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A Miami Chef’s 3 Outdoor Picks Beyond Restaurants

A Miami Chef’s 3 Outdoor Picks Beyond Restaurants

Chef Pedro Mederos shares three ways he steps away from the kitchen around Miami.

Three Alcohol-Free Ways to Spend a Day in Miami

Three Alcohol-Free Ways to Spend a Day in Miami

A Pinecrest market, a Brickell nature preserve and bayfront art offer low-key Miami outings beyond bars and restaurants.

Magic, Disney Extend Jersey Deal and Community Partnership

Magic, Disney Extend Jersey Deal and Community Partnership

Disney branding will remain on Orlando Magic jerseys as the organizations extend their Central Florida partnership.

Disney’s Character Warehouse to Move at Vineland Outlets

Disney’s Character Warehouse to Move at Vineland Outlets

The Disney outlet store remains open while it prepares to relocate to a larger former Timberland space.

Commercial Flights Resume at Panama City’s ECP Airport

Commercial Flights Resume at Panama City’s ECP Airport

Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport reopened Saturday after severe weather disrupted operations.

Loungefly Adds Disney, Cars and Bluey Backpack Charms

Loungefly Adds Disney, Cars and Bluey Backpack Charms

New $20 mystery mini backpack charms include Disney Princess, Cars and Bluey designs, with select Princess sets also sold separately.

Florida Homestead Portability 2026: Keep Your Tax Savings

Florida Homestead Portability 2026: Keep Your Tax Savings

Moving within Florida? Here’s how Save Our Homes portability can lower the assessed value of your new homestead.

Jacksonville Groups Highlight Edible Gardening and Event Planning

Jacksonville Groups Highlight Edible Gardening and Event Planning

Eat Your Yard Jax and Aligned Events Co. were featured during a River City Live Foodie Friday segment.

A First-Time Miami Trip Is Best Planned by Neighborhood

A First-Time Miami Trip Is Best Planned by Neighborhood

A neighborhood-by-neighborhood approach can help first-time Miami visitors spend less time crossing the city.

Jacksonville’s Eric Dunn Uses Content to Spotlight Jax Parks

Jacksonville’s Eric Dunn Uses Content to Spotlight Jax Parks

The Jacksonville creator discusses turning a viral Vine-era audience into a tool for local community engagement.

Florida Flight Delays Mount as Hurricane Isaias Nears Gulf Coast

Florida Flight Delays Mount as Hurricane Isaias Nears Gulf Coast

Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport planned to halt operations Thursday night as weather disruptions spread statewide.

16 Panhandle State Parks Close Ahead of Isaias

16 Panhandle State Parks Close Ahead of Isaias

Sixteen Florida state parks across the Panhandle announced closures as Tropical Storm Isaias approached.

Florida State Parks Add Battery-Powered Tools in $250K Partnership

Florida State Parks Add Battery-Powered Tools in $250K Partnership

A new $250,000 partnership will expand battery-powered equipment at Florida’s state parks.

Florida State Parks Expand Battery-Powered Tool Fleet

Florida State Parks Expand Battery-Powered Tool Fleet

A $250,000 Foundation investment will send quieter battery-powered equipment to parks, trails and historic sites statewide.

Florida Waterways Emerge as a Governor’s Race Issue

Florida Waterways Emerge as a Governor’s Race Issue

Byron Donalds and David Jolly have outlined differing approaches to Florida water quality and coastal protection.

Flood, Coastal Hazards Threaten Florida Through Thursday

Flood, Coastal Hazards Threaten Florida Through Thursday

More than 5 inches of rain is possible in some areas, while First Coast beaches face coastal flooding and rip currents.

Storms Delay Nearly 250 Florida Flights Tuesday

Storms Delay Nearly 250 Florida Flights Tuesday

Orlando led the state’s reported delays as the FAA warned of afternoon thunderstorms at major Florida airports.

Miami Guide Highlights Beaches, Wynwood and Little Havana

Miami Guide Highlights Beaches, Wynwood and Little Havana

A Time Out guide points visitors to Miami Beach, Wynwood, Little Havana and PortMiami cruise options.

Wekiwa Springs State Park Adds Four Glamping Tents

Wekiwa Springs State Park Adds Four Glamping Tents

Four new glamping tents offer an air-conditioned overnight option at Wekiwa Springs State Park.

Orlando Airport Launches Upgraded Gate Link Trams

Orlando Airport Launches Upgraded Gate Link Trams

New Gate Link trams are now serving Gates 100 through 129 at Orlando International Airport.

Dogtopia Jacksonville Beach Blvd. Details Pet Care Services

Dogtopia Jacksonville Beach Blvd. Details Pet Care Services

The Jacksonville pet-care business says it offers dog daycare, overnight boarding and grooming services.

Franz Wagner Ready for New Era as Magic Camp Opens

Franz Wagner Ready for New Era as Magic Camp Opens

The Magic forward says he is healthy and eager to adjust as Orlando begins training camp under Sean Sweeney.

Florida Home Hardening Tax Exemption: What Qualifies

Florida Home Hardening Tax Exemption: What Qualifies

A clear guide to Florida’s 2026–2029 refund for qualifying impact windows, exterior doors and garage doors.

Florida Wind Mitigation Inspection 2026: New Form & Discounts

Florida Wind Mitigation Inspection 2026: New Form & Discounts

What Florida homeowners need to know about the April 2026 wind mitigation form, eligible inspectors, qualifying features and insurance submission.

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