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A man was hospitalized on Tuesday after allegedly being bitten by a shark at Hollywood Beach.

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. – With free lunches for each student in Broward County Public Schools over, the school board approved a funding package to make sure students eat. The school district was previously using COVID-19 pandemic funds to cover free lunches for all students, but the funding ran out and students must...

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — About a week before Christmas, Veanitta Lenon shared a post on Facebook exclaiming that her priorities were God, work, family, and “living comfortably.”. Lenon, 37, was under investigation in Fort Lauderdale after a 15-year-old boy told detectives that he had found his father dead...

If your idea of a perfect weekend involves fresh air, flower fields, and the occasional goat photobomb, Sweetfields Farm in Brooksville, Florida, is calling your name. Nestled in the rolling countryside just north of Tampa Bay, this seasonal farm adventure feels like a postcard come to life—equal parts family fun, rustic charm, and sunflower-filled serenity.

If you’ve ever dreamed of floating alongside a gentle manatee in turquoise water so clear it looks like glass, Crystal River is your kind of paradise. Tucked along Florida’s Nature Coast in Citrus County, this small town with a big personality is the only place in North America where you can legally swim with wild manatees—and that’s just the beginning of its natural wonders.

Even if you’ve never quoted Yoda or dreamed of wielding a lightsaber, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will sweep you into another galaxy faster than you can say “hyperspace.” This sprawling, sensory-packed land is more than just a theme park area—it’s a full-on cinematic experience where you don’t just visit the Star Wars universe… you live in it.

If your dream day includes diving into cool spring water, flipping pancakes at your own table, and spotting gators from a boat, De Leon Springs State Park is calling your name. This underrated Florida gem packs history, adventure, and breakfast into one delightfully quirky destination.

If the idea of sipping a latte while a purring tabby curls up in your lap makes your heart melt, then you need to know about Orlando Cat Café. Tucked just west of the city in Clermont, this feline-friendly oasis is equal parts coffee shop, cozy lounge, and kitty playland—and yes, you can take one home (after proper vetting, of course).

Step onto the Anhinga Trail and you’re suddenly in the heart of one of Florida’s most fascinating frontiers—where prehistoric reptiles, vivid water birds, and whispering marsh grasses come together for one unforgettable stroll. No need to be a rugged explorer. This short, easy trail lets you see the Everglades at its boldest, most alive, and most photo-worthy—without ever getting your shoes muddy.

Locals know to hit the farmers market early for the freshest oysters. Grab a dozen from vendors like Lynn’s Quality Oysters before they sell out. It’s a Saturday ritual that sets the tone for a laid-back day.