Despite hurricanes, Florida tourism reaches a new high with over 34 million people

Tourism – Welcome to Florida — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Image by: Ingo70 Despite hurricanes that may have caused delays, tourists from all over the world still visit the Sunshine State. Visit Florida, the state’s official tourism marketing corporation, estimates that 34.6 million tourists visited Florida between July 1 and September 30. A 1.8 percent rise

When Is It Time for Battery Service?

Photo Source: Volkswagen, VW Imagine that you’ve prepared your music playlist, packed your bag, and are ready for a weekend excursion when—click! You are left stranded after the engine shrugs its shoulders. The offender? Your automobile battery. But don’t worry! You can avoid this awful situation by being aware of when to get battery service.

Florida might be threatened by Tropical Storm Sara, expected to form in the Caribbean

Tropical Storm Sara (Storm system pictured is not Sara) – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Triff AccuWeather meteorologists predict that a group of showers and thunderstorms over the central Caribbean will develop into a tropical rainstorm and, later this week, a tropical storm as it moves westward. In at least one possibility, a hurricane is

Florida is home to three of the top college towns in the US

Orlando, Florida, USA downtown skyline at Eola Lake at dusk during Christmas season — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Image by: Sean Pavone Students are giving careful thought to where they want to spend the next phase of their lives as the college application season begins. Analysts at WalletHub examined over 400 U.S. cities of all sizes

Veterans Day events happening in South Florida

U.S. Soldier Salute on Veterans Day – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Bumble Dee Veterans Day is observed to commemorate and remember the millions of men and women who have defended our country while serving in the armed forces. Below is a complete schedule of parades and ceremonies taking place throughout South Florida if you

Florida is now a deeply red state as a result of Trump’s victory

Red State – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis addresses a crowd while President Donald Trump watches at a rally – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by jctabb By flipping several counties throughout the state on Tuesday, President Trump solidified Florida’s position as a deep-red state. For the first time in 36 years, a Republican won the presidency

Gov. DeSantis picks Alexis A. Lambert as Department of Environmental Protection Secretary

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Hunter Crenian The new environmental point person for Governor Ron DeSantis is a Tallahassee native and well-known figure in Florida politics. Alexis Lambert will lead the state’s Department of Environmental Protection, according to a statement released by the governor’s office. Mercer University alumna Lambert will take over

Trump may be searching locally for candidates for his next administration

Courtesy: Evan El-Amin- Shutterstock – President Donald Trump Donald Trump, the incoming president, is hiring. Florida appears to be a prime location for hiring for a second Trump administration. Florida has grown in importance in Trump’s political landscape. Trump’s campaign was managed by top Florida operatives, and the state has only grown more red since

Voters in Florida reject Amendment 4, maintaining the state’s ban on abortions beyond six weeks

Amendment 4 News – Abortion Rights Protest — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Bob Korn According to CBS News, Florida voters rejected Amendment 4 in the 2024 election, which means the state’s ban on abortions after six weeks will stay in effect. At least 60 percent of voters did not support the amendment, which aimed to codify

Florida’s Amendment 3 to legalize marijuana for recreational use falls short

Judge’s gavel with marijuana leaf next to it – Photo: TANYARICO/Shutterstock.com According to NBC News, a ballot-box attempt to legalize marijuana usage for recreational purposes in Florida has failed. Amendment 3, which would have legalized marijuana manufacturing and recreational use in the state, did not receive the 60 percent of voters required to pass a