Leaders from South Florida, including the mayor of Miami, will attend Trump’s inauguration

President Donald J. Trump – Credit: Gage Skidmore Many people traveled from South Florida to attend President Donald Trump’s inauguration in Washington on Monday, making the Sunshine State well-represented. Other South Floridians were also in attendance, but Miami U.S. Senator Marco Rubio, Trump’s choice for Secretary of State, took center stage at Monday’s ceremony. While

Two main causes for the abundance of homes in the Florida real estate market

Home for Sale in Florida — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Andy Dean Photography It looks that the Sunshine State of Florida’s COVID-19 epidemic real estate market is fading. According to Realtor.com®’s December 2024 Monthly Housing Report, a large number of homes were listed for longer than usual. According to the Realtor.com research, the average home was

In 2026, the NHL intends to have two outdoor games in Florida

Florida Panthers at FLA Live Arena — Courtesy: Shutterstock — YES Market Media Florida outdoor hockey? According to the National Hockey League, it is willing to take on the challenge. The Sunshine State will host the NHL’s first outdoor games, the league announced Wednesday. Next year, the league will have two games: a Stadium Series

Historical research indicates that Florida’s manatees are actually relatively recent arrivals

Manatee Eating Lettuce — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Mary-Kaitlyn Arnette Researchers have discovered that manatees, who have long been regarded as some of Florida’s most adored and captivating residents, are not native to the Sunshine State and arrived just like any other visitor in quest of the warm temperatures and crystal-clear seas. Scientists from George Washington

Six former Florida State basketball players are suing the coach for not receiving $250,000

Donald Tucker Civic Center, home of the Florida State basketball team Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Aiden James TALLAHASSEE, FL. — On Monday, six former Florida State basketball players filed a lawsuit against Leonard Hamilton, the Seminoles coach, claiming he had broken a pledge to provide them with $250,000 in name, image, and likeness pay

Eight Christmas customs unique to Florida

Surfing Santas at Cocoa Beach, Florida Christmas event — Courtesy: Shutterstock — catlauren With the holiday season in full swing and Christmas here, many families are enjoying their festive customs. Floridians are enjoying the balmy weather while people in the north are staying inside and sipping hot chocolate or going outside to create snow angels

Publix Holiday Hours: What You Need to Know for Christmas 2024

Publix Supermarket — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Anatoliy Tesouro As the holiday season approaches, it’s essential to know when your local Publix will be open so you can plan your shopping trips accordingly. While the U.S. observes 12 federal holidays each year, there are also numerous religious, unofficial, and “made-up” holidays — including the ever-popular Super

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