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The 10 Best Sports Centers in Florida!

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Seminole County Sports Complex, Sanford, FL

Whether you’re looking to find a spot for a big tournament or simply want to play a game or two with friends, the Seminole County Sports Complex is a great spot to check out. This central…
Whether you’re looking to find a spot for a big tournament or simply want to play a game or…

The 10 Best Doughnut Shops in Florida!

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Donuts to Go, Sanford, FL

Don’t let the name fool you—this little doughnut shop offers some seating so you can enjoy your snack in store. In addition to their fabulous doughnuts (round and square), guests rave…
Don’t let the name fool you—this little doughnut shop offers some seating so you can…

The 8 Best Farmers Markets in Florida!

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Lake Mary Farmers Market, Lake Mary, FL

One thing that sets this market apart from the majority of other Floridian markets is that man’s best friend is allowed to shop and browse along with its owner. One of the only dog-friendly…
One thing that sets this market apart from the majority of other Floridian markets is that…

9 Best First Date Locations in Florida

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St. John’s Rivership Cruise, Sanford, FL

If you’re planning on a lunch or dinner date, do it in style by combining a meal with a cruise down the St. John’s River. This gorgeous boat gives you amazing views from every angle, so…
If you’re planning on a lunch or dinner date, do it in style by combining a meal with a…

The 7 Best Markets in Florida!

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Petty’s Meats, Longwood, FL

Fresh meats take centerstage at this amazing meat market, but that’s not all they going for them. This old-fashioned butcher shop is all about personal service, slicing up meats to order and…
Fresh meats take centerstage at this amazing meat market, but that’s not all they going for…

10 Best Wedding Locations in Florida

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Luxmore Grande Estate, Winter Springs, FL

This one-of-a-kind estate is grand in every sense of the word. Historical and luxurious, your wedding receives plenty of privacy and all the attention it deserves. Majestic chandeliers, open…
This one-of-a-kind estate is grand in every sense of the word. Historical and luxurious, your…

The 10 Best Pubs in Florida!

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St. Andrews Tavern, Altamonte Springs, FL

Ice cold beer and traditional pub eats—what more could you ask for? Hungry patrons love coming here because of the portion sizes and variety of food options that fill and delight. They have…
Ice cold beer and traditional pub eats—what more could you ask for? Hungry patrons love…

The 10 Best Mexican Restaurants in Florida!

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Señor Tequila, Winter Springs, FL

The Señor “offers the most authentic Mexican food that will make your taste buds get up and dance,” according to their website. Señor Tequila in Winter Springs, Florida…
The Señor “offers the most authentic Mexican food that will make your taste buds get…

10 Best Wedding Planners in Florida

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Blue Ribbon Weddings, Altamonte Springs, FL

From full-service wedding planning to event design and production, Blue Ribbon Weddings handles it all. They’ve been planning and coordinating weddings for nearly a decade, giving them years of…
From full-service wedding planning to event design and production, Blue Ribbon Weddings handles it…

Best Pizza in Florida: Our 10 Favorites!

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CJ’s Italian Kitchen, Longwood, FL

CJ’s is a favorite among locals in the Longwood area. The servers make you feel right at home and the pies are perfect to eat in store or take out to a party or gathering. Create your own with…
CJ’s is a favorite among locals in the Longwood area. The servers make you feel right at home…
Best Things In & Around Sanford, FL
The 14 Best Holiday Shopping Destinations in Florida!

Winter on the Avenue,, Winter Park, Florida

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With over 140 boutiques, museums and cafés, it is clear why Park Avenue is Central Florida’s holiday shopping gem. The premier shopping street is accompanied with holiday events such as… Read More
10 Best Interior Designers in Florida

March-Michaels Interior Design, Winter Park, FL

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Serving Florida since 1985, the team at Marc-Michaels Interior Design keeps a watchful eye on home decor trends as they evolve. With a team of more than 70 top-rated industry professionals, they have… Read More
The 10 Best Pubs in Florida!

St. Andrews Tavern, Altamonte Springs, FL

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Ice cold beer and traditional pub eats—what more could you ask for? Hungry patrons love coming here because of the portion sizes and variety of food options that fill and delight. They have… Read More
10 Best Wedding Planners in Florida

Blue Ribbon Weddings, Altamonte Springs, FL

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From full-service wedding planning to event design and production, Blue Ribbon Weddings handles it all. They’ve been planning and coordinating weddings for nearly a decade, giving them years of… Read More
The 8 Best Tanning Salons in Florida!

