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Major Florida grower to end citrus operations after years of hurricanes

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www.abcactionnews.com – Associated Press – 2025-01-07 10:56:00

SUMMARY: Alico Inc., a major citrus grower in Florida, announced it will cease its citrus operations after this year’s harvest due to severe challenges from hurricanes and tree diseases, with production dropping 73% over the last decade. The Fort Myers-based company, which owns over 53,000 acres in Florida, will manage around 3,400 citrus acres through 2026 via third-party caretakers. Alico will also develop a portion of its land for commercial and residential projects. The decision will lead to layoffs of up to 172 employees, highlighting broader declines in Florida’s citrus production driven by disease and recent hurricanes.

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The best used all-wheel-drive cars you can get for under $25,000

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www.clickorlando.com – Josh Jacquot, Associated Press – 2025-01-08 05:43:00

SUMMARY: All-wheel drive (AWD) offers peace of mind for driving in snowy conditions, complementing winter tires. AWD vehicles have become common over the past 20 years, with various models now affordable. Edmunds lists AWD cars under $25,000, highlighting the luxury BMW 3 and 4 Series, electric Tesla Model 3, compact Subaru Impreza, Mazda 3, and midsize Nissan Altima. The BMWs are sport-luxury options, the Tesla offers modern tech, while the Impreza is practical and reliable. The Mazda 3 stands out for its design and driving pleasure, and the Altima features strong tech capabilities. Each vehicle meets diverse AWD needs.

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CNN defamation trial comes at a rough time for legacy media — and for the struggling network

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www.news4jax.com – David Bauder, Associated Press – 2025-01-07 23:21:00

SUMMARY: CNN is facing a defamation trial in Florida involving Navy veteran Zachary Young, who claims the network harmed his business by depicting him in a story about smuggling Afghans. Young asserts that the use of the term “black market” suggested criminality, negatively impacting his reputation. CNN acknowledged an error but maintains it reported fairly. This trial comes amid a challenging climate for legacy media and may set a precedent for press accountability. Legal experts warn that the case could expose damaging internal communications and highlight the media’s declining public support, complicating CNN’s defense.

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Gas up and get medical pot? Florida officials, judge nix plans

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www.clickorlando.com – Dara Kam – 2025-01-07 18:07:00

SUMMARY: An administrative law judge ruled that state regulators acted correctly in denying Green Thumb Industries’ (GTI) request to open medical-marijuana dispensaries adjacent to Circle K stores in Florida. Office of Medical Marijuana Use Director Christopher Kimball rejected the proposals due to concerns about safety, security, and compliance with state law, asserting proximity to convenience stores posed risks such as increased crime and accessibility for minors. GTI argued that there are no restrictions in Florida law against such locations, highlighting previous approvals for similar dispensaries. An additional case regarding a separate Ocala location is also pending review.

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