Some Florida driver’s licenses are not scanning at airport screening, the TSA cautions

Tampa International Airport – Courtesy: Peter Titmuss – Shutterstock The Transportation Security Administration may need to check your ID twice (or three or four times) at the airport, regardless of how good or bad you have been. There are some Florida IDs that are not scanning properly. All U.S. passengers visiting an airport will need

This Florida city boasts an iconic pink hotel and a buzzing food scene

St. Petersburg, Florida – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Matthew Yoder As someone who has lived in Tampa for a long time, I frequently find myself looking jealously at nearby St. Petersburg, also known as St. Pete, across the sparkling length of Tampa Bay. In addition to knowing how to party and taking itself a

Could silver and gold be used as money in Florida?

Miami Beach, Florida: Colorful pastel green house apartment building for rent – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Kristi Blokhin According to current Florida law, precious metals such as gold and silver are not considered legal currency. But that might change if the state’s chief financial officer has his way. In an effort to determine how

Ryan Seacrest Foundation Selects Nicklaus Children’s Hospital for its Newest Seacrest Studio

Credit: Nicklaus Children’s Hospital MIAMI , FL. – Nicklaus Children’s Hospital has been selected by the Ryan Seacrest Foundation (RSF) as the home of its newest Seacrest Studio, a state-of-the-art studio for pediatric patients to explore the creative realms of radio, television and new media. Soon to be South Florida’s first and only Seacrest Studio,

In 2024, Florida bids these specialty plates farewell

Florida License Plates — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Image by: Lutsenko_Oleksandr A few additional specialty plates were added to Florida’s repertoire back in October by a new statute. However, certain plates have had to be discontinued even as so many new ones are being made accessible to drivers in Florida. Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles

Details of More Monsters Inc. Land, Mama Melrose’s to Become Harryhausen’s, and MuppetVision to Change to Monstropolis

Large figure of the famous character Sulley from the movie Monsters, Inc. – Courtesy: Shutterstock — MSCT Pics Disney has published new, updated concept art for the Monsters Inc. land, giving us a better idea of what to expect after revealing that MuppetVision 3D will be closing to make room for the theme during D23:

Five Florida markets had a sharp decline in home sales faster than the rest of the country

Beautiful residential home in Florida – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Mike Focus According to Redfin, over a recent four-week period, house sales in five Florida markets declined more quickly year over year than any other market in the country. Home sales are down 15.2 percent in Fort Lauderdale, 14 percent in Miami, 13.8 percent

This city in Florida has the highest retirement rate in the country

Couple Enjoying Retirement On the Beach – Courtesy: Shutterstock — Daniel Myjones According to a recent study, a Florida city offers a variety of leisure activities in a relaxed atmosphere, making it the perfect spot to retire. According to U.S. News & World Report, Naples is the top city in the country for retirees to

This Weekend in Orlando: Disney Jr. Live, Movie Nights, and Other Exciting Activities for Families

Disney Springs in Orlando, FL – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by pauloalberto82 Are you trying to find the greatest things to do this weekend in Orlando? You should include these family-friendly activities and events on your list! This weekend, host outdoor movie night events to bring the family together! Take advantage of movie screenings on

Despite hurricanes, Florida tourism reaches a new high with over 34 million people

Tourism – Welcome to Florida — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Image by: Ingo70 Despite hurricanes that may have caused delays, tourists from all over the world still visit the Sunshine State. Visit Florida, the state’s official tourism marketing corporation, estimates that 34.6 million tourists visited Florida between July 1 and September 30. A 1.8 percent rise