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UF survey: Personal finance concerns cause dip in consumer confidence

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Consumer confidence in Florida fell two points this month, reflecting widespread concerns about personal finances, University of Florida economists said today.

Filed under Business, Florida, Research on Tuesday, April 24, 2001.

Golf ball-sized snail is critical link in Everglades restoration

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The success of the $7.8 billion Everglades restoration project may rest on the apple snail — a golf ball-sized creature that is a key component of the food chain, say researchers from the University of Florida and two Florida water management districts.

Filed under Environment, Florida, Research on Thursday, April 19, 2001.