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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…
Read More Florida’s Nature Preserves: A Vital Sanctuary For Wildlife And Recreation
Senator Rick Scott, alongside Representatives John Rutherford and Darren Soto, has introduced the bipartisan, bicameral Red Snapper Act, aiming to prevent the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) from unilaterally closing the red snapper fishery in the South Atlantic. The bill seeks to halt any…
Read More Florida Lawmakers Intro Red Snapper Act To Protect Florida’s Fishing Industry
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.…
Read More Polk County Sheriff’s Office Offers Firearms Safety, Concealed Weapons Class
The Florida Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Task Force has released its third consensus document, highlighting significant progress in the fight against red tide. The report details key advancements in research, monitoring, and public communication since its last update in 2021. Red tide, caused by the…
Read More Florida Makes Strides In Battling Red Tide, New Report Shows
The Florida panther, a symbol of the state’s wild beauty, is in a perilous fight for survival. This iconic creature, once a common sight throughout the southeastern United States, is now facing the very real threat of extinction. The panther’s population has dwindled to a…
Read More Florida Panther: A Fight for Survival On The Brink Of Extinction