July 30, 2025

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Funds

Federal government releases frozen funds

Polk County Public Schools announced that federal education-related funds that had been withheld are being released. The school district received word July 25 that the Trump Administration is releasing the funds, it said in a news release. The federal funds support Title I, II, III and IV programs that directly fund staff positions and services,

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Investors

What lesson did Constellation provide to growth investors?

Evan Guido  |  Special to the Herald-Tribune In early 2025, Constellation Brands – maker of Modelo, Corona, and Pacifico – was a staple of our Aksala Dividend & Growth Portfolio. It had everything we look for: category-leading brands, consistent dividend growth, and a strong consumer following, especially among the Hispanic community in the U.S. But

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Investors

Investors should think again about municipal bonds

Benjamin Pease  |  Special to the Herald-Tribune Many investors focus on past returns when making investment decisions. Our personal experiences – particularly recent losses or missed opportunities – can weigh heavily on how we approach risk and outlook. This is known as recency bias. However, when it comes to fixed income, especially municipal bonds, the

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Funds

Palm Beach will apply for federal funds to cover Trump security costs

100 days of Trump: 3 key changes impacting people across America 100 days after returning to power, Donald Trump is charging ahead with tariffs, an immigration crackdown and federal cuts, including dismantling DEI. The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” appropriates $300 million for security reimbursements to communities where Trump has properties. Expenses incurred on or

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Crypto

Florida Republicans join Trump in boosting crypto ahead of House vote

John Kennedy   | Capital Bureau | USA TODAY NETWORK – FLORIDA What is the Senate’s Genius Act? The Genius Act, along with other crypto bills, will be reviewed by the House during “Crypto Week.” Two Florida representatives elected with support from the cryptocurrency industry are expected to back a new crypto regulatory bill. The GENIUS

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Crypto

Flagler County stolen cryptocurrency case cracked, funds returned to victims

PALM COAST, Fla. – A Flagler County detective has successfully recovered stolen cryptocurrency for multiple victims in what officials say is a first-of-its-kind accomplishment for the sheriff’s office. What we know: A Flagler County detective has recovered stolen cryptocurrency tied to two separate scams, marking the first time the sheriff’s office has successfully returned digital

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Finance

Grand Rapids, Detroit ranked among ‘most boring’ cities in US by FinanceBuzz

10 best coastal small towns across the US for 2024 USA TODAY 10Best readers voted on their favorite coastal small towns, and the 2024 results are in. Here are the top 10 in the nation. Detroit and Grand Rapids, Michigan, were ranked as moderately boring, falling in the middle of the list. The most boring

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Investment

Downtown Investment Authority approves Colin Tarbert contract

Pour Taproom in downtown Jacksonville. Take a look inside. The Pour Taproom’s tap wall features wine, cocktails, beers including local beers designated with a 904. The taproom is on the ground floor and mezzanine of the new VyStar Credit Union garage facing Laura Street in downtown Jacksonville. Downtown Investment Authority board approves contract with Colin

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Finance

Lawsuits battle for control of Jimmy Buffett’s $275 million estate

WATCH: Latitude Margaritaville Daytona Beach’s last new home The world’s first Jimmy Buffett-themed “55-and-older” active adult community recently sold its 3,73rd and final new home in Daytona Beach. “Margaritaville” icon Jimmy Buffett’s widow, Jane Buffett, is battling a co-trustee for control of the late singer’s estate. Jane Buffett said co-trustee Richard Mozenter has not acted

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Investment

Jacksonville’s Downtown Investment Authority has three CEO finalists

Downtown Jacksonville update: Apartments, townhomes under construction Construction is underway at the Four Seasons Hotel & Residences Jacksonville and One Riverside developments in downtown Jacksonville, Florida. Jacksonville City Council withdrew a proposal to gain authority to terminate the Downtown Investment Authority’s CEO. Three finalists will interview for the CEO position next week. Concerns arose that

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