Florida Panthers’ Matthew Tkachuk was ejected from game after getting revenge on Devils captain Nico Hischier

Aerial view of FLA Live Arena, site of the Tkachuk fight – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by YES Market Media Matthew Tkachuk recognized his chance and seized it. After the New Jersey Devils’ empty-net goal on Wednesday night, a furious brawl broke out in the closing seconds of Florida’s 4-2 loss to New Jersey. After

Oysters sold at Publix and other Florida retailers are associated with a widespread norovirus outbreak

Oysters – Courtesy: Image by Plateresca from Shutterstock A recent norovirus outbreak related to raw oysters sold in Florida and seven other states is being looked into, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As of Thursday, 211 norovirus cases had been reported in Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee, and

Iguanas in Florida are likely to drop from trees as Arctic chill takes over Christmas weekend

Green Iguana – Courtesy: Image by Scottslm from Pixabay As an Arctic cold front moves through the country, forecasters in Florida are warning of plummeting iguanas due to the Sunshine State experiencing a “hard freeze” during the holiday weekend. Northeast Florida might have lows in the 20s inland and temperatures approaching 30 at the coast

The Sunshine State prepares to issue 22 additional medical marijuana licenses

Medical marijuana – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by BestStockFoto The state’s health authorities finally moved to grant up to 22 more medical marijuana licenses on Monday after years of delay, which could double the size of Florida’s marijuana sector. Additionally, the state Department of Health released an emergency rule that would significantly increase the cost

Four Florida cities are listed as the fastest-growing ‘Boomtowns’ in the country

Colorful houses in Fort Myers, Florida — Courtesy: Shutterstock — lunamarina Four cities in the Sunshine State were listed among the top-growing towns in the United States in a report by SmartAsset. The financial information website conducted a study that researched 494 of the U.S.’s largest municipalities for their population growth, housing, income, and other

As many would-be nurses fail their exams, Florida’s nursing pipeline is in shambles

Nurses walking through hallway — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Monkey Business Images Florida’s nursing education system is experiencing significant issues as a result of the state’s mounting nursing shortage. Every year, thousands of nursing school graduates fall short of the licensing requirement, failing at the last hurdle. Before they can work anywhere in the country, registered

Holiday forecast shows 20s, 30s throughout Florida during Christmas break

Forecast shows cold weather throughout Florida during Christmas weekend — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Kristi Blokhin We adore Florida for a variety of reasons, including the state’s stunning sunrises, sunsets, beaches, and pleasant climate. However, for at least one day, some people genuinely prefer the concept of having a chillier Christmas. If you fall into that

City in Florida votes to remove invasive ducks labeled as destructive

Muscovy ducks – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Maria Grin Muscovy ducks are primarily black and white with red coloring around their eyes. The Winter Park City Commission decided unanimously on Wednesday for a measure to send them on their way. The Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission (FWC) classifies these Muscovy ducks as an invasive

Orange juice prices are on the rise: Florida orange production expected to drop to lowest level in over 80 years

Orange Plantation – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by SchnepfDesign Florida’s orange harvest is predicted to reach its lowest level since before World War II as a result of extreme weather conditions and a persistent disease affecting citrus fruit. This will reduce the state’s already limited supply and raise orange juice costs. Florida is anticipated to

Off-road flair is added to the Ford Explorer Timberline

Photo Source/Copyright: Stellantis Adventure and the Ford Explorer go hand in hand, but it is the Ford Explorer Timberline trim that takes off-roading to another level. Those who seek a family hauler but want to go mountaineering will be ecstatic to learn that this three-row crossover SUV offers riders immense amounts of off-road flair. Even