WASHINGTON, D.C. — One of Florida’s favorite marine mammals is getting recognized with a United States Postal Service stamp. A new "Save Manatees" stamp will be available across the country later this ...

In fact, the FWC says boat collisions are the leading human-related cause for manatee deaths, averaging over 90 annually statewide. A number shanker hopes doesn't grow with people celebrating New Year ...

Does your wish list include shells, sweets or swimming with manatees? Here's what Floridians can add to their list in 2026 ...

Highlights: Milburn was a difference maker for Venice in the 500-yard freestyle and the 200-yard individual medley. In the ...

From political kerfuffles to heartwarming moments of community celebration, the Longboat Observer captured it all in the past ...

A good friend of mine hired a professional photographer, at great expense, to take pictures during a planned event. Afterward, when the finished pictures were delivered, virtually all of them were ...

The Clearwater Marine Aquarium was riding expansion plans coming into the new decade, buoyed by rising attendance and revenue ...

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium held the official grand opening of the new Mote Science Education Aquarium on Oct. 8. The new Aquarium marks decades of leadership and philanthropy that paved the way ...

One of the year's first Florida fairs, festivals featuring food, drink and music, and more January events in Sarasota, ...

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Manatee County commissioners recently approved an investment of $24 million into the county’s parks. Recently, mornings have been really busy for crews working at Manatee County ...

Happy 2026! We are kicking off the new year with Jam Rock Band Whale Feral here on Live Music Showcase! Check it out!

A New Year’s Eve ball drop is returning to downtown New Port Richey for the second year in a row, after drawing roughly ...