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The 8 Best Music Festivals in Florida!

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Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival, Okeechobee, FL

This music festival is "smack dab in the middle of Florida…But if you just want to go see some headliners for the day, I advise you to skip the drive." Huh? What kind of endorsement is that,…
This music festival is "smack dab in the middle of Florida…But if you just want to go see…

The 10 Best Bike Shops in Florida!

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Electric Bike Shop, Port Saint Lucie, FL

The Electric Bike Shop in Port Saint Lucie, Florida, specializes in electronic bikes, selling “the absolute best and most reliable electric bicycles on the market!” Brands include Emojo,…
The Electric Bike Shop in Port Saint Lucie, Florida, specializes in electronic bikes, selling…

The 7 Best Wineries in Florida!

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Summer Crush Vineyard & Winery, Fort Pierce, FL

Formerly known as Endless Summer, this vineyard and winery is a popular choice for those visitors to Fort Pierce. What sets this winery apart from others is that they are the only Florida winery to…
Formerly known as Endless Summer, this vineyard and winery is a popular choice for those visitors…

10 Best Italian Restaurants in Florida!

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La Forchetta Ristorante Italiano, Stuart, FL

If you decide to visit La Forchetta, you better arrive hungry. With all of the appetizers, pasta, and fresh catch options, you’ll want to try as many as possible. La Forchetta also serves…
If you decide to visit La Forchetta, you better arrive hungry. With all of the appetizers, pasta,…

10 Best Craft Fairs in Florida!

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Annual Downtown Stuart Craft Festival, Stuart, FL

Some of the best crafters in the nation gather in Downtown Stuart's historic waterfront for the annual Downtown Stuart Craft Festival. This two-day event is free to attend and features a wide variety…
Some of the best crafters in the nation gather in Downtown Stuart's historic waterfront for the…

The 9 Best Skate Shops in Florida!

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561 Skateboarding, Stuart, FL

High-quality skateboards are the focus at this standout skate shop. They feature their own line of 561 gear alongside top brands in apparel and equipment. Their fans have been known to drive hours…
High-quality skateboards are the focus at this standout skate shop. They feature their own line of…

The 10 Best Boat Rentals in Florida!

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Florida Boat Rentals, Vero Beach, FL

With prices starting at under $200 for a half day, you get quality and value in every outing. They offer boats for fishing or just cruising around on the water. Their location puts you in close…
With prices starting at under $200 for a half day, you get quality and value in every outing. They…

10 Best Eyewear Stores in Florida!

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The Eye Man Optical, Stuart, FL

Family-owned and operated, The Eye Man is the go-to store for unusual eyewear. With frames arranged by color and an open-air boutique, you can easily choose the frame and lenses to fit your…
Family-owned and operated, The Eye Man is the go-to store for unusual eyewear. With frames arranged…

Florida's 10 Best Live Theater Venues!

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Riverside Theatre, Vero Beach, FL

With professional plays and children’s theatre, Riverside Theatre puts on some of the best adult and kid-friendly productions you’ll find in Florida. If you’re interested in giving…
With professional plays and children’s theatre, Riverside Theatre puts on some of the best…

10 Best Auto Shows in Florida!

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Antique Automobile Show, Vero Beach, FL

For over 40 years, Vero Beach’s largest and oldest antique car show has been featuring hundreds of special vehicles on display. This highly anticipated event takes place in the shady Riverside Park…
For over 40 years, Vero Beach’s largest and oldest antique car show has been featuring hundreds of…
Best Things In & Around Okeechobee, FL
10 Best Italian Restaurants in Florida!

La Forchetta Ristorante Italiano, Stuart, FL

Featured in 10 Best Italian Restaurants in Florida!
If you decide to visit La Forchetta, you better arrive hungry. With all of the appetizers, pasta, and fresh catch options, you’ll want to try as many as possible. La Forchetta also serves… Read More
10 Best Craft Fairs in Florida!

