Lee County has issued a burn ban due to unusually dry conditions and a severe drought. The ban prohibits campfires, bonfires, and trash burning, but does not include grills for food. Lee became the ...

Petrosky was recently appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis and sworn into office on Dec. 15. As she begins her service on the Lee Board of County Commissioners, the Listening Tour will give residents the ...

Pinellas County needs to close some public schools and consolidate several others. The reason is stark: 35,000 empty seats.

A famous Florida author, art and Florida wildlife are the focal points of festivals in Lake County and nearby.

Florida recognizes the birthdays of both Martin Luther King, Jr. and Confederate General Robert E. Lee on the same day in January. Florida law still includes three Confederate holidays: Robert E.

About one third of Florida school districts hold classes on Veterans Day. State lawmakers are moving to end that practice.

The TDC treasurer stepped aside and the CVB president is on paid leave; meanwhile the courthouse will have more oversight over finances. Details: ...

BCSO says this tourism official used his CVB credit card to pay for his wife on work trips, a Valentine's Day meal, and other unauthorized expenses.

Every year the New York Times singles out 52 places it recommends audience visits. Southwest Florida is in the spotlight for 2026.

"Although the winter storm has ended, snow, sleet, and ice have left hazardous road conditions across the city," the city ...

Nationwide Expos announces Ski & Outdoor Expo series in Colorado, where enthusiasts will be able to connect with ...