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The Florida Museum of Natural History has officially opened its new “Beverly and Jon Thompson Discovery Zone”, an exciting, interactive, and free permanent exhibit showcasing a diverse range of educational science-based entertainment and activities for children to age 8 and their caregivers. The exhibit features developmentally appropriate components focused on teaching about the world around...

Nearly seven years after a statewide database was created to encourage safer prescribing and to reduce opiate abuse and diversion, the number of emergency medicine providers who use the system remains low, University of Florida Health researchers have found. In Florida, the stakes are enormous: State officials reported 2,530 prescription drug overdose deaths in 2015....

The FL SUN Alachua Solar Co-op Selection Committee has selected Gainesville-based Power Production Management, Inc.’s (PPM) bid to install solar panels for Cooperative members. The Committee chose PPM over 11 other firms. through a competitive bidding process. Michael Collins, PPM Market Analyst/Sales, states that they are very excited and humbled to be the solar contractor...

James Moore & Company (James Moore) has been given the 2017 Top Wealth Advisory Firm award from HK Financial Services (HKFS). James Moore was selected in recognition of its commitment and dedication to its clients.   Involving a CPA firm in the wealth management discussion brings a tax planning perspective to the discussion, resulting in...

Erika Tonnelier, of do-it-yourself art studio Corks & Colors Studio on 3415 W University Ave., has owned the seven-year-old business since July of 2016. While she cannot imagine working anywhere else, Gainesville-native Tonnelier did not always plan to run a small business. Tonnelier attended the University of Florida to study sociology and environmental sustainability. After...

A University of Florida Health orthopaedic surgeon is one of two nationally to perform the first computer-assisted shoulder replacement surgery in the U.S. using a new technology allowing live navigation of the operative site. The technology, ExactechGPS Total Shoulder Application, provides the surgeon with a real-time 3-D computer model of a patient’s shoulder during surgery....

There has been no better time than now to be a woman in business. It is no secret that women entrepreneurs are crushing it when it comes to starting businesses. Yet, for all of their enthusiasm and passion, they still lag when it comes to critical indicators for long-term success. While there are many societal...

Online marketplace and hospitality service, Airbnb, recently released data indicating the meaningful economic impact of home sharing during major college commencement ceremonies throughout Florida. For graduation weekends throughout the state, local Airbnb host communities expanded lodging capacity and offered affordable rates for visiting families and loved ones. With hotels often selling out due to the...

The Business Report recently met up with Anita Anantharam, MBA, PhD to find out more about LeaderLync, a business she launched in order to better allow college students to develop, track, and demonstrate the skills needed to ensure their professional success.   TBR: In layman’s terms for those who do not yet know about LeaderLync,...

The Business Report recently met up with Anita Anantharam, MBA, PhD to find out more about LeaderLync, a business she launched in order to better allow college students to develop, track, and demonstrate the skills needed to ensure their professional success. TBR: In layman’s terms for those who do not yet know about LeaderLync, will...