AAA expects Floridians to travel
TAMPA – AAA projected that 4.65 million Floridians will travel at least 50 miles from home during the Thanksgiving holiday period, which runs from Nov. 25 to Dec. 1.
This marks a 2.6% increase over last year and sets a new record for Thanksgiving travel in the Sunshine State.
“Floridians are embracing the Thanksgiving spirit with record-breaking travel plans this year,” said Debbie Haas, vice president of travel for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “Whether it’s driving across the state or flying across the country, people are making time to connect with loved ones. Even with concerns about flight cancellations, travelers are showing flexibility and resilience and relying most on driving.”
According to INRIX, the afternoons of Nov. 25 and 26 will be the most congested travel times before Thanksgiving. Heavy traffic is expected all day Nov. 30 as travelers return home.
Workers comp rates decreasing
TALLAHASSEE – Florida Insurance Commissioner Mike Yaworsky issued a final order approving a statewide overall rate decrease of 6.9% for workers’ compensation policies.
The reduction, proposed by the National Council on Compensation Insurance, applies to both new and renewal policies effective in Florida starting Jan. 1, 2026.
This marks the ninth consecutive year Florida has lowered these rates, providing significant, sustained relief for employers across the state.
“This rate decrease directly translates to reduced operating costs for businesses, encouraging investment and growth throughout Florida’s economy,” Yaworsky said.
On the web: floir.com
North Tampa Bay events
LAND O’ LAKES – North Tampa Bay Chamber will hold its Annual Meeting and a ribbon cutting.
- The chamber celebrates the past year, welcomes a new board and charts goals during its Annual Meeting from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Dec. 2 at Pasco Hernando State College’s Porter Campus, 2727 Mansfield Blvd., Wesley Chapel. Members pay $25. Others pay $30. Register in advance.
- Members celebrate the grand opening of RoofElite from 4 to 7 p.m. Dec. 4 at 19002 1st St. S.W., Lutz. The ribbon will be cut at 4:30 p.m.
Visit northtampabaychamber.com for details about the chamber and events.
Greater Pasco events
NEW PORT RICHEY – Greater Pasco Chamber members will host a Medical Roundtable and Hudson Business & Brochure Exchange.
- Adam Shumaker facilitates the latest Medical Roundtable from 8 to 9 a.m. Dec. 4 at Morton Plant North Bay Hospital, 6600 Madison St., New Port Richey. Register in advance.
- Members exchange business materials during the Hudson Business & Brochure Exchange from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 4 at Vitality Living Baypoint Village, 7927 State Road 52, Hudson. Members get in free. Food costs $14. Register in advance.
Visit greaterpasco.com for details about the chamber and events.
East Pasco events
DADE CITY – East Pasco Chamber members will host Coffee & Networking.
- Members meet up for Coffee & Networking from 8 to 9 a.m. Dec. 2 at the chamber’s Dade City location (14112 8th St.). Register in advance.
Visit eastpascochamber.org for details about the chamber and events.
