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PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2026 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — Health officials have issued a water quality advisory for a stretch of Palm Beach’s municipal beach after bacteria levels came back too high in the latest round of testing. The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County (DOH-Palm B

A wildfire has burned over 4,000 acres in South Florida, according to the Florida Forest Service. The H1 Fire, located in Palm Beach County's Holey Land Wildlife Management Area, had burned 4,500 acres and was 75% contained as of Aug. 18 at 2:27 p.m. Meanwhile, in Miami-Dade County, the Radio...

SOUTH BAY, Fla. (CBS12) — Three people were taken to a local hospital for evaluation after a fire at a correctional facility in South Bay Tuesday morning, according to Palm Beach County Fire Rescue. PBCFR officials say crews were dispatched around 8:15 a.m. to the 600 block of U.S....

An off-duty Florida officer on vacation in Nashville performed CPR on a woman struck by a car on Broadway, helping save her life.

Tucked away in the lush heart of Apopka, Florida, there’s a place where glassy spring water winds through ancient cypress trees and wild Florida feels close enough to touch. Welcome to King’s Landing, a hidden gem that’s quickly become a must-do for paddlers, photographers, and nature lovers who want an easy escape into Florida’s wilder side.

Looking for a day out that feels equal parts adventure, relaxation, and surprise? Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens is a not-so-hidden gem where you can wander among towering giraffes, watch playful otters splash around, and stroll through vibrant botanical gardens—all in one sun-soaked visit. It’s a place where nature and imagination intertwine, inviting you to experience wildlife up close while soaking in the beauty of Florida’s landscapes.

If you’ve ever dreamed of standing eye-to-eye with an elephant or hearing one’s deep rumble echo across a peaceful Florida pasture, Two Tails Ranch near Williston is calling your name. Tucked away in North Central Florida’s quiet countryside, this unique sanctuary isn’t your average roadside attraction—it’s an immersive encounter with some of the most awe-inspiring animals on the planet.

If you’ve ever wanted to wander through a place where every corner brims with stories and hidden gems, Renninger’s Vintage Antique Center & Farmer’s Flea Market is calling your name. Just outside the charming streets of Mount Dora, this sprawling market invites you to spend the day browsing, bargaining, and discovering quirky, nostalgic treasures you didn’t even know you wanted.

Tucked between Naples and Marco Island, Keewaydin Island is the kind of hidden gem that feels like a secret whispered from one Florida local to another. With no roads, no bridges, and not a single high-rise in sight, this barrier island offers the kind of raw, sandy bliss that reminds you what the Florida coast used to be—untamed, unfiltered, and just a little wild.

If you love the thrill of treasure hunting, then The Opa Locka Hialeah Flea Market should be on your must-visit list. Sprawling, colorful, and full of surprises at every turn, this legendary South Florida marketplace is part shopping destination, part cultural experience—and 100% vibrant.