Four astronauts splashdown off Florida’s coast in SpaceX capsule

SpaceX in Low Earth Orbit – Courtesy: Shutterstock — Paopano CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — Four astronauts in a SpaceX capsule returned to Earth on Monday, ending a 200-day space station mission that began last spring.  Their capsule parachuted into the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Pensacola, Florida, in pure darkness. Recovery boats with

Food & Wine: This weekend, food & drink lovers enjoyed the SAVOR St. Pete two-day festival overlooking beautiful Tampa Bay

Courtesy: SAVOR St. Pete Festival on Tampa Bay This weekend, the SAVOR St. Pete festival took place in the heart of downtown St. Petersburg, overlooking beautiful Tampa Bay in North Straub Park. SAVOR St. Pete offered an array of food and drink options, with a colorful combination of small bites, crafted libations, and vendors. Like

Need some stress relief? SPCA Florida relaunches ‘Doggie Date’ program

Doggie Date — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Rita_Kochmarjova Need a companion to go shopping with you? How about a lunch date? If so, SPCA Florida is offering you the perfect addition through one of its programs. The “Doggie Date” program, which allows residents to take dogs of all shapes, sizes, and ages (six months old and

Why autonomous vehicles enhance the way we drive

Autonomous Vehicles — Courtesy: Shutterstock — metamorworks Electric and plug-in vehicles are the hottest thing on the market right now, but within the next decade, we may see autonomous vehicles as the main focal point. They have already been implemented in modern vehicles through features like Lane-Keeping Assist and SuperCruise control. While there are many

8 ways to find adventure, entertainment, and history in Florida’s capital, Tallahassee

Tallahassee, FL — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Sean Pavone People from all over the world travel to Florida to enjoy its great weather and beautiful beaches, often overlooking inland destinations throughout. Tallahassee, the state capital, is more than a beacon for college students and politicians. With its rolling hills and southern charm, the town is attracting

With the end of daylight savings time around the corner, lawmakers continue the fight to make it permanent

Daylight Savings Time — Courtesy: Shutterstock — New Africa The latest end of daylight savings time is Sunday morning, but the sun continues to set on legislative attempts to put a stop on the clock. One Florida congressman has shed more light on the effort to put an end to the annual tradition. The earliest

Seminole Tribe launches Hard Rock Sportsbook gambling app

Hard Rock Sportsbook App — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Felix Mizioznikov TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Sports betting is officially live in Florida. The Seminole Tribe introduced a new era of gambling on Monday, discreetly launching a new sportsbook app that allows Floridians to place bets on sports. Sports betting officially became legal in October under a

Florida’s largest school districts ease up on masks

Running at School – Face Mask: Shutterstock — Monkey Business Images ORLANDO, Fla. — Two of Florida’s largest school districts are easing up on mask requirements this week. Beginning Monday, Orange County students will not be required to wear a face mask if their parents provide a note opting them out. High school students in

Introducing the 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer

2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer — Photo Source/Copyright: Stellantis The 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is back after a three-decade snooze. New and improved, its design has turned Jeep’s Trojan Horse into a luxury vehicle. The Grand Wagoneer now competes against the likes of the Lincoln Navigator, Cadillac Escalade, and GMC Yukon Denali. Powered by a 6.4-liter

After the Surfside building collapse, engineers say inspections are required for all buildings

Area of Surfside Building Collapse, Surfside, FL – Courtesy: Shutterstock — Kristi Blokhin According to recommendations by the state’s engineering associations made in the wake of the tragic Surfside building collapse, Florida should require nearly all large buildings to be inspected for any damages or structural problems within their first 30 years, with follow-ups every