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Staff ReportsOctober 8, 2018

In a move that’s big news in Tallahassee’s influence industry, Melissa Joiner Ramba is leaving the Florida Retail Federation (FRF) and going to Floridian Partners, the firm announced Monday. “Having worked with Melissa on retail issues over the last several years, we have been impressed with her victories in the legislative process,” said Charles Dudley, […]

Peter SchorschJuly 4, 2018

Whether it’s lighting up the grill or some bottle rockets, Floridians are expected to bring some weekend flair to a mid-week Fourth of July. AAA – The Auto Club Group forecasts a record-breaking 46.9 million Americans will hit the road between Tuesday and Sunday to celebrate Independence Day, and Orlando once again tops the list […]

Drew WilsonMay 28, 2018

Summertime is here — well, almost. While Memorial Day commemorates the men and women who died while serving in the country’s armed forces, the holiday also marks the unofficial start to summer. And for many people, that means it’s time to start thinking about summer vacation. Nearly 42 million Americans are hitting the road for the long weekend […]

Drew WilsonMay 22, 2018

Lobby firm Floridian Partners may have broken into the seven-figure club during the first three months of 2018. Recently filed compensation reports show the firm brought in at least $750,000 in pay for its legislative and executive lobbying efforts, though top-end estimates show it could have grossed up to $1.4 million during the 90-day reporting […]

Peter SchorschMarch 31, 2018

The vernal equinox has come and gone, and we all know what that means — Easter is here. So grab a basket, don the seersucker and start painting those eggs. The holiday once again made it into April, though just barely. Despite not getting as late a date as last year, Easter is still expected […]

Peter SchorschNovember 23, 2017

It’s time to talk turkey. And stuffing, pie, football and 4 a.m. lines outside your favorite store. Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the winter holiday season; the first stop in a month of non-stop holiday parties and celebrations. It’s also a day for Americans to reflect on what they’re grateful for, something that is especially […]

Peter SchorschApril 15, 2017

Grab your bonnet, pull out the seersucker and get ready for a good-old-fashion Easter egg hunt. Americans are expected to spend about $18.4 billion on Easter this year, according to the National Retail Federation’s annual survey. That projection is 6 percent higher than last year’s record of $17.3 billion and marks an all-time high in […]

Jenna Buzzacco-FoersterMay 29, 2016

Summertime is here — well, unofficially. While Memorial Day commemorates the men and women who died while serving in the country’s armed forces, the holiday also marks the unofficial start of summer. That means baseball games and cookouts; road trips to the state’s theme parks; and a plethora of tourists visiting restaurants, beaches and hotels. […]

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Personnel note: Melissa Joiner Ramba heading to Floridian Partners

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