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A Naples firm wants to turn a vehicle proving ground built in the Florida Everglades into an “iconic” luxury-car lovers exclusive community. Conservation organizations strongly oppose the idea.
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The Atlantic hurricane season is entering what is typically the busiest stretch, but an El Niño event is expected to suppress tropical activity.
- Fort Myers Beach seeks input from public on creating long-term resiliency
- DeSantis says infusion of major federal dollars will speed key aspect of Everglades Restoration
- Captiva residents urged to allow free removal of Australian pines, green iguanas
- NOAA's more informative hurricane cone a permanent part of the agency's warnings
- Photographer snaps shot of endangered Florida panther inside front entrance to Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
- It may be an 'obvious' Southwest Florida critter story, but it still retains some value
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Florida’s Rural and Family Lands Protection Program is protecting more than 9,100 acres in the Peace River Valley. -
Downtown Sarasota's newest bakery is a family affair — and a way for its Ukrainian owners to stay connected to home during an ongoing war.
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SNAP, also known as food stamps, has seen a rapid and consistent participation decline since last July. The drop comes as the program faces historic cuts and changes.
