Property Tax Amendment Fallout: Florida’s proposed Amendment 3 could cut public services and shift costs onto renters as non-homesteaded property taxes rise, raising fears for low-income residents and families who rely on local programs. Student Finance & Credit Union Giving: GTE Financial awarded $3,000 scholarships to 27 Tampa Bay area young adults, including students pursuing nursing and veterinary paths, as the program marks its 15th anniversary. Coastal Risk Research Funding: USF’s College of Marine Science received $1.5 million to upgrade coastal hazard forecasting, including tools for hurricanes, storm surge, and red tide. Insurance Market Pressure: Florida continues to see insurers prioritize profits over homeowners, with broader national reporting highlighting how wildfire and other disaster risks are reshaping property coverage. Higher-Ed & Energy M&A Watch: Virginia’s governor says she’ll intervene in the Dominion–NextEra merger, underscoring how utility deals can drive affordability concerns. Fraud & Consumer Safety: Jury-duty impersonation scams are surging in the Tampa area, with police urging residents to hang up and verify calls through trusted contacts. Local Infrastructure: Melbourne is investing $28.9 million to modernize wastewater treatment, funded partly by a state grant and a low-interest revolving fund loan.