Annual Downtown Stuart Craft Festival, Stuart, FL

Featured in 10 Best Craft Fairs in Florida!
Some of the best crafters in the nation gather in Downtown Stuart's historic waterfront for the annual Downtown Stuart Craft Festival. This two-day event is free to attend and features a wide variety… Read More
The 9 Best Skate Shops in Florida!

561 Skateboarding, Stuart, FL

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High-quality skateboards are the focus at this standout skate shop. They feature their own line of 561 gear alongside top brands in apparel and equipment. Their fans have been known to drive hours… Read More
10 Best Marijuana Dispensaries in Florida

Sanctuary Sebring, Sebring, FL

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Sanctuary is more than a place to pick up your medical marijuana products. It’s a place where you’ll find experts who can tell you everything you need to know about cannabis and help you… Read More
The 10 Best Boat Rentals in Florida!

Florida Boat Rentals, Vero Beach, FL

Featured in The 10 Best Boat Rentals in Florida!
With prices starting at under $200 for a half day, you get quality and value in every outing. They offer boats for fishing or just cruising around on the water. Their location puts you in close… Read More
10 Best Veterinarians in Florida!

Oak Hammock Animal Hospital, Sebring, FL

Featured in 10 Best Veterinarians in Florida!
Previously known as Anderson Animal Clinic, this hospital has made a name for itself serving the Highlands, Hardee, and Polk county areas. Having gone through significant upgrades in both its… Read More
Florida's 10 Best Live Theater Venues!

Riverside Theatre, Vero Beach, FL

Featured in Florida's 10 Best Live Theater Venues!
With professional plays and children’s theatre, Riverside Theatre puts on some of the best adult and kid-friendly productions you’ll find in Florida. If you’re interested in giving… Read More
10 Best Auto Shows in Florida!

Antique Automobile Show, Vero Beach, FL

Featured in 10 Best Auto Shows in Florida!
For over 40 years, Vero Beach’s largest and oldest antique car show has been featuring hundreds of special vehicles on display. This highly anticipated event takes place in the shady Riverside Park… Read More
10 Best Eyewear Stores in Florida!

The Eye Man Optical, Stuart, FL

Featured in 10 Best Eyewear Stores in Florida!
Family-owned and operated, The Eye Man is the go-to store for unusual eyewear. With frames arranged by color and an open-air boutique, you can easily choose the frame and lenses to fit your… Read More
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Okeechobee News

USDA Announces $29 Million to Increase American-Made Fertilizer Production

March 11, 2023
Independent Businesses Submitted More than 350 Applications for $3 Billion in Funding to Expand Domestic Fertilizer Capacity First Round of Awards Will Spur Competition and Give U.S. Farmers More… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Debunks Book Ban Hoax

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
March 9, 2023
Click here for a video presentation. To download, click here. ***EXPLICIT CONTENT NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN*** TAMPA, FL — On March 8th, Governor Ron DeSantis further set the record… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Delivers State of the State Address

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
March 8, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On March 7th, Governor Ron DeSantis delivered his State of the State address to the joint legislative session from the Florida House of Representatives chamber in Tallahassee.… Read More

Governor DeSantis Receives Two Bills from the Florida Legislature

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
March 3, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On March 2nd, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bills from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until March 17, 2023, to act on these bills. HB 11B –… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces First Month of Toll Relief Program Savings

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
March 3, 2023
Tallahassee, FL— On March 2nd, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the Toll Relief Program, signed into law by the Governor in December 2022, concluded its first month of toll relief for… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Five to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 28, 2023
Lake Buena Vista, FL —On Feb 27th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Martin Garcia, Bridget Ziegler, Brian Aungst Jr., Michael A. Sasso, and Ron Peri to the Central Florida… Read More

Governor DeSantis Signs One Bill

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 28, 2023
Lake Buena Vista, FL — On Feb 27th, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bill: CS/HB 9B – Reedy Creek Improvement District, Orange and Osceola Counties Click here to view the… Read More

