Despite encountering rainy weather on its second-to-last day, the 2024 Florida State Fair proved resilient, adapting to the challenging conditions and ultimately achieving record-breaking attendance figures. With the gates delayed until 3 p.m. and rides closed, organizers responded by offering discounted tickets at just $3, ensuring attendees could still enjoy the attractions. Executive Director Cheryl Flood highlighted the fair's...
Charleston, get ready to welcome a new culinary delight to your neighborhood! Biscuit Belly, a renowned breakfast chain celebrated for its Southern-themed brunch experience, is set to open its first Carolina location in Summerville. This marks a significant milestone in the brand's rapid expansion, which has seen it grow from three to nine locations across the Southeast in just...
One of the most expensive homes in the history of Charleston was just listed for over $12 million.
Situated along the banks of Morgan Creek, 34 Waterway Island Drive is 5,538 sq ft, 6-bed, 8-bath new build.
It was designed and built by Carl McCants and King and Society Construction.
Key features include:
Open kitchen/dining area
A large garage for four vehicles....
As Tampa Bay residents brace themselves for another hurricane season, Pinellas County is taking proactive steps to ensure the safety of its citizens.
With preparations in full swing, county officials are urging residents with specific medical needs to heed a crucial call to update their information in the resident registry, a lifeline during emergencies.
Key Program Details
The Special Needs Evacuation program...
Tampa General Hospital (TGH) stands at the forefront of medical excellence, celebrating a monumental milestone in its illustrious history of organ transplantation. Ranking fourth in the nation for transplant surgeries by volume, TGH sets a new standard with 756 life-saving procedures conducted in 2023.
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This remarkable achievement cements TGH's position as a leading institution in the field, with noteworthy distinctions...
Downtown St. Pete gears up for the Firestone Grand Prix from March 8 to 10. Over 18 days, streets will transform into a race circuit, passing landmarks like Pioneer Park, the Mahaffey Theater, and the Dali Museum before reaching the Albert Whitted Airport runway.
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Around 300 workers will assemble the 1.8-mile track using 18,000 feet of steel-reinforced concrete blocks, weighing...
Two Fox Restaurant Concepts eateries, Flower Child and North Italia, will join the lineup of businesses at The Bowl at Ballantyne, set to open in early 2024.
The Bowl is part of Ballantyne Reimagined, a development project aiming to modernize the south Charlotte suburb. This initiative began 30 years ago, transitioning the area from a corporate park surrounded by forest...
This coming Sunday, Charleston's Old Bethel United Methodist Church, the oldest of its denomination and the third oldest building in the Lowcountry, will celebrate a monumental 227 years of history and community service. Located at 222 Calhoun Street, the church has been a cornerstone of Charleston since its founding in 1797, playing a pivotal role through significant periods including...
Rarely do multiple massive great white sharks appear in Florida's coastal waters, sparking excitement and curiosity among locals and marine enthusiasts. OCEARCH, a renowned organization tracking marine wildlife, has observed four great whites near and around Southwest Florida's waters.
Most notably, researchers recently detected Jekyll, an impressive 8-foot, nearly 400-pound great white, near the Florida Keys, alongside another great white...
A lucky shopper at a Publix in DeLand, Florida, struck gold with a free ticket, winning the $1.75 million Florida Jackpot Triple Play jackpot. The winning numbers—8, 23, 28, 29, 44, and 45—were drawn on Tuesday.
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The fortunate winner picked up the ticket at the Publix on South Woodland Boulevard in DeLand, enjoying the perks of a complimentary quick pick...