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The History of Bradenton Florida
Just south of the Manatee River, resting near the mouth at Tampa Bay, is Bradenton — a staple of the west-central part of our state of Florida. Bradenton is surrounded by gorgeous waters, both fresh and salt. It serves as the access point for more than 20 miles of...
Guide to Florida’s Fabulous Trees
When you think of Florida, you might think of sandy beaches, warm weather, and citrus groves. But did you know that Florida is also home to a wide variety of trees? From towering pines to delicate orchids, the state's trees are as diverse and interesting as its...
The Dark Side of Florida’s Contracting Industry
Florida's construction industry has long been plagued by issues with bad contractors. From shoddy workmanship to outright fraud, homeowners in the Sunshine State have all too often found themselves the victims of unscrupulous individuals and companies. However, over...
The Top 8 Christmas Things You Can Only Do In Florida
Snowbirds come to the Sunshine State… for a good reason. However, in the holiday months locally, our temperatures are far removed from the traditional winter wonderland experienced elsewhere throughout the country. Even though it doesn’t feel like Christmas in...
The Four Most Important People In Florida History
Several entrepreneurs were responsible for the shaping of modern-day Florida. Following early Native inhabitants, written records about life in our state began with the arrival of the Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León in 1513. However, other sailors may have touched...
The Best Florida High School Football Teams All-Time
Outside of Texas, there’s only one other state synonymous with high school football. The Sunshine State continuously produces local talent. In the most recent NFL Draft, a country-leading 37 Florida student-athletes were selected. Florida has also had at least one...
Top Things You Didn’t Know Came From Florida
Every state is known for something specific. California has Hollywood. Colorado has ski slopes. Nevada has casinos. When it comes to our “Sunshine State,” the offerings are so widespread, it’s hard to really pin down what makes us notorious nationally. Sure, there...
The Founding of Clearwater
A sparkling paradise located on Florida’s Gulf Coast, Clearwater is home to one of the country’s best beachside locations. To say it’s always sunny in Clearwater is an understatement. The smallest of the principal cities in the Tampa Bay Area, the Pinellas County...
Top 10 Most Dangerous Animals in Florida
Our state is known for its rich biodiversity. We have a whole outdoor industry (on both land, swamp, and sea) worth billions that fuels our local economy, enticing millions of visitors each year. Because of this, there’s a large chance of a human-animal encounter. ...
The History of Orlando Florida
If you take a flight to Orlando, be it from somewhere else in Florida or from anywhere in the world, the onboard flight attendant will claim the city is the “place that Mickey Mouse built.” This is partially true. The Florida staple is the Mecca of entertainment,...
