Florida's Only Spring-Fed Water Park is Officially Open On Weekends
The water park at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, Buccaneer Bay, is officially now open on the weekends according to a post made yesterday by the park on Instagram. "Buccaneer Bay, Florida's only spring-fed waterpark is now open on the weekends.," the post states furthering, "Buccaneer Bay is included in the price of park admission. We highly recommend arriving early on the weekends, so plan YOUR visit accordingly."
Read full storyBlame It On The Full Moon: 'Pink Moon' To Rise Over Florida Soon
If you are a lover--or hater--of celestial events, you will want to mark down the date of the spring's first full moon, also known as "The Pink Moon", as it is set to rise over North America in just a few short weeks.
Read full storyFlorida Man Shares Sandwich With Gator in Wild Viral Video
The internet has been reacting to a viral video of a man hand feeding a sandwich to a presumably wild alligator in Florida posted by @onlyinFloridaa on Instagram yesterday. "Everyone be like 'they’re gonna associate people with food'. Alligators be like 'they are food and some come with appetizers,'" one of the videos top commenters wrote.
Read full storyCaught On Video: Green Toyota Causes Semi-Truck Crash on Florida Highway
Florida troopers are currently searching for the green Toyota sedan caught on a video shared by Florida Highway Patrol in Tampa Thursday morning. "Troopers are searching for a green Toyota sedan that cut off a dump truck traveling southbound on I-75 @ MM273 that caused the dump truck and 2 semis to crash. No injuries & road open," the Twitter post states, accompanied by the following video.
Read full story'Give A FK': Lakeland Is Officially Getting A Fresh New Eatery Next Month
Looking for healthy food in Tampa Bay? A trendy new eatery serving up fresh eats is coming to Lakeland soon!. Following a recent opening in the Miami area on the 21st of February, build your own healthy burrito bowl eatery, Fresh Kitchen, officially announced their grand opening date for the highly-anticipated Lakeland location to their Instagram page on March 10.
Read full storyA Massive 1,600+ LB. Shark Has Been Spotted Near The Florida Keys
cover photo for illustrative purposes only;Photo byGerald SchömbsonUnsplash. Spring Breakers aren't the only ones enjoying Florida's gorgeous waterways this season! Another massive Great White Shark in Florida has been tracked hanging out off the coast of the Sunshine State's stunning southern isles. Thanks to research efforts by Ocearch, we're able to follow along with the journey of Florida's newest spring break visitor — a 1,644 lb. shark named Scot.
Read full storyFlorida Deputy Shaquille O'Neal Updates Fans Freaked Out Over Recent Twitter Post
Left, Shaq posted an image of himself in a hospital bed to Twitter, terrifying fans; Right, an update on Monday clears the air.Photo byShaq | Twitter. Fans of NBA Superstar and Florida Deputy, Shaquille O'Neal, were freaking out Sunday night over a post made showing himself pressure-cuffed and laid up, appearing to be passed out, out in a hospital bed. A recent update to his Twitter account cleared the air — saying that "Brazilian Butt Work" was on the docket.
Read full storyFREE Enchanted Garden Fest Near Tampa Will Feature 14-Foot Tall Gnome, Fairies & More This Weekend
Looking for free things to do in Florida this weekend? Well, we've got an idea for you — getting lost in an enchanted fairy forest. Folly Farm Nature Preserve in Safety Harbor Florida has been sprinkled with pixie dust, drawing in the most magical infestation of fairies, gnomes, and all things garden.
Read full story21,000 Square Feet of Massive Sand Sculptures Will Be Taking Over Clearwater Soon
With the more temperate Spring season right around the corner, festivals in Florida of all varieties should start popping up any time now. While the Strawberry Festival has already come and gone, another celebrates everything sand, surf, and art all in one place.
Read full storyNew Environmental Program Aims to Plant 1Million+ Trees in Florida
A tree care company in the Orlando area has announced a new program today. The ambitious project aims to produce one million new trees annually as a part of the company's commitment to promoting sustainability of the environment by improving air quality, as well as creating green urban spaces across Central Florida.
Read full storyWhat's With All The Weird Trees Popping Up All Over Downtown Orlando?
Those living in Orlando might have noticed a few new bushy buds sprucing up their downtown areas on Pine Street lately. But where are all these weird trees coming from? What even are they?
Read full storyGiant Deadly-Parasite Carrying Snails Invade Florida, Prompting County-Wide Quarantine
Cover photo for illustrative purposes only.Photo byInvisiblepower | Pexels. *This article include details about parasites and medical conditions that may be unsettling for some readers; Reader discretion is advised."
Read full storyThe 'World's Largest Ghost Hunt' Will Be Returning to Florida This Fall
*This article mentions details of death and the paranormal that may be unsettling to some readers; Reader discretion is advised.*. Consider yourself a connoisseur of all the paranormal locations in Florida? A record-setting ghost hunt will make its way back to the Sunshine State this fall, taking place at a location that's been featured on the Travel Channel's Ghost Adventures!
Read full story‘Luck Is Not a Plan’: Commission Torn Over Extending Emergency Miami Beach Curfew & Evening Booze Ban
Following two consecutive nights of shootings, an emergency curfew order for the City of Miami Beach was enacted, with rules extending for approximately 48 hours. Today at 4 pm, commissioners for Miami-Dade met to discuss the potential of extending the ruling, some with hopes it could make a positive impact on crime and crowds in the evenings.
Read full storyYou Can Catch History's Oldest Recorded Meteor Shower Over Florida Next Month
Those looking to the stars this April can catch sight of a mesmerizing meteor shower in Florida, as well as across the US — and history says this one has been observed for nearly 3,000 years.
Read full storyTwo Consecutive Deadly Shootings Prompt Emergency Curfew & Alcohol Consumption Ban for Miami Spring Breakers
Those visiting and looking for things to do in Miami Beach for Spring Break may not be too happy about an emergency curfew order issued on the heel of deadly shootings occurring late at night in the area — and the imposition could be extended beyond its initial 48 hour window.
Read full story‘It’s the Reason I Don’t Eat Raw Oysters Anymore’: TikTok Doctor Warns of Flesh-eating Bacteria Dangers [VIDEO]
*This story describes medical conditions and operating procedure details that may be unsettling for some readers. Reader discretion is advised.*. Consider yourself a seafood fanatic that's always on the hunt for the best seafood restaurants in Florida? Especially fond of oysters? When you find out that you could get a flesh eating bacteria just from eating or coming into contact with them, you might just decide to stick to steaks instead.
Read full storyYou Can Now Find a Community Toy Box at This Florida Beach
Those who have visited one of the beaches in Tampa Bay recently may have spotted something new hanging out on the shore — a community toy box. In a post made to Facebook on March 16 at approximately 9:30 am, The City of Treasure Island Florida announced the new addition.
Read full storyMichigan-Born Minor League Player Arrested for DUI & Property Damage in Florida
Konnor Thomas Ash, 23; minor league player arrested for DUIPhoto byPinellas County Sheriff's Office. Deputies assigned to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office's DUI Unit arrested a minor league baseball player from the Philadelphia Phillies last Saturday for Driving Under the Influence, resulting in tens of thousands of dollars in property damages.
Read full storyRABIES ALERT: Florida Dept. of Health Issues Alert After Cat Bites Person in Local County
A Florida county is under a 60-day rabies alert following a confirmed case of rabies, a press release issued by the Florida Health Department of Citrus County on March 14 confirmed.
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