Florida Politics (Food-Adjacent): Voter guides for the 2026 Florida governor and Commissioner of Agriculture primaries are out, with candidates spotlighting affordability, public safety, and agriculture’s role in the state economy. Food Safety: Health officials say the cyclosporiasis outbreak is still spreading, with Florida cases rising (including Palm Beach County) and linked to a voluntary recall of Taylor Farms de Mexico iceberg lettuce; doctors stress hydration and produce-washing habits as symptoms can hit days to weeks after exposure. Local Dining & Openings: A new Hungry Howie’s location brings its flavored-crust pizza concept to the Charleston area with Florida/North Carolina visitor traffic in mind, while Central Florida’s Jeff’s Bagel Run prepares a July 31 Gainesville-area opening and JD Sports is slated to arrive later in 2026. Community Meals: Second Harvest and No Kid Hungry Florida expand a summer grab-and-go meal program in Seminole County to help families bridge the school break “meal gap.” Tourism & Taste Events: Key West Lobsterfest returns Aug. 5–9 with lobster-focused dinners, trivia, and drink specials, and Orlando International Airport remains Florida’s busiest with 57.7M passengers in 2025. Food & Drink Culture: A St. Augustine staple—datil pepper deviled crab—gets national attention as a uniquely local flavor story.