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Florida lawmakers propose ban on shark feeding as state's waters grow more dangerous: 'Increasingly concerned about the practice'

The Cool Down - Oregon · July 6, 2025

"Conditions sharks to associate humans and boats with food." by Robert CrowJuly 6, 2025 Two Florida lawmakers have proposed a bill that would help protect marine wildlife in the federal waters surrounding the state while also keeping boaters safe....

Beloved fast food chain ‘better than In-N-Out’ to open new store as part of 27-store expansion – see list of locations

The U.S. Sun · July 5, 2025

A BELOVED fast food chain that some claim is better than In-N-Out is opening a new store as part of its massive expansion plans. The new spot is opening in just a matter of days, and it's opening in 12 more states in the rest of 2025. 2 A beloved...

This Sleepy Florida Fishing Town Has Zero Stoplights And A Front-Row Seat To Scallop Season

Southern Living ·

Tucked along the Gulf Coast where the Steinhatchee River meets the sea, Steinhatchee, Florida, is the kind of small town that feels like a step back in time—in the best way. With fewer than 1,000 residents, zero stoplights, and Old Florida charm,...

Forget the Canned Beans—This is Real Emergency Food

2020 Conservative · July 5, 2025

I don’t consider myself a doomsday prepper, but I’ve seen enough Florida hurricanes, grocery store freakouts, and government stumbles to know that relying on “the system” is like trusting a raccoon with your car keys. There’s a very fine line...

SNAP Florida Recertification July 2025: How long do you have to start your renewal process?

MARCA · July 5, 2025

For millions of households relying on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps, it is crucial to understand that these benefits are not permanent. To ensure the continuity of food assistance, recipients...

Two Florida cities rank top ten in the U.S. for best staycation destinations: report

NBC 6 Miami - Florida · July 5, 2025

With recent hikes in prices and inflation making going on trips much more expensive, there are alternatives to leaving the state to vacation. According to a report by WalletHub, around 82% of Americans plan on traveling this summer, and for those...

Cape Coral's Slipaway Food Truck Park opens Saturday with marina access

WINK - Florida ·

Cape Coral's first food truck park and marina, Slipaway Food Truck Park, is opening to the public this Saturday. Located at the base of the Cape Coral Bridge, right off the parkway, this new attraction is set to become a community favorite. The...

List of best Old Florida-style restaurants includes Marion County fave

Ocala Star Banner - Florida ·

Forget the chain restaurants and make sure your next road trip includes a taste of Old Florida. From salty oyster bars and waterfront fish camps to quirky roadside diners and historic steakhouses, the Sunshine State is packed with restaurants that...

List of top Old Florida-style restaurants includes one near Lake County

Leesburg Daily Commercial - Florida ·

Forget the chain restaurants and make sure your next road trip includes a taste of Old Florida. From salty oyster bars and waterfront fish camps to quirky roadside diners and historic steakhouses, the Sunshine State is packed with restaurants that...

List of best Old Florida-style restaurants includes a Destin favorite

The Destin Log - Florida ·

Forget the chain restaurants and make sure your next road trip includes a taste of Old Florida. From salty oyster bars and waterfront fish camps to quirky roadside diners and historic steakhouses, the Sunshine State is packed with restaurants that...

HCA Florida hospitals donate hygiene supplies to Interfaith Emergency Services ahead of hurricane season

WIND-FM - Florida · July 4, 2025

ContributedPictured left to right: Adrian French, supply chain director, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital; Karla Greenway, CEO, Interfaith Emergency Services; Alan Keesee, CEO, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital; Kaitlyn Wilson-Butler, communications and...

Food truck companies face backlash for catering ‘Alligator Alcatraz’

The Independent · July 4, 2025

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Florida mom goes viral for fun red, white and blue holiday drink: ‘Your guests may not want to leave’

New York Post · July 4, 2025

A viral Fourth of July drink is fun and easy for the whole family, a content creator says – and could keep friends and family hydrated during the long holiday weekend. Anastasiia Plaksii, a mom and content creator from Tampa, Florida, whipped up...

Florida mom goes viral for red, white and blue summer drink: 'Might have to try it'

Fox News · July 4, 2025

Anastasiia Plaksii, a mom and content creator from Tampa, Florida, whipped up a red, white and blue drink using just Gatorade and Sprite in a TiKTok video that has gone viral. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A viral Fourth of July...

Tropical depression forms near Florida, expected to strengthen

Caribbean National Weekly · July 5, 2025

A tropical depression forming off the coast of Florida is gradually strengthening as it drifts northward toward the Carolinas, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC). Designated Tropical Depression Three, the system developed Friday...

‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ could raise need for food banks like Golden Harvest

WRDW 12 - Georgia · July 4, 2025

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Some nonprofits in Georgia are very concerned about the effect the “Big, Beautiful Bill” will have on helping families in need. President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax and spending cuts plan has been signed into law. Among...

frederica wilson condemns proposed legislation impacting healthcare and food assistance

North Miami-Dade News - Florida · July 3, 2025

Frederica Wilson U.S. House of Representatives from Florida | Official U.S. House HeadshotFrederica Wilson U.S. House of Representatives from Florida | Official U.S. House Headshot Rep. Frederica Wilson, who has served in the U.S. Congress...

Food trucks respond to viral video showing them entering Alligator Alcatraz immigrant detention center

CBS 4 Miami - Florida ·

Food truck operators are responding to a viral TikTok video showing them entering Alligator Alcatraz, a controversial immigration detention site in the Everglades, on Tuesday. The video has sparked backlash. Online outrage builds The video, which...

Best Florida Sports Betting Sites 2025 – Top 10 FL Online Sportsbooks (Update)

SNJ Today - New Jersey · July 4, 2025

Get ready to score big in the Sunshine State with our ultimate guide to the best sports betting sites in Florida! That’s right! We know how hard it is to find trustworthy online sportsbooks, so we’ve made it easier for you by compiling a list of...

Morning Update: South Florida’s top stories for Friday, July 4, 2025

South Florida Sun Sentinel · July 4, 2025

Here are the top stories for Friday, July 4, 2025. Get the weather forecast for today here. SUBSCRIBE NOW: Get our free Morning Update email. Sign up here. ‘Wild Wild West of illegal boat charters’: Pandemic fueled lasting problem in South Florida...