Sumter County gains population

For the last century, flamingos in Florida were more likely to be spotted on T-shirts and cups in a souvenir shop than flapping around in the wild. Suddenly, that might be changing.

Nearly 20% of the companies doing business in Florida that were rated as financially stable went insolvent during the period 2009 to 2022.

As the federal government brings tougher regulations to cattle farms to prevent the spread of H5N1 avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, Florida has imposed its own restrictions on cattle brought into the state.

Florida cities are pretty clean compared to many metropolises in other states, according to the newest American Lung Association “State of the Air” report.

Good news for Florida homeowners: The popular state program that awards up to $10,000 to harden your home is being renewed this year, and it now includes condominiums.