Flood Recovery: Record rainfall left Save the Chimps sanctuary in Fort Pierce surrounded by floodwater; staff used a drone to deliver bananas to stranded chimpanzees. The animals remained safe, but flooding has also damaged thousands of Brevard County homes, prompting a push for federal aid. Property Taxes: Florida voters approved Amendment 3, expanding the homestead exemption for non-school taxes to $150,000 in 2027 and $250,000 in 2028. St. Cloud expects revenue losses of $8 million next year and $13 million in 2028, putting events and some services at risk. Election Results: Two Brevard County races face recounts, while Central Florida’s U.S. House races in Districts 7 and 9 fell outside recount thresholds. Ybor City Safety: A year after a high-speed crash killed four people, Tampa has lowered Seventh Avenue’s speed limit and residents are renewing calls for more safeguards. Lee County Landing: A small plane made an emergency landing on Bayshore Road and struck a pickup truck; no injuries were reported, and the FAA is investigating.