This Florida slang expression baffled both some Floridians and Americans from other states

Slang in dictionary – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Erce One of the oddest things to come out of Florida may be its lingo, despite the state’s reputation for having some of the craziest stories and happenings. While several states in the country have their own unique variations of odd words, in South Dakota, a

After the Hamas attack on Israel, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued an emergency proclamation

Hamas fires a large number of rockets towards Israel – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Anas-Mohammed In reaction to the conflict between Israel and Hamas, Governor Ron DeSantis issued a state of emergency on Thursday. According to his office, this enables the Florida Division of Emergency Management to “bring Floridians home and transport necessary supplies

There have been reports of damage caused by recent tornadoes in Florida

Tornadoes touch down in Florida – Pictured: Waterspout Water Tornado – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by aramiu After damage in the Tampa Bay area, Florida faces a second day of tornado risk. The Southeast U.S., which is suffering from a severe drought, has benefited from rain brought by a tropical disturbance, but Florida is seeing

Disney has announced the reintroduction of all-day park hopping

Disney announces return of all-day park hopping – Pictured: Disney Annual Passholder Card – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Red Lemon The resort unexpectedly revealed at least three significant changes, including the days on which all-day park hopping would resume, “good-to-go days” for owners of annual passes, and certain price increases on annual passes and

Fantasy Fest 2023 to Kick Off Soon in Key West!

Start of Fantasy Fest – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Chuck Wagner This celebrated festival will take place from Friday, October 20, through Sunday, October 29. Masquerade parties, costume contests, glitzy galas, and an extravagant grand procession are among the many festivities. The importance of creative costuming cannot be overstated, and the best efforts always

Three years’ worth of COVID data must be made public by Florida’s health officials

COVID-19 Vaccine Card – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by vovidzha A government watchdog organization declared Monday that the Florida Department of Health was required, as part of a settlement, to reveal three years’ worth of comprehensive COVID-19 data. The Florida Department of Health is required to provide COVID data on its website for the following

A newly discovered species of snail was discovered close to Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville

Margarita Snail (Not pictured) found in Southernmost Point Continental USA at Key West, Florida. The picture shows the famous landmark of the southernmost point of the USA. Photo and Caption: Dennis Kartenkaemper Near the home of citrus margaritas, a new species of snail that resembles a vivid, citrus-colored species was found off the coast of

First illumination of a 150-year-old lighthouse in the Florida Keys in ten years

As part of a nationwide initiative to conserve ancient lighthouses that have dotted the U.S. coast for more than a century, a 150-year-old beacon that once helped ships navigate through the perilous Florida Keys coral reefs before GPS, sonar, and other technology rendered it useless is shining once again. A community organization in Islamorada flipped

The Grand Wagoneer is known for its incredible suspension power

Grand Wagoneer – Source: Jeep A legendary American SUV that has long captivated enthusiasts’ hearts is the Jeep Grand Wagoneer. This famous car’s outstanding suspension system, which blends comfort and capability in a way that few other cars can match, is one of its most notable attributes. The suspension of the Grand Wagoneer is evidence

An ultra-exclusive private golf course with a $1 million membership fee debuts in South Florida

Golf course – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by okimo You can have access to a top-notch golf course, a racquetball court, a private yacht club, and much more if you have an extra million bucks lying around. The Witkoff Group and PPG Development-designed Shell Bay Club in Hallandale Beach, South Florida, officially opened on Tuesday.