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Mustang Makeover Challenge youth trainer, Sevyn Jathnielle, works to strengthen the bond with her mustang.
Local youth work to gentle wild horses
A group of wild horses from the west coast, including California, have been rounded up more
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Okeechobee's Trail of Hope Rescue has puppies galore
OKEECHOBEE – If you’re in the market for some puppy love, check out the Trail of Hope rescue in Okeechobee. more
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As Florida enters termite swarm season, UF/IFAS scientists tell consumers what to know
Termites cause $5 billion a year in damage to structures across America more
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A conservation easement is a legal agreement between a landowner and a land trust or government agency that limits the use of the land to protect its conservation values.
A Natural Treasure: Florida’s Sandhills & Grasslands
A few miles southeast of Lake City, a 439-acre pristine sandhill ecosystem thrives. more
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This photo is of a Burmese python.
UF led team to forecast invasive species’ spread in southeast
A team of scientists is embarking on a two-year project to forecast how invasive species might roam beyond Florida more
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Shellfish may improve water quality in north Florida estuary
A team of scientists from the University of Florida and elsewhere hopes to restore a polluted estuary in north Florida... more
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A snook swims in a recovery tank after tagging.
Scientists collaborate with Duke Energy to tag snook to learn more about winter survival and migration patterns
University of Florida researchers have teamed up with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission more
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Florida Forest Service launches “Be Wildfire Ready” campaign to educate Panhandle residents
On Feb. 25, the Florida Forest Service announced the launch of a wildfire prevention initiative aimed at educating residents more
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Florida’s Historic Capitol is turned purple to promote Alzheimer’s Awareness at the 2020 Alzheimer’s Rally in Tally.
Alzheimer’s advocates to gather virtually for annual ‘Rally in Tally’
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, however, this year’s Alzheimer’s “Rally in Tally” – March 9-11 – will be in a virtual format more
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Pictured is black and white tegu.
FWC approves rule changes to help protect Florida from 16 high-risk invasive reptiles
FWC approves staff recommendations to create new rules to address the importation, breeding and possession of high-risk invasive reptiles. more
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Collier County Deputies, CSD Ahrens and Corporal Johnny Cisnero stopped to have their photo taken with the famous “LOVE LIFE” sign that Steve Fugate wears above his head while he walks.
The Love-Life Guy walks for panthers and people
LABELLE - Steve Fugate has walked across the U.S. eight times. He is known as the original “LOVE LIFE” guy, who has logged over 30,000 miles with his LOVE LIFE sign. “Love Life … more
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Florida PSC and FTRI discuss new technology use to benefit Floridians with speech or hearing disabilities
On Feb. 16, the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) met with Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc. (FTRI) representatives... more
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Linda Hazellief is known to friends and family as Ms. MacGyver.
Inspiring Okeechobee: Linda Hazellief is a jack of all trades
We know her now as a One Blood recruiter, but Linda Hazellief has had many unusual occupations. more
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FWC virtual meeting Feb. 25-26 open to the public
This meeting is being held by communications media technology, specifically using Adobe Connect more
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Florida Highway Patrol provides low visibility safety tips
Visibility can change within seconds, so use caution when driving in low visibility as wildfires, smoke, fog and heavy rain more
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A red cardinal perches on a gray branch.
It's almost time for the annual Great Backyard Bird Count
The 24th annual Great Backyard Bird Count is coming soon. more
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Keep pets and backyard animals from becoming prey to coyotes
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding Florida residents and visitors to protect pets and backyard animals from becoming prey to coyotes and other wildlife as reports... more
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Publix Super Market Charities gives $15,000 donation to Compassion House
Publix Super Markets Charities recently donated $15,000.00 to support The Salvation Army’s Compassion House. more
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Cats that love to go on adventures with you in the backyard, walking on a harness and leash or cruising in a stroller.
February is for Felines: Best Friends Animal Society offers tips to keep your pet healthy during National Cat Health Month
Pet cats are varied and complex creatures more
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Olay Miledaya Ph.D
Shimmy, Shine, Shout: How birds get their message across
Everyone is invited to the February Hendry-Glades Audubon Zoom presentation “Shimmy, Shine, Shout How Birds Get Their Message Across” by Olay Miledaya... more
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