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AAA activates ‘Tow to Go’ for Thanksgiving holiday weekend
As AAA prepares to rescue more than 360,000 drivers with car trouble this holiday weekend... more
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AAA will rescue more than 360,000 stranded drivers
AAA expects to rescue over 360,000 stranded motorists nationwide over Thanksgiving weekend... more
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‘Lava Glow’ – the latest caladium variety.
UF working to expand your options for decorative holiday plants
When you think of decorative holiday plants, you might buy traditional poinsettias. But have you ever considered a caladium at Christmas? more
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NFPA urges extra caution when preparing your feast this Thanksgiving
Overall, cooking is the leading cause of U.S. home fires and injuries,... more
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NFPA reminds the public to celebrate Halloween with fire safety in mind
According to NFPA data, candles accounted for an annual average of 7,400 home fires... more
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Last year’s 386 jars of peanut butter totaling 481.5 pounds of a healthy, nutritious snack.
Spread the word about the peanut butter challenge
Start Giving Season early this year by participating in UF/IFAS Extension’s 2023 Peanut Butter Challenge throughout October. more
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A mahi-mahi created by last year’s seventh-ninth grade, first place saltwater winner, Penelope Horwitz.
FWC to host Florida State Fish Art Contest
The annual Fish Art Contest is now open! more
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Historic 4-H Camp receives $10,000 for Revitalization Campaign
Florida 4-H Camp Cherry Lake sits in the northernmost reaches of Florida, dotted... more
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Glades Electric Charitable Trust awards $16,500 for five student programs
Thanks to Glades Electric Cooperative members, over $16,550 in Operation Round Up... more
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Outdoor and at-home summer activity ideas
Running out of at-home activities for your kid to do? more
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National Fire Protection Association gives electrical safety tips
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) provides the following electrical safety tips: more
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Glades Electric secures funding to enhance internet in Basinger and Viking areas
Glades Electric Cooperative announced it has secured $5,000,000 in funding through... more
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Study suggest electric vehicles lose significant range when hauling heavy cargo
A new study finds that electric vehicles (EVs) lose a significant amount of range when... more
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AAA will rescue more than 483,000 stranded drivers Memorial Day weekend
A recent AAA survey found that 52% of Floridians plan to get a professional vehicle inspection... more
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Florida gas price update for the week of May 8
Average gasoline prices in Florida have fallen 8.8 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.52/g on Monday, May 8... more
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Florida Weekly Gas Price Update
Average gasoline prices in Florida have risen 15.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.69/gallon today (April 24)... more
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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, April 22
Many people leave expired or unneeded medications in their medicine cabinets. These substances can cause serious health problems, including drug overdose, if they fall into the wrong hands. … more
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Highlands County Heritage Festival held at Lockett Estate
The festival included tours of the historic home, musical entertainment, … more
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Florida 4-H upgrades camp experience, increases access March 6
As registration for 2023 Florida 4-H summer camp programs is underway... more
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Dr. Steven Noll
Highlands Hammock announces Florida Humanities Program
A Florida Humanities program with an environmental focus is scheduled for March 2 at Highlands Hammock State Park. Dr. Steven Noll... more
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