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UF Economists: Florida’s Consumer Confidence Drops, But Remains High

GAINESVILLE — Although growing pessimism about the national economy caused Florida’s consumer confidence to drop from its record high in May, business conditions remain strong, University of Florida economists report.

Filed under Research, Business, Florida on Tuesday, June 30, 1998.

UF Researcher: Crowded Flights A Boon To This Summer’s Travelers

GAINESVILLE — The cab was late, the kids are starving, two suitcases got left behind and now the ticket agent says your flight to see Grandma in Duluth has been overbooked.

Filed under Research, Business, Family, Florida on Tuesday, June 23, 1998.

Humble Wildflowers Could Be A Money-Saver For State

MONTICELLO—Planting wildflowers along Florida highways could save the state millions of dollars by cutting mowing costs and stabilizing roadside soils, says a University of Florida researcher.

Filed under Research, Business, Florida, Agriculture on Friday, June 19, 1998.

Collectors’ Tactics Can Backfire, Says Author And Law Professor

GAINESVILLE — Creditors trying to collect from debt-mired consumers often employ tactics that prove counterproductive to making a full recovery, says the author of a new book.

Filed under Research, Business, Family, Law on Friday, June 5, 1998.