AGP Executive Report
Last update: 14 minutes ago| Book Bans in Florida Schools: A new Florida DOE report says nearly 600 books were removed or discontinued in 2025-26, with Clay and Escambia counties driving about two-thirds of the removals—sparking renewed First Amendment concerns. Local News Under Pressure: McClatchy cut 32 jobs at The Miami Herald and dismantled El Nuevo Herald’s newsroom, with unions warning local coverage will suffer as more than 90 unionized workers were laid off across 17 papers. Publishing & Print Strategy: LNP | LancasterOnline’s new CEO says the paper plans to keep seven-day print delivery, arguing strong local circulation and civic engagement still support print. Florida Retirement Reality Check: Writers take aim at the “no income tax” pitch, breaking down the hidden costs retirees face in Florida once long-term care and insurance enter the math. South Florida Writing Scene: The Miami Book Hub’s South Florida Writers’ Roundtable (Chapter 3) spotlights paths to publishing and local workshops, with authors and editors sharing what it really takes to finish a book. AI Rights Conversation: Sunny Gandhi discusses the push for more transparency and oversight in AI development, including standards and government visibility. |
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