A Florida measure would eliminate the need for the English, Algebra requirements to graduate

English, Algebra Graduation Requirements – Pictured: Students Running at School: Shutterstock — Monkey Business Images Florida’s West Palm Beach — Florida’s public high school graduation criteria are about to be changed by a new legislative plan that would do away with the need for pupils to pass English and algebra tests in order to graduate.

Take a Luxury Tour of Florida in the 2025 Volkswagen Taos

VW Taos – Photo Source/Copyright: Volkswagen Picture the excitement in the air as you and your two companions cram themselves into a shiny 2025 Volkswagen Taos in Monterey Blue Pearl. The crew is prepared for a road trip adventure now that spring has finally arrived in South Florida with warmth and brilliant color. The Taos

In light of the current “tip fatigue,” Florida may alter service fees and auto gratuities

Service fees – Inside of a restaurant filled with guests — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Sharkshock If approved, a bill in the Florida House would alter how customers and businesses interact with gratuities and service charges. “Public Lodging and Public Food Service Establishments,” HB 535, explains the conditions under which patrons may be ejected from restaurants

This weekend, Florida is at risk for severe weather–Here’s what we know

Storm Weather Winds — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Mia2you TAMPA, FL – This weekend, a severe weather outbreak that could affect up to 150 million people in the central and eastern United States will make its way to Florida, bringing storms to the Tampa Bay region. Strong storms could potentially strike the Bay Area late Sunday

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

As the state deploys extra police to popular vacation destinations, Fort Lauderdale welcomes spring breakers

Beachgoers sprawled throughout Miami Beach during spring break – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Angela N Perryman Compared to its southern neighbor, Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is adopting a different spring break message strategy. When Miami Beach police noticed a rise in crime over spring break starting around 2020, they started a reality TV-themed

Aaron Ekblad of the Florida Panthers received a 20-game suspension for breaking the NHL’s performance-enhancing substance policy

FLA Live Arena, Home to the Florida Panthers – Sunrise, FL – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Felix Mizioznikov Aaron Ekblad, a defenseman with the Florida Panthers, was given a 20-game suspension by the NHL on Monday for breaking its performance-enhancing substance policy. Ekblad claimed that it was “a shock” that he had failed what

Cheers to MAR10 Day! What’s coming to Epic Universe’s Super Nintendo World

Super Mario news – Rendering of Universal Orlando Epic Universe Park – Courtesy: Universal Orlando Nintendo’s famed plumber is celebrated annually on March 10th, or “MAR10” when the date is shortened. Soon, visitors to Universal Orlando will be able to power up to play with Mario and other characters at Universal Epic Universe. Mario Kart:

This Florida city, without a beach, was named the top trending U.S. destination

Aerial View of Palm Beach County destination (561 area code) — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Image by: pisaphotography Florida may evoke images of beaches and theme parks, but this year’s top trending U.S. destination on Tripadvisor lacks both. As someone who has lived in West Palm Beach since 2012, I can attest that there are many