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Presents information on novelty postcards featuring fruits grown in Florida. Definition of snowbirds; Titles of postcards issued; Postcards made of wood.

The article reports that state Senate of Florida is expected to pass a law that would make it a moving violation to place depictions of male genitalia on a vehicle. It notes that the law apparently targets the novelty plastic gonads, called "Truck Nutz," that dangle from trailer hitches and are seen most often attached to sport utility vehicles (SUV) and pickup trucks. It adds that violators will be fined $60.

This article reports that the microwave category took its share of the spotlight at the International Builders' Show in Florida. The category was led by Sharp Electronics Corp.'s long-awaited oven in a drawer. Other novelties included KitchenAid trim kits to permit near-universal placement of one model, and more Sharp Insight ranges with microwave ovens. The Insight Pro Microwave Drawer was unveiled here and will ship next month. It's a 30-inch-wide stand-alone version of the microwave compartment in the Insight ranges. Model KB-6015K offers sensor technology, touch controls with liquid-crystal display, large window, integrated handle and — essential for an undercounter appliance — a child lock.

Reports that Ricky's Inc., the New York-based emporium of beauty and novelty items, has opened its first store outside of New York City, in the South Beach section of Miami, Florida, in March 2004. Estimated retail area; Comments from Todd Kenig, owner of Ricky's Urban Groove, on the number of stores operated by the company in New York and Miami; Plans for more expansion in 2004.