Everglades & Environment: Gulf Gateway Resort & Marina issued a statement after mangroves were removed at Cape Coral’s Seven Islands shoreline without required permits, saying the project’s long-running preservation plans were submitted to regulators years ago. Publishing & Books: Norman Love Confections is running hands-on chocolate-making classes at its Fort Myers factory through October—an unusual Florida tie-in for readers who like craft experiences. Health & Policy: Medicare now lets some Florida seniors get GLP-1 weight-loss drugs for $50 a month for 18 months, a major shift from prior coverage rules. Florida Readers, Real Life: A Port Charlotte man’s fight with an insurer highlights how “co-pay accumulator” policies can block access to expensive cancer medication. Press Freedom: A New Jersey judge expanded restrictions on reporting after a high school lockdown, raising First Amendment concerns nationwide. Local Media & Community: The Everglades Foundation held a Washington, D.C. summit to thank lawmakers and push for continued restoration funding. Books & Culture: John Green’s book tour stop includes Birmingham, with local independent bookstore support—another reminder of how Florida-area readers connect to national author events.