Florida is the Sunshine State for a reason, and this gorgeous State Park is equipped to provide soothing relaxation in nature ...

Paynes Creek Historic State Park in Bowling Green, Florida is exactly that kind of revelation – a serene historical haven tucked away in Hardee County where Florida’s past comes alive without the ...

The Florida lobster tail offers a sweeter alternative to its Maine cousin, served simply with drawn butter that enhances ...

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis vetoed nearly $600 million from the state budget, impacting some Polk County projects ... The budget includes $2 million for the headwaters of the Peace River floodplain ...

The budget includes $10 million for Polk State College's planned Haines City-Davenport campus and $6.1 million for its ...

Myakka River State Park is one of my favorite places to visit when I am in Florida. I usually come down from Michigan between January and April, so I try to make the most of my time while I am here.

Lu the hippo died June 8. He had been at Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park since 1964, and was 65 years old.

Who watches the people who are supposed to be watching the St. Johns River? That's the role of the St. Johns Riverkeeper, which celebrates 25 years.

The Guadalupe River State Park is urging people to stay out of the river. In a Facebook post, the park says that due to recent rainfall upstream, water levels have risen significantly at the park.

Buc-ee's wants to build one of the largest convenience stores in the world in Charlotte County near Peace River. What safety measures will it take?

The art of laziness is strong in Florida, especially when you can get your hands on an inner tube. The state has some great selections for hours-long tube runs, mostly connected with natural spring… ...