AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEducation Update: Gov. Ron DeSantis says Florida hit a new milestone, with more than 60% of students scoring on or above grade level in both reading/ELA and math. Animal Health & Agriculture: Florida adopted emergency rules to brace for the New World screwworm, tightening animal import requirements and inspections to protect cattle. Local Transit: Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority plans a new 727 express bus to Tampa International Airport starting in October, using the Howard Frankland Bridge express lanes. Healthcare Partnership: Baptist Health South Florida and Amazon One Medical are teaming up to expand coordinated primary and specialty care across the region. Business & Growth: Babcock Ranch celebrated the opening of Curry Commerce Center, a large mixed-use commercial complex aimed at attracting new employers. Retail Expansion: SALT LIFE opened a new Sanibel Island store as part of a broader coastal retail push. Water & Tech Debate: A Florida op-ed warns data centers could strain the state’s water supply, pointing to the Floridan Aquifer’s importance. Economy & Travel Costs: Gas prices in Florida rose week over week amid oil-market jitters tied to the Iran conflict.
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