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Mitch PerryAugust 2, 2016

A constitutional amendment on this month’s primary ballot, which would give commercial property owners a tax break when they install renewable energy devices, has not faced any opposition to date. Until now. Conservative activist Jason Hoyt announced the creation of “Stop Playing Favorites Political Action Committee “(Stop Playing Favorites PAC) on Monday, which he brands […]

Staff ReportsAugust 1, 2016

There are just a few weeks until the election, and organizations across the state are rolling out endorsements for state and federal candidates. Several organizations — including the Conservative Leadership PAC, the National Organization for Women in Florida, and Florida REALTORS PAC — issued endorsements. — The International Association of Firefighters and the Florida Professional […]

Staff ReportsJuly 26, 2016

There are just a few weeks until the election, and organizations across the state are rolling out endorsements for state and federal candidates. Several organizations — including the National Association of REALTORS, Florida Medical Association and the National Rifle Association — issued endorsements. — Gainesville Mayor Lauren Poe has thrown his support behind Patrick Murphy. […]

Staff ReportsJuly 15, 2016

There’s just a few weeks until the election, and organizations across the state are rolling out endorsements for state and federal candidates. Several organizations — including the Republican Liberty Caucus of Florida, Florida State Lodge Fraternal Order of Police, and Ruth’s List Florida — issued endorsements this week. — More than six dozen Southwest Florida […]

Jenna Buzzacco-FoersterJuly 8, 2016

There’s less than two months until Floridians start casting votes, and organizations across the state are rolling out endorsements for state and federal candidates. Several organizations — including the Republican Liberty Caucus of Florida, the National Federation of Independent Business, and the Florida Chamber of Commerce — issued endorsements this week. — Florida Parents Against […]

Drew WilsonJuly 1, 2016

Consumers are expected to spend more than $7 billion celebrating Independence Day this year, according to a new survey released by the National Retail Federation. The total slightly edges out 2015’s record-setting numbers, when consumers spent an average of $71.23 celebrating the holiday. “Floridians will celebrate Independence Day this year by spending in record numbers, […]

Staff ReportsJune 24, 2016

Don Hahnfeldt received the backing of the Florida Medical Association in his bid for House District 33. The FMA PAC, the political arm of the Florida Medical Association, made the endorsement. “The FMA PAC is proud to endorse Commissioner Don Hahnfeldt for the Florida House. As a commissioner in Sumter County representing The Villages, he has a unique […]

Mitch PerryJune 20, 2016

Democrat Dianne Hart has received the endorsement of the Florida Retail Federation PAC in the race for the Florida House District 61 seat. “As a small business owner and retailer for more than 30 years, Dianne Hart knows how important our industry is to the success of our state, and will do her part to support her […]

Drew WilsonJune 17, 2016

Father’s Day spending is poised to hit a record high, according to a new survey released by the National Retail Federation. “Father’s Day serves as an informal kickoff to the summer shopping season, and we expect it to be a record-setting start statewide,” said Florida Retail Federation President/CEO Randy Miller. “More Florida families are feeling […]

Drew WilsonMay 19, 2016

The Florida Retail Federation will name a Tallahassee businesswoman the “2016 Florida Retailer of the Year” during an awards luncheon June 9 in St. Petersburg. Lisa Mergel, owner of Kanvas Spa & Boutique, will be presented with the award at the Vinoy Renaissance Hotel next month, and businesswomen Kristen Keen of Jacksonville and Debbie Farah […]

Tag: Florida Retail Federation

New group emerges to oppose Amendment 4 solar measure on this month’s ballot

Endorsement Watch: Conservative Leadership PAC, Florida Realtors, National Organization for Women in Florida, and others issue endorsements

Endorsement watch: Florida Medical Association, NRA, Florida Retail Federation and others issue endorsements

Endorsement watch: Republican Liberty Caucus of Florida, Ruth’s List, Fraternal Order of Police and others issue endorsements

Endorsement watch: Florida Parents Against Common Core, Republican Liberty Caucus of Florida, Florida Retail Federation and others issue endorsements

Barbecues, fireworks and travel boost expected Independence Day spending to record $7 billion

Endorsement Watch: Florida Retail Federation, Florida Chamber of Commerce, Florida Medical Association, and others issue endorsements

Florida Retail Federation PAC endorses Dianne Hart in HD 61 race

Retailers expect record Father’s Day spending in Florida

Florida Retail Federation to honor Retailer of the Year June 9 in St. Pete