AGP Executive Report
Last update: 22 minutes agoBack-to-school savings: Florida’s month-long sales tax “holiday” kicks off Monday, July 20, running through Aug. 20, with tax breaks on select clothing ($100 or less), school supplies ($50 or less), learning aids ($30 or less), and certain computers/accessories ($1,500 or less). Commuter options: Brightline is bringing back multi-ride passes for South Florida trips between West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale, with per-ride pricing dropping sharply at higher ride bundles. Weather watch: A Gulf low is expected to boost rain chances over the weekend into early next week, with heavier downpours and possible localized flooding along the Gulf Coast and Big Bend. Public safety & health: Florida’s unemployment rate fell to 4.7% in June, while officials continue tracking the “explosive” diarrhea parasite cyclospora as cases rise. Local life: Hillsborough Fire Rescue Chief Jason Dougherty was named Florida Fire Chief of the Year, and a Gainesville deputy helped rescue 11 ducklings from a storm drain. Legal/politics: A judge dismissed a bid to remove Rep. Cory Mills from the GOP primary ballot.
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