Elite Tans, DeLand, FL

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This full-service tanning salon has it all: four levels of UV tanning, sunless tans, red light therapy, teeth whitening, and all the lotions and accessories you need for your experience. Customers… Read More
Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in Florida!

Orlando Science Center

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This marvelous place features four floors of engaging exhibits, big-screen movies and more that makes learning new things actually fun. Locals know this is a great place to bring the kids - or bored… Read More
8 Best Pho Restaurants in Florida

Saigon Noodle & Grill, Orlando, FL

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This family-run restaurant thrives on their noodle soups. The pho here is made fresh daily with plenty of options to suit every palate, from seafood to beef to vegetarian and more. Having been… Read More
The 15 Best Winter Activities in Florida!

Skydiving indoors at iFly, Orlando, FL

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Typically a summer event, the winter temps in Florida are fair enough for some skydiving. If indoor skydiving is more your speed, the friendly folks at iFly have you covered. First time visitors can… Read More
The 10 Best Candy Shops in Florida!

Pat & Toni’s Sweet Things, DeLand, FL

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The wonderful aroma of tie-dye chocolate covered strawberries, flavorful fudges and old school candies is apparent the second you step in this DeLand shop. Whether you’re looking for a tasty… Read More
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Events around Sanford, FL
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Wekiva Island Winter Wonderland

8:00 AM
Wekiva Island, Longwood, FL
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Dec
06

Holiday Floral Workshop

6:00 PM
The Capen House, Winter Park, FL
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07

Wekiva Island Winter Wonderland

8:00 AM
Wekiva Island, Longwood, FL
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08

Wekiva Island Winter Wonderland

8:00 AM
Wekiva Island, Longwood, FL
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Dec
09

Wekiva Island Winter Wonderland

8:00 AM
Wekiva Island, Longwood, FL
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Dec
09

Holiday Friday Nights at the Morse: Beautiful Music Chamber Trio

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The Charles Hosmer Museum of American Art, Winter Park, FL
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09

City of Casselberry - Arts and Music in the Park

6:00 PM
Lake Concord Park, Casselberry, FL
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Sanford News

Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis Announce Funding to Repair Homes and Meet Unmet Needs of Hurricane Ian Impacted Residents

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
December 5, 2022
Up to $25 million from the State of Florida will go toward purchasing building materials to conduct repairs and up to $35.2 million from the Florida Disaster Fund will go to housing and social… Read More

Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Naval Air Station Pensacola Remembrance Day

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
December 5, 2022
On December 6, 2019, a horrific act of terrorism was committed at Naval Air Station Pensacola, taking the lives of three U.S. Navy sailors and injuring other heroic victims. As a mark of respect for… Read More

Inaugural Native American Heritage Month Student and Educator Contest Winners Announced in Ceremony at Governor’s Mansion

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
December 2, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — This week, Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis honored Native American Heritage Month with a reception at the Governor’s Mansion. At the event, the… Read More

Florida Treasury Divesting $2 Billion from BlackRock

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
December 2, 2022
Floridians, This week, I announced that the Florida Treasury is going to begin divesting $2 billion worth of assets that are currently under the management of BlackRock. As your CFO, it is one of… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Makes Two Judicial Appointments

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
December 2, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — On Dec 2nd, Governor Ron DeSantis announces two judicial appointments: one to the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit Court and one to the Palm Beach County Court. John Parnofiello,… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Awards Over $22 Million for Water Quality Projects to Benefit Biscayne Bay

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
December 1, 2022
Key Biscayne, FL — On Dec 1st, Governor Ron DeSantis announced seven awards totaling $22.7 million to support water quality improvements and protection of Biscayne Bay. Projects funded through… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Awards $5.5 Million for Infrastructure in Jacksonville Through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 29, 2022
Jacksonville, FL — On Nov 29th, Governor Ron DeSantis awarded $5.5 million to the City of Jacksonville through the Governor’s Florida Job Growth Grant Fund to construct a rail spur for… Read More

