Florida Media & Awards: Jacksonville Today (WJCT) won a national 2026 Nonprofit News Award for its four-part investigation “The Show Must Go On,” examining what officials knew about misconduct at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts. Real Estate Marketing Tech: Vero Premier Properties says it’s using AI wealth intelligence to reach cash-heavy luxury buyers who don’t start on public portals. Luxury Brokerage Expansion: Premier Sotheby’s International Realty opened a Hendersonville, N.C., office, signaling continued luxury growth and Florida-to-Carolinas network expansion. Branding & Public Messaging: Florida approved $2.75M to rebrand Palm Beach International Airport after Trump’s veto pen moment—covering signage, marketing updates, and passenger systems. AI in Media Engagement: Streann Media is pushing Multiview plus AI fan engagement for World Cup streaming, aiming to turn passive viewers into interactive communities. Legal/PR Fallout: Broward school board member Adam Cervera sued a consultant over alleged defamation tied to campaign texts and a website. Consumer/Restaurant Buzz: A lawsuit alleges Red Lobster’s “Endless Shrimp” was a scheme tied to Thai Union’s self-dealing ahead of bankruptcy. Local Growth & Housing: Belleair Development Group seeks approval to add about 116 townhomes to Terraces at 87th in St. Petersburg, with a key Aug. 5 review step.