Governor DeSantis Receives One Bill from the Florida Legislature

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 27, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 27th, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bill from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until March 14, 2023, to act on this bill. CS/HB 9B –… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Legislation Ending the Corporate Kingdom of Walt Disney World

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 27, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 27th, Governor Ron DeSantis signed House Bill (HB) 9-B, Reedy Creek Improvement District, Orange, and Osceola Counties, to end self-governing status and special… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Two to the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 25, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 24th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Cara Higgins and Richard Toppino to the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority. Cara Higgins Higgins, of Key West,… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Three to the Commercial Motor Vehicle Review Board

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 25, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 24th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Jonathan “Scott” Christy, Kathy Panozzo, and Scott Reagan to the Commercial Motor Vehicle Review… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Donald DeFosset to the Tampa Sports Authority

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 25, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 24th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Donald DeFosset to the Tampa Sports Authority. Donald DeFosset DeFosset, of Tampa, is the… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Three to the State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 25, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 24th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Stormie Knight and the reappointment of Adrian Soud and Patricia Tuthill to the State Council for Interstate… Read More

ICYMI: WA Among The 20 States Announcing Historic Governor-Led Reproductive Freedom Alliance

From: Washington Governor Jay Inslee
February 22, 2023
In case you missed it: On Feb 21st, California Governor Gavin Newsom, Colorado Governor Jared Polis, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, Delaware Governor John Carney, Hawai’i Governor Josh Green,… Read More

Inflation Hits Valentine’s Day

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 20, 2023
Floridians, On Tuesday, the January Consumer Price Index report was released and it indicated that inflation increased 6.4% annually. With inflation rates like these, people are going to have to do… Read More
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Okeechobee Music and Arts Festival

Okeechobee Music and Arts Festival
Sunshine Grove, 12517 NE 91st Avenue, Okeechobee, FL
Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival is a 4 day surreal experience, filled with multi-genre music, immersive art and transformative events, deep in... Read More

Oxbow Eco-Center

Oxbow Eco-Center
5400 Northeast Saint James Drive, Port Saint Lucie, FL
About Us:The Oxbow Eco-Center is an environmental learning center located on a 225-acre preserve on the North Fork of the St. Lucie River and is wh... Read More

Spruce Bluff Preserve

Spruce Bluff Preserve
611 SE Dar Lane, Port Saint Lucie, FL
Two self-guiding interpretive trails cover this 97-acre site. One loop trail describes the site of the 1891 pioneer settlement and cemetery along t... Read More

Gatorama

Gatorama
6180 U.S. Highway 27, Palmdale, FL
Steeped in old Florida charm, Gatorama is one of the few remaining original Florida roadside attractions. Thousands of snaggle-tooth 'gators and cr... Read More

McKee Botanical Garden

McKee Botanical Garden
350 US Highway 1, Vero Beach, FL
McKee Botanical Garden, Inc. is a private, not-for-profit cultural organization located at the southern gateway to Vero Beach, Florida, with the mi... Read More

Sailfish Splash Waterpark

Sailfish Splash Waterpark
931 SouthEast Ruhnke Street, Stuart, FL
Sailfish Splash Waterpark at Martin County fulfills the recreation, fitness, and competitive swimming and diving dreams of the community.The state-... Read More

Rio Skate Park at Langford Park

Rio Skate Park at Langford Park
2269 North East Dixie Highway (707), Jensen Beach, FL
In Jensen Beach, this great skate park dips down with banks, walls and two cement bowls. The Rio Jensen Skate Park has a beginner bowl with a three... Read More

Indian RiverSide Park

Indian RiverSide Park
1707 NorthEast Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach, FL
Indian RiverSide Park (IRSP) is the premier family destination park in Martin County. The Indian Riverside Park's standout family feature is the in... Read More

The Children's Museum of the Treasure Coast

The Children's Museum of the Treasure Coast
1707 NorthEast Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach, FL
The Children’s Museum of the Treasure Coast (TCM) is in the heart of Indian Riverside Park in Jensen Beach. The Children's Museum opened in A... Read More
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