Gainesville, the Wal-Mart at 2649 NW 13th St. will close Thursday and a Wal-Mart Supercenter will open at 5700 NW 23rd St. on Friday.
Hawthorne economy struggling a year after Georgia-Pacific plant closing
By Amanda Wood on January 31st, 2013 | Last updated: January 31, 2013 at 3:34 pm
More than a year after the closing of the Georgia-Pacific plywood mill in the small town of Hawthorne, Fla., the city is still experiencing tough economic times.
