Christmas Day marked the start of significant weather changes in Central Florida

Seaside cold weather in Florida — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Kristi Blokhin A few light raindrops had fallen on Christmas Eve, but this isolated pattern of rain quickly ended. On Sunday, it was predicted that an area of low pressure would travel eastward from the Texas and Louisiana region toward the Sunshine State. The moisture that

Florida State takes the first step toward an attempted exit by suing ACC for rights grant and withdrawal fees

ACC Network – Florida State University fans gather for a FSU Seminole football game in Doak Campbell Stadium. — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Ruth Peterkin In a significant first step toward a possible exit, the Florida State Board of Trustees unanimously decided on Friday to sue the ACC, contesting the league’s grant of rights and withdrawal

New laws in Florida that will take effect on January 1, 2024

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs new laws — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Hunter Crenian The Florida Legislature adopted many bills, and Governor Ron DeSantis signed them into law. Among these are amendments to current laws about bail and pretrial release. Another law transfers Department of Children and Families (DCF) child protection investigations from seven sheriff’s offices. 

Mike Norvell, the head coach of Florida State, keeps his team focused ahead of the Orange Bowl

Mike Norvell gets team ready for Orange Bowl (Not pictured) – Pictured: Fear the Spear FSU T-shirt — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Ruth Peterkin Next week, Florida State will play No. 6 Georgia in the 2023 Orange Bowl; the Seminoles are finishing up practice before traveling to Fort Lauderdale. This game has garnered a lot of

Sponsor for the Florida Swing Tournament is the PGA Tour

Golf ball and club on artificial turf — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Svet foto In two weeks, the PGA Tour will kick off its 2024 season, which is now fully sponsored. The Tour said on Tuesday that the old Honda Classic, a 50-year South Florida tradition, will now have Cognizant as its official sponsor. Cognizant is

SpaceX ends 11-day launch draught with Falcon 9 rocket Monday evening

SpaceX Rocket Launches — Courtesy: Shutterstock — John Huntington SpaceX finally launched a Falcon 9 rocket late Monday night, capping an 11-day launch drought caused by wind that was the longest for the Space Coast since April. The delay occurred after this weekend’s extreme weather passed. A cold front dropped the temperature to 56 degrees

A list of all the states’ favorite Christmas movies, along with a streamable version of Florida’s favorite

A Christmas Carol – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Plateresca Which Christmas movies enhance your experience? You undoubtedly have a favorite Christmas movie, whether it’s Ralphie pleading with Santa for a Red Ryder BB pistol, Kevin McAllister booby-trapping his family’s home, or Clark Griswold trying to negotiate complex family dynamics. What might surprise you is

What effects has this weekend’s inclement weather had on South Florida? Cancelled events, delayed flights?

Hundreds of flights canceled due to stormy weather – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by FTiare Many people’s plans were derailed by the inclement weather in South Florida, which affected everything from transport to entertainment. For those hoping to attend a pleasant outdoor event such as The Berry Farms’ Winter Festival, Santa’s Enchanted Forest, or Christmas

A Christmas shopping spree was offered as a holiday treat to hundreds of South Florida children

Christmas presents under tree – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Pixel-Shot The 100 Black Men of South Florida provided a holiday gift to hundreds of local children. They provided funding for a Christmas shopping spree for pupils who excel both academically and socially. Roughly 300 children, wearing Santa hats, were led by volunteers from different

A strengthening storm makes its way up the East Coast, pummeling Florida with strong winds and rain

Storm on the Caribbean – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Drew McArthur As it moves up the East Coast, a storm that is getting stronger is wreaking havoc on Florida with strong winds and heavy rain, posing a threat to travel, power outages, flooding, and hazardous surf. Showers and thunderstorms have already impacted a large