MONROE COUNTY, Fla. – Two individuals were cited for possession of undersized fish and stone crab in separate incidents over the weekend in Islamorada. Marine Deputy Nelson Sanchez issued mandatory notices to appear in court to both individuals. Sergio Yuri Sardinas, 62, of Miami, Florida,…
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A federal appeals court has upheld Florida’s regulations on pompano fishing in federal waters of the Gulf of Mexico, rejecting a challenge by a commercial fisherman who argued that the state lacked authority to impose such rules. The 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals sided…
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RUSKIN, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County (DOH-Hillsborough) has issued a water quality advisory for Simmons Park Beach in Ruskin. Water samples collected on Wednesday, February 5th, 2025, revealed elevated levels of Enterococcus bacteria, exceeding the recreational water quality standards set…
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a new initiative this week aimed at providing tax relief to residents while promoting Second Amendment rights. Dubbed “Second Amendment Summer,” the tax holiday will allow Floridians to purchase firearms, ammunition, and related accessories tax-free for over a month, from…
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MONROE COUNTY, Fla. – Two individuals were cited for wildlife violations in separate incidents over the weekend in the Florida Keys. On Sunday, February 2nd, at approximately 10:00 a.m., 36-year-old Roberto Bahamondez of Miami was cited at the Channel Two Bridge for possessing two undersized…
Read More Orlando And Miami Men Cited For Wildlife Violations In The Florida Keys
Florida’s Gulf Coast is experiencing an increase in red tide activity, with a significant number of samples testing positive for the harmful algal bloom. Over the past week, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) detected Karenia brevis, the organism responsible for red tide,…
Read More Red Tide Intensifies Along Florida’s Gulf Coast, Fish Kills, Respiratory Issues Reported
Red tide, caused by the organism Karenia brevis, has been detected in 34 samples collected from Florida’s Gulf Coast over the past week. Bloom concentrations (greater than 100,000 cells/liter) were observed in five samples, including one from Charlotte County and four from Lee County. Satellite…
Read More Red Tide Bloom Detected Off Florida’s Gulf Coast; Fish Kills And Respiratory Irritation Reported
Florida, renowned for its vibrant ecosystems, boasts a network of nature preserves that play a crucial role in conserving the state’s unique biodiversity. These protected areas offer refuge for a variety of plant and animal species, some of which are found nowhere else in the…
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Red tide continues to plague Southwest Florida, with the harmful algal bloom organism Karenia brevis detected in 23 water samples collected over the past week. Bloom concentrations, indicating a higher risk of adverse effects, were observed in four samples: one each from Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte,…
Read More Red Tide Persists In Southwest Florida, Fish Kills And Respiratory Issues Reported
POLK COUNTY, Fla. – The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is holding a Firearms Safety Course and Concealed Weapons Class on Saturday, February 8th, providing residents with the opportunity to learn essential firearm safety practices and fulfill the training requirements for a Florida concealed weapons permit.…
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