For the first time ever, Florida’s workforce concluded the year greater than New York’s

Workforce – Employees discussing in an office – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by GaudiLab For the first time in 2022, Florida’s economic development caused the Sunshine State to surpass New York in terms of the number of employed workers at the end of the year. According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)

Recreational marijuana proposal in Florida clears its first hurdle

Large marijuana grow operation – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Canna Obscura Supporters of a proposed constitutional amendment that would legalize marijuana for recreational use have cleared a first obstacle to appear on the ballot in 2024 by submitting a sufficient number of petition signatures to warrant a review of the proposal by the Florida

Florida’s favorite fast food restaurant might surprise you!

Fast food restaurant counter – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Sorbis Whether you love it or hate it, there is no doubt that Americans and people all around the world continue to consume a lot of fast food. Fast food can be affordable, practical, and even tasty when you’re in a need of a quick

Satellites from the NOAA helped in the rescue of 106 lives in Florida in 2022

NOAA Hurricane Satellite – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Alex Erwin A brand-new fleet of cutting-edge technology has launched into orbit over the previous ten years. Several new NOAA satellites have expanded the scope of weather tracking, climate change, air quality, and so much more thanks to their birds-eye view. In addition to being more

Yelp releases Top 100 restaurants in Florida for 2022

Yelp sticker seen at the entrance of a restaurant – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Tada Images There is much more to Florida than surf and turf, despite the fact that the Sunshine State is famous for its fresh seafood, key lime pie, and exotic umbrella cocktails. You may find some of the top locations

Florida looks to ban TikTok social media app at state universities

Girl holding phone with TikTok logo – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Ti Vla University administrators in Florida are debating whether to forbid students from using TikTok on twelve campuses spread out throughout the state. Board of Governors members for state institutions supported enacting a system-wide policy banning the app during their meeting on Tuesday

Florida Lottery releases four new scratch-off games with a total prize pool of approximately $540 million

Florida lottery tickets — Courtesy: Shutterstock — The Toidi On Monday, the Florida Lottery unveiled four brand-new scratch-off games offering more than $540 million in cash rewards. Within 48 hours, shops will be able to acquire four new Gold Rush Doubler games, according to the lottery. The top prizes for these games will range from

The Sunshine State may be getting a brand new Buc-ee’s location

The exterior of a Buc-ee’s gas station — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Joni Hanebutt Wonderful news! The well-known Texas travel agency and gas station may open a new facility in Central Florida. That’s correct, Beaver Nuggets (caramel popcorn) might be closer than you think, according to sources. According to WESH, Marion County officials will likely talk

SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket lights up Florida’s sky

SpaceX Rocket Launch – Courtesy: Shutterstock — Oleg_Yakovlev After a three-year break, SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy rocket successfully launched two satellites to geostationary orbit on its second attempt in as many months at 5:56 p.m. ET, from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. In addition to the twilight launch, which is known for creating cool vistas

Walt Disney World brings back Weekday Magic Ticket deal for Florida residents

Disney Springs, Orlando, FL — Courtesy: Shutterstock — VIAVAL TOURS The Disney Weekday Magic Ticket, which was available solely to Florida residents, is back. The price of the ticket is $175 for two days, $195 for three days, and $215 for four days, and it goes on sale on January 10. Despite the ticket’s blackout