Governor DeSantis Appoints Roberto Gonzalez to the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 24, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — On Nov 23rd, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Roberto Gonzalez to the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners, District 11. Roberto Gonzalez Gonzalez,… Read More

Join the Holiday Money Hunt this Season

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 23, 2022
Floridians, On Nov 22nd, I would like to encourage all Floridians to join the Holiday Money Hunt to look and see if you or your business has Unclaimed Property in Florida. The holidays can be an… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Makes One Judicial Nominating Commission Appointment

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 23, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — On Nov 22nd, Governor Ron DeSantis announces the following appointment to Florida’s Judicial Nominating Commission. First Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating… Read More

Video Release: Governor Ron DeSantis Wishes Floridians a Happy Thanksgiving

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 23, 2022
Video available for use courtesy of the Office of Governor Ron DeSantis. Tallahassee, FL — On Nov 22nd, Governor Ron DeSantis released a video in advance of Thanksgiving: I want to wish… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Unite Florida Portal for State Sheltering and Housing Assistance

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 22, 2022
Residents impacted by Hurricane Ian can visit the Unite Florida Recovery Portal to report sheltering and housing needs and additional unmet needs Tallahassee, FL — On Nov 21st, Governor… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Daniel Espino to the School Board of Miami-Dade County

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 22, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — On Nov 21st, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Daniel Espino to the School Board of Miami-Dade County effective November 22, 2022. Daniel Espino Espino, of… Read More

Florida Creates Jobs for the 30th Consecutive Month, Shows Economic Resiliency Despite Impacts of Hurricane Ian

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 18, 2022
More Floridians Enter the Workforce While National Labor Force Shrinks Tallahassee, FL — On Nov 18th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida’s economic data continues to show… Read More

WellMed Charitable Foundation Contributes $400,000 to Support First Lady Casey DeSantis’ Hope Hero Volunteer Program

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 18, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — On Nov 18th, First Lady Casey DeSantis announced that Florida’s Aging Network received a $400,000 grant from the WellMed Charitable Foundation to continue support of… Read More
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City of Lake Mary Skatepark

City of Lake Mary Skatepark
550 Rantoul Lane, Lake Mary, FL
The Lake Mary Skate Park is located in the Lake Mary Sports Complex.  The park is designed with both street skate and a bowl to accommodate sk... Read More

Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens

Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens
3755 NorthWest Highway 17-92, Sanford, FL
History:First established as the Sanford Zoo in 1923 with a collection of donated animals held by the Sanford Fire Department. In 1941, the zoo was... Read More

Amaya Papaya

Amaya Papaya
3385 South US Highway 17/92, Suite 269, Casselberry, FL
Amaya Papaya is a destination for families to play, learn, party and shop together while hanging out in an eclectic parent-child hangout. Children ... Read More

Blue Spring State Park

Blue Spring State Park
2100 W. French Avenue, Orange City, FL
Conservation measures can produce astounding results. In 1970, two years before Blue Spring State Park was established, researchers tracked 14 mana... Read More

Ed Yarborough Nature Center at Geneva Wilderness Area

Ed Yarborough Nature Center at Geneva Wilderness Area
3485 North CRoute 426, Geneva, FL
About Us:The Ed Yarborough Nature Center at the Geneva Wilderness Area was established with the mission to learn about nature by experiencing it. I... Read More

Rippin' Riverside Skate Park

Rippin' Riverside Skate Park
1608 Lockwood Boulevard, Oviedo, FL
This 30,000 sq. ft. outdoor, lighted skate park is perfect for skaters of all skill levels. Rippin' Riverside was designed and built by Team Pain i... Read More

The Cady Way Trail

The Cady Way Trail
N Palmetto Ave, Orlando, FL
The Cady Way Trail is important to the City, and Central Florida, because it connects the City of Orlando with Orange County, Seminole County, Lake... Read More

Boing Jump Center

Boing Jump Center
532 South Econ Circle Suite 120, Oviedo, FL
What started out as a 2'x 3' model in 2007, created from a lot of visits to Michaels Craft store, and a very cluttered living room floor, soon evol... Read More

Wekiwa Springs State Park

Wekiwa Springs State Park
1800 Wekiwa Circle, Apopka, FL
With emerald springs feeding the Wekiwa River and lush tropical hammocks, this unique park just minutes from Downtown Orlando is perfect for observ... Read More
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