Tropical threats are lurking in the Atlantic. Here’s what the long-range models show
As Category 4 Hurricane Gabrielle brushes Bermuda on Tuesday, forecasters are watching two other systems in the Atlantic — including one that could, if it develops, impact the Caribbean and approach the U.S. East Coast. The two tropical rainstorms currently being watched by the National Hurricane Center are east of the Caribbean. As of Tuesday morning, they are being given a moderate to high chance of developing into tropical depressions or storms in the next seven days. More from the South Florida Sun-Sentinel and the Tampa Bay Times.
SpaceX eyes ambitious Titusville expansion
Titusville is poised for a new era of space activity as SpaceX unveils ambitious plans to expand its Florida operations, including bringing its next-generation Starship rocket to Cape Canaveral and transforming launch sites into airport-like hubs for frequent missions. The company currently operates two major facilities in the state: Kennedy Space Center’s Launch Complex on Merritt Island and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. More from the Orlando Business Journal.
Smart City Expo Miami marks six years of reimagining urban life
When people talk about Miami as a global city, the conversation often turns to real estate, nightlife, or the waves of new residents and companies setting up shop. But another story is quietly unfolding: Miami is becoming a proving ground for how cities adapt to the 21st century’s biggest challenges. More from Refresh Miami.
Feds release Brightline safety funding to address ‘unnecessary danger’
The Trump administration on Monday announced it is committing $42 million to address safety concerns along the Brightline route, as officials respond to the train’s record as the deadliest major passenger railroad in the nation. U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the agency is releasing funding for four grants that had first been announced under the Biden administration but were lacking finalized agreements. More from the Orlando Sentinel.
Manatee County cuts Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation funding
The contract between Manatee County and the Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation expires at the end of the month, and county commissioners will let it sunset without renewal after expressing concern over a lack of measurable returns. Motions to nix the contract and to approve an extension both failed, but commissioners moved on with intent to simply let the $336,900 contract expire on Sept. 30. More from the Sarasota Herald-Tribune.
Sports Business
The Tampa Bay Rays will have new owners. Here’s what we know
On Monday, after months of speculation, Major League Baseball approved the sale of the Tampa Bay Rays. A group led by Jacksonville-based developer Patrick Zalupski will buy the team from longtime owner Stuart Sternberg for roughly $1.7 billion. The deal is expected to close later this week. Whether you’re a die-hard Rays fan, or you don’t know the difference between first base and home plate, the sale is worth understanding.
» More from the Tampa Bay Times.
Recreation
'Very Merry Margaritaville at Sea' cruises to return
Swap out the boots and hot chocolate for flip flops and an icy margarita. Margaritaville at Sea announced that its popular "Very Merry Margaritaville at Sea" cruises will return in December aboard its Paradise and Islander ships. The holiday-themed cruises will launch out of the Port of Palm Beach and Port Tampa Bay. Here's what you need to know about prices and the activities you can expect onboard.
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