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Moving to a new state can be daunting – but in Florida, it’s all about the people and resources you connect with that make life here so special. Cultural diversity in Florida transcends social interactions to business ones as you discover a melting pot of thinkers, doers, leaders and future friends. There’s always a way to meet new people and build new business opportunities, whether it’s attending events or pursuing further education or training. Florida culture is made for mingling, so settle into your new home and start filling up your dance card.

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From crystal clear rivers and seashell-covered beaches to family-friendly escapes and community building, Florida will tickle you in more ways than one.
Florida News You'll Use
Keep up-to-date with news and happenings in Florida.

Economy
Florida Named No. 1 Economy in Latest U.S. News & World Report Rankings
Florida was again named the nation’s best economy by U.S. News & World Report. The Sunshine State also ranked No. 2 in education and No. 9 in fiscal stability, helping it earn the No. 6 spot overall in the most recent rankings.
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headquarters
Lane Valente Industries opens southern headquarters in Charlotte County
Lane Valente Industries (LVI) opened its southern headquarters near Punta Gorda Airport in Southwest Florida. LVI provides construction services, remodels, design services, energy services and facility maintenance services for companies and has a presence in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and Canada. The company will hire 30 new team members at the new facility in […]
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distribution
Georgia-Pacific announces $83 million expansion of Palatka facility
Georgia-Pacific announced it plans to build a 400,000-square-foot warehouse at its paper products mill in Northeast Florida as part of an $83 million investment. Georgia-Pacific said the warehouse in Palatka will create 20 jobs and enhance product storage and shipping capabilities.
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aviation
New manufacturing project set to create 40 jobs in Bay County
Oxford Technologies Corporation will be establishing a manufacturing operation in Northwest Florida. Oxford Technologies creates parts for the Black Hawk rotor blade and are a key contributor to Sikorsky Aircraft. The company will make a capital investment of more than $7.5 million and create 40 new jobs in Bay County.
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