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Are shark attacks in Florida occurring more frequently than usual?
Shark attacks have been making waves across the country all summer long, especially in Florida. The state has already reported several bites this year, sparking the question: Are shark attacks occurring at a higher-than-normal rate?
Red-state cities and suburbs are becoming more diverse
Growth in Asian, Black and Hispanic communities is transforming cities and suburban counties, especially in red states such as Florida, Indiana and Texas, according to a new Stateline analysis. The presidential swing states of Georgia, Nevada and Pennsylvania also were among the fastest-changing states. Nationally, the share of the non-white population grew in 47 states […] The post Red-state cities and suburbs are becoming more diverse appeared first on Missouri Independent.
Five new oceanfront homes may be built on North Hutchinson Island in St. Lucie County
ST. LUCIE COUNTY — Five oceanfront homes could soon be built on North Hutchinson Island, in a scaled back development proposal, after receiving site plan approval from county commissioners Tuesday. Previous plans for the 3.88-acre property — known as "Sea Loft" and located directly across State Road A1A from...
Two new regional parks at Tradition and Torino moving toward completion in Port St. Lucie
PORT ST. LUCIE — The city may be less than two and a half years away from having two new parks — Tradition Regional Park and Torino Regional Park — city leaders and developers said Tuesday. The two parks together would add hundreds of acres of recreational space paid for with tens of...
Ritz-Carlton Residences towers are rising in Palm Beach Gardens in time for winter sales season
The Ritz Carlton Residences are starting to rise along the Intracoastal Waterway in Palm Beach Gardens with a new builder at the helm, and plenty of hope that the coming tourist season will bring cooler air — and more buyers. Already, the 106-unit, three-building complex has snared one celebrity buyer: golf great Greg...
Florida sues Palm Beach County moving companies accused of bait-and-switch scams
WEST PALM BEACH — A network of South Florida moving companies is accused of multiplying prices on the day of customers' scheduled move and holding their belongings for ransom. A lawsuit against the owner claims he defrauded clients across the country out of more than $1 million since 2018. Florida Attorney General Ashley...
Love Cinema? Register Now for the Vero Beach Museum of Art Film Studies Program
VERO BEACH, FL— The Vero Beach Museum of Art is pleased to announce the series schedule for the upcoming 2024–25 Film Studies Program. The program offers five uniquely themed five-week courses, taking place on Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. at VBMA or accessible via streaming links. Films are selected from the finest classic and contemporary cinema and presented with critical context. This season, themes range from exploring the culture of Cuba to odd couples to music, singers, composers, and more.
Stay Safe on the Water: FWC Encourages Awareness and Divers-Down Flag Compliance
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) urges boaters and divers to prioritize safety this summer in and around Sebastian. Maintaining a watchful eye for your surroundings (360-degree awareness) and following all divers-down flag regulations are key to a worry-free experience. Divers and dive vessels rely on readily identifiable...
Body of 44-year-old Port St. Lucie man recovered at McCarty Ranch Preserve
PORT ST. LUCIE − The body of a 44-year-old man was recovered Thursday night from a lake at McCarty Ranch Preserve after the man reportedly went underwater but didn't resurface, Port St. Lucie police said. Investigators went to the scene on Range Line Road west of Interstate 95 about 2:30 p.m. Thursday after...
Environmental Learning Center Presents Two Fishing Tournaments
Enter our Catch-Photo-Release Fishing Tournament and Lionfish Derby!. Vero Beach— 7/15/24 — The Environmental Learning Center (ELC) is excited to present two, month long fishing events; an inshore Catch-Photo-Release (CPR) Fishing Tournament to benefit education and conservation efforts focused on the Indian River Lagoon (IRL) and a state-wide Lionfish Derby. This harvest event will help eradicate this invasive species that is devastating our reef and marine health. Help support your ELC while you fish by entering these meaningful fishing tournaments!
TikTok star and food critic Keith Lee is in Florida. Will he visit your town?
Popular Tik Tok restaurant critic Keith Lee is in Florida once again and foodies across the state are eagerly awaiting his next move. The social media food reviewer with over 16.4 million TikTok followers and 2 million Instagram followers surprised Jacksonville with a guest appearance Saturday at the ninth annual "Duval Day" event,...
$300K donation helps Florida homeless outreach program keep services available
ORLANDO, Fla. – Staff with SALT Outreach and people experiencing homelessness in downtown Orlando couldn’t be happier. “We were planning to suspend some of our services here in downtown this past Monday. Thanks to this $300,000 gift from the Big Nova Foundation, we’re able to continue services as is,” said Salt Outreach Inc. Executive Director Eric Camarillo.
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