Workplace & HR in Florida Higher Ed: A new opinion piece urges educators to protect sanity and purpose as higher education faces political attacks and the emotional grind of equity work. Public Safety & Local Governance: Palm Beach County commissioners are weighing a municipal service taxing unit (MSTU) that could add a dedicated line item for law enforcement funding in unincorporated areas. School Leadership & Staffing: Two new principals are set to lead Acreage Pines and Golden Grove Elementary as Palm Beach County prepares for the Aug. 10 school year. Data Centers & Cost Pressure: Trump expanded a pledge with governors and utilities aimed at shielding consumers from higher utility bills tied to AI data centers—an affordability flashpoint for voters. Local Elections & Accountability: A special prosecutor says probable cause exists to pursue impeachment of Kissimmee Mayor Espinosa over a COVID-era business grant program. Courts & Compliance: A Sumter County detective was arrested and fired after alleged misuse of law enforcement databases for personal reasons. Housing & Development: Collier County leaders urged Project Gateway’s partners to withdraw a planned townhouse project after neighbors objected, with the group seeking other sites. Community Hiring/Recognition: MedFast Urgent Care named an employee of the month for leadership and patient-care support in Melbourne.