Property Tax Ballot Update: Florida has submitted court-ordered revised ballot language for Amendment 3 after a judge said the original wording was “clearly and conclusively defective,” including a new, more neutral title and a clearer breakdown of how the non-school homestead exemption would rise to $150,000 in 2027 and $250,000 in 2028 (with inflation adjustments). Charter School Fight: Sarasota County Schools is still pushing back against a charter takeover under the Schools of Hope law, while planning a multi-million-dollar facility overhaul and a new South County high school. Franchise Growth in Florida: Slutty Vegan is making its Florida debut with a planned Miami location after signing multiple franchise deals, while Jimmy John’s and Buffalo Wild Wings are opening a co-branded site in Palmetto on Aug. 18. Business Momentum & Recognition: Joymind hit No. 785 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list on 441% three-year revenue growth, and Construction Corps was named a finalist for GrowFL’s Companies to Watch awards. Local Business Spotlight: Three Kings Auto Spa in Kosciusko highlighted its mobile detailing and paint-correction/ceramic-coating services at a ribbon cutting. Tech & Capital Markets: Proficient Auto Logistics completed its acquisition of Hansen & Adkins, and Safe Pro Group reported record AI revenue growth tied to U.S. government contracts. Small-Business Risk Watch: A new report from Bagen Law highlights how Florida’s limited auto insurance requirements can leave drivers exposed without uninsured motorist coverage.