Seaweed & Coastal Impacts: A new surge of sargassum is blanketing Caribbean and Gulf beaches, with researchers reporting unusually large growth in-region and warning of tourism and marine-life fallout. Food Safety & Produce: Florida’s cyclosporiasis outbreak keeps climbing as FDA/CDC investigations tie cases to recalled fresh-cut lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico, with guidance focused on what shoppers should avoid. SNAP & Food Access: Federal food-aid cuts are hitting Black Americans hardest, with advocates warning that reduced SNAP benefits mean more households face food insecurity. Local Land-Use: Brevard County residents are pushing back on a proposed 82-unit townhome project in Suntree, arguing rezoning could harm wildlife habitat and worsen drainage/flooding. Shark Fishing Rules: Martin County is reviewing changes after the state directed alignment with Florida rules that preempt county saltwater fishing regulation, following public concern after a past bull shark attack. Agriculture Business: Parish Tractor is expanding in the Southeast by acquiring Crain Tractor, adding a new Mississippi location and growing its Florida footprint. Community Food Event: The Florida Agricultural Legacy Learning Center will host Food Truck Friday on Aug. 21 in Palm Coast, featuring local food trucks and artisan vendors.