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Python Challenge Win: Tom Rahill, founder of the veterans-focused nonprofit Swamp Apes, used electronic bicycles to reach deeper into Everglades National Park and won the 2026 Florida Python Challenge, removing 96 Burmese pythons for the $10,000 grand prize. Veterans to Trucking Jobs: A Florida-linked trucking initiative, Freedom Haulers, is pitching a faster path for veterans to get commercial driver’s licenses and fill CDL roles. Police Surveillance Fight: Flock Safety is losing municipal contracts as cities cite privacy and data governance concerns; in Florida, St. Petersburg’s Flock cameras have faced vandalism amid ongoing debate over license plate reader use. Local Elections & Governance: Brevard voters are preparing for the Aug. 18 primary, with reminders on Florida’s closed primary rules and how the governor/lieutenant governor “one choice” works. Land Use Policy: House Bill 399 would change how local governments approve zoning and development, including new rules that generally require manufactured/modular homes be allowed where site-built homes are. Courts & Money: A court ordered a forensic review of $6.7M in disputed Conch & Coconut revenue tied to a Bahamas tourism business involving a Florida corporation. Back to School & Nonprofits: South Florida nonprofits are helping families prepare for back-to-school season, as school starts and costs rise. Civil Rights in Florida: Hamburger Mary’s Orlando says it will appeal a federal ruling allowing Florida to enforce limits on minors attending drag performances. Tech in Transportation: Gov. DeSantis announced Florida will become a national hub for testing ultralight electric aircraft, with a Polk County track slated for end-of-year testing. Property Taxes: Florida’s property tax amendment is again in the spotlight, with questions about funding impacts for first responders and potential court challenges.

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Aug. 10, 2026

All South finishes lightning protection at nine Florida schools before classes start

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Aug. 7, 2026

INB adds Florida trucking executive Stephen Disney to board

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Aug. 7, 2026

ASIG wins 2026 Best of Florida award for private investigation firms

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Aug. 5, 2026

Petty Marsh narrows focus to South Florida nonprofit search as Palm Beach County grows

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Florida’s Best Back to School Story Yet & Saving Grace for Voter ID – Top 3

Florida’s Best Back to School Story Yet & Saving Grace for Voter ID – Top 3

Collaboratory to host AI Fridays workshop for Southwest Florida businesses

Collaboratory to host AI Fridays workshop for Southwest Florida businesses

Brevard Voters Prepare for Florida’s August 18 Primary Election

Brevard Voters Prepare for Florida’s August 18 Primary Election

LGBTQ Agenda: Hamburger Mary’s Orlando plans US Supreme Court appeal of Florida law targeting drag performances

LGBTQ Agenda: Hamburger Mary’s Orlando plans US Supreme Court appeal of Florida law targeting drag performances

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Governor Ron DeSantis Highlights Florida's One-of-a-Kind Facility to Advance the Future of Transportation

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Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried on Byron Donalds’ Closing Ad

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Governor makes 13 judicial appointments in July

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Big-Money Fishing Tournaments Make a Splash on Florida’s Historic Coast

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Safe Pro Surpasses $5M in Drone-Powered AI Orders for Threat Detection & Mapping Following Government Contract Awards

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Golden State in the spotlight: Governor Newsom announces nine new TV projects – including iconic reboots, sequels, and star-studded dramas – to launch second year of California’s expanded tax credit program

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