Before officials reverse the ICE policy, a popular vacation destination in Florida almost became a sanctuary city

ICE update – Aerial view of northern Key West including Mallory Square and a cruise liner — Courtesy: Deatonphotos/Shutterstock Days after the first vote, a Florida city reversed its decision to violate an agreement with federal immigration authorities, causing a great deal of public outrage. In a dramatic reversal, Key West city commissioners finally gave

A charitable organization in South Florida provides “family necessity kits” to flood victims in Central Texas

Flooded Neighborhood Streets (Texas not pictured) – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by johnmoorefour For people affected by the devastating flooding in Central Texas, relief operations are currently being carried out in South Florida. The crew has been busy loading trucks with supplies at the Global Empowerment Mission warehouse in Doral. 26 pallets of family necessity

During her visit to a Florida Children’s Hospital, Taylor Swift spreads “joy and kindness”

Taylor Swift – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Brian Friedman Hollywood, Florida – After Taylor Swift’s Friday visit to Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, the children there will never “shake off.” While her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, prepares during the NFL offseason, the pop sensation is in Florida. At Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Swift visited with kids

The transformation of a community by the Florida Panthers

Amerant Bank Arena, Home to the Florida Panthers – Sunrise, FL – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Felix Mizioznikov The Florida Panthers hockey team’s success is now centered on the alignment of the community, organization, and team. “At first, all the doubters said, ‘Is there ice hockey in South Florida? Teams in the Everglades’ center?”

Panthers defeat the Maple Leafs in Game 4

Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena — Courtesy: Shutterstock — YES Market Media Sunrise, Florida – The Florida Panthers defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-0 in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Second Round on Sunday at Amerant Bank Arena thanks to 23 saves from Sergei Bobrovsky. Florida tied the best-of-seven series 2-2 after winning

Conversations sound alarming as Florida sea turtles are still being rescued from trap lines

Sea turtles swimming – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Gail Johnson There is worrying news on Florida sea turtles in this week’s Don’t Trash Our Treasure. Despite an increase in nesting numbers, human pressure continues to pose a hazard to adult turtles. Conservationists are cautioning that not all of these lovely critters survive and that

Following the Gators’ NCAA Tournament victory, Todd Golden and Florida agreed to a $40.5 million contract extension

Todd Golden and Florida agree to $40.5 million contract – University of Florida Sign — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Katherine Welles The Gators have awarded coach Todd Golden a new six-year deal that would place him among the top five highest-paid coaches in the nation, following his successful lead of Florida to 36 victories and a

Claimed by a 16th-century explorer, this Florida beach town is now a remote work hub

Remote work hotspot – St. Augustine, FL. – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Sean Pavone ST. AUGUSTINE, FL. – When Lori Matthias and her husband relocated to St. Augustine, Florida, in 2023, they were sick of Atlanta traffic. The desire to be nearer to their adult children drove Mike Waldron and his wife to relocate

Fifth Annual SAVOR SoFLO Returns to Hollywood Beach March 29th-30th

Credit: SAVOR SoFLO Mark your calendars! SAVOR SoFLO, presented by Publix and the City of Hollywood, is returning to the sands of Hollywood Beach on March 29 and 30, 2025, with a festival that promises to be its most exciting yet. This year, SAVOR SoFLO celebrates its 5th anniversary alongside two monumental milestones: the 100th

Fourteen new eateries are added to the Florida Michelin guide

Michelin Guide – Couple cheering glasses at dinner table – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Aleksandar Milutinovic Ahead of the big star show next month, Michelin has added four additional Tampa restaurants to its Florida guide. Orlando, Tampa, and Miami were among the 14 new “recommended” restaurants in the state that were added to the