Internet sales tax to be required for out-of-state retailers – Until this year, Florida Legislature refused to require out-of-state retailers to pay a sales tax on Internet purchases. The bill proposing the tax reform could generate $400 million per year, but would be offset by the manufacturers’ tax break, resulting in $151 million in savings for consumers. The Gainesville Sun

$106,000 in scholarships to be provided to high school seniors – The Education Foundation of Alachua County will provide $106,000 in scholarships to the high school graduating class of 2013. Students can now check their scholarship application statuses online. The Gainesville Sun

Postal Service plans to end Saturday mail service – The US Postal Service says it will end its Saturday mail service but will continue to deliver packages. In an announcement scheduled for Wednesday, the Postal Service is expected to say the Saturday cutback would begin in August. Tampa Bay Times

Scott introduces four-year tuition plan – Gov. Rick Scott’s “Finish in Four” plan would keep college tuition rates at the same price during students’ first four years of college. The plan would serve as an incentive for students to graduate in four years. The Independent Florida Alligator

Obama to visit Israel in spring – President Obama plans to visit Israel this spring for the first time since he took office. Obama hopes the visit will show his support for Israel and also improve the relationship with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel. The New York Times