The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) issued an urgent warning on Sunday regarding a significant fuel contamination issue. This potential widespread contamination is the result of human error during fuel handling at the Port of Tampa. Fuel purchased from specific stations supplied by Citgo from the Port of Tampa after 10:00 a.m….
A destructive early-morning fire has tragically swept through the Alligator & Wildlife Discovery Center in Madeira Beach, Florida, resulting in the loss of almost all the animals housed there, as reported by the center’s owner and local authorities. Fire Breaks Out, Killing Approximately 250 Animals Fire crews arrived at the scene shortly after 3 a.m….
Three dozen migrants were recently flown from Texas to Sacramento, a controversial move by Florida officials. While these officials defend the act as voluntary, California authorities counter that the asylum seekers were deceived. This conflict marks another episode in the ongoing clash between Florida’s Republican Governor, Ron DeSantis, and California’s Democratic Governor, Gavin Newsom. Florida…
A Tampa Bay resident, Donnie Adams, has miraculously survived an encounter with a flesh-eating bacterial infection that was deteriorating tissue in his leg. His survival has been attributed to prompt medical intervention, his resilience, and the power of prayer and meditation. Adams was unfortunate to contract this virulent infection after sustaining a bite from a…
Seven Persian cats named Cleopatra, Goldfinger, Leo, Midnight, Napoleon, Snowball, and Squeaky, previously residing in a $2.5 million mansion in South Tampa, Florida, are on the lookout for loving homes. The cats are beneficiaries of a generous inheritance left by their late owner, Nancy Sauer, who passed away last November, as reported by NBC affiliate WFLA-TV…
If you’re an enthusiast for seashell hunting, Destin, Florida should be on your radar. But with so many beaches around, where should you start your adventure? Top 5 Places to Find Seashells Near Destin, Florida 1. Okaloosa Island One of the top spots near Destin for seashell enthusiasts is Okaloosa Island. Situated just a short drive…
Florida State, known for its rigorous focus on attracting and retaining talent across the southeast, has had all 11 of its verbal commitments in #Tribe24 originating from Florida or Georgia. This strategic approach has the Seminoles frequently vying with the Gators, Bulldogs, and Hurricanes for the best recruits. However, even with a keen eye for…
On June 3, 2023, a massive pop-up party in Lake Butler, Florida resulted in chaos, injuries, and arrests. Hundreds of people descended on Lakeside Park, causing immense disruption and posing a significant public safety risk. Unexpected Pop-up Party Spirals Out of Control Initial Gathering at Lakeside ParkAccording to the Union County Sheriff’s Office, the gathering…
On June 15, 24-year-old Florida woman Rebecca Louise Gussage-Johnston was charged with first-degree murder while engaged in aggravated child abuse. The capital felony charges come a month after her initial arrest on lesser charges following the death of her two-year-old son. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office announced that the charges followed the findings of the…
Recent reports confirmed Florida’s citrus industry experienced its worst production season in nearly a century. The 2022-2023 season saw a dramatic reduction in output, largely due to the devastating impact of Hurricane Ian and the persistent citrus greening disease. ON WEDNESDAY, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released the final crop production estimate for the…