Individuals can donate "anything with a cord" to the recycling charity event. All of the funds raised will benefit the Arnette House Inc., a charitable nonprofit that helps at-risk youth and their families.
Read More »Silver Springs could become Florida state park
The Park Service is holding a meeting Monday at 7 p.m. at Ocala's Vanguard High School to get public input about the plan to turn Silver Springs into a state park.
Read More »Alligator trappers needed in Marion County
Marion County residents can apply to catch and kill alligators.
Read More »Possible smoky driving conditions
With many people heading back to work today after the New Year’s holiday, the Florida Highway Patrol has at least two smoky locations it wants to warn you about. In Suwannee county, a 25 acre controlled burn has left some smouldering areas that are continuing to create smoke. There is …
Read More »Growing poinsettias not easy in Florida climate, but people still seek them here at Christmas
University of Florida’s Environmental Horticulture Department Jim Barrett said people have grown to be nostalgic about poinsettias at the holidays.
Read More »Live Oak remembers Tropical Storm Debby
Flooding from the storm destroyed property and shut down businesses but also brought people together.
Read More »Manatee mania comes to Crystal River
Crystal River used to be one of Florida's best kept secrets, but as tourists across the country learned about the opportunity to swim along with manatees, fish and wildlife officials are struggling to protect the endangered giant sea cow.
Read More »Environmental work begins at Newnans Lake
Mechanical harvesters spent part of the week at the Powers Park access channel on Newnans lake, two miles east of Gainesville.
Read More »Dry conditions, lack of rain could cause wildfires
Florida has not received a heavy dose of rain in more than a month, prompting concerns about potential wildfires.
Read More »Lionfish population in Florida continues to grow
The lionfish, a natural predator, has become a problem in Florida waters and the population is growing quickly.
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