Florida Spotlight
Why is Key West Called the Conch Republic?
Here’s the strange but true story behind the Florida island’s nickname
Steve Spears
Florida Spotlight
Is Florida Really the Lightning Capital of the World?
The state has long boasted this unique distinction, but it’s (probably) not true
Florida Spotlight
Not-So Welcome to Our Home: Invasive Species in Florida
These critters came uninvited and are making a mess of the peninsula
Florida Spotlight
Strangest Town Names in Florida
And you thought only the people in Florida were unusual. Here are the unique towns they call home
Florida Spotlight
10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Grease the Movie
There's so much more to this iconic musical than catchy songs
Food and Drink
Florida’s Landmark Restaurants
From Pensacola to Key West, here are the restaurants that made their mark on Florida’s food scene.
Food and Drink
Favorite Dessert Spots Around Florida
From Key West to Jacksonville, these are the dessert spots Floridians can’t get enough of
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Florida’s Best College Football Traditions
From FSU’s flaming spear to the sentimental ‘Two Bit’ cheer at UF, here’s an illustrated history of Florida’s iconic football rituals
Florida Spotlight
Why Florida Loves Publix: An Illustrated History
What George Jenkins envisioned in 1930 has grown into the largest employee-owned grocery chain in the U.S.
Food and Drink
Best Grouper Sandwich Spots in Florida
Grilled, blackened or deep-fried, a grouper sandwich is worth the drive for food fans in Florida
Food and Drink
Best Bloody Mary Bars in Florida
We’ve scoured the reviews and rankings to find the Florida bars that people worship for their Bloody Mary skills.