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Oak Marsh is one of the habitats preserved. [Photo courtesy Live Wildly]
Wildlife corridor helps protect drinking water supply
Preserving the Florida Wildlife Corridor doesn’t just ensure habitat for Florida wildlife ... more
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Water conservation is important year round.
It's Fix-A-Leak Week
Florida 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders can help save water, help save their parents some money on their water bill ...   They simply have to become … more
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To save water, start with irrigating less
Growing up, we are taught to save water by turning the faucet off while we brush our teeth... more
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Above average rainfall leads to near record wading bird nesting
Nearly 102,000 wading bird nests were initiated during the 2021 wading bird nesting season... more
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A Florida gator peeking with a dragonfly on its head at Bluehead Ranch
1,285 acres in Highlands County to join Florida Wildlife Corridor
Thanks to a unanimous Cabinet vote, 21,063 more acres of the Florida Wildlife Corridor gained permanent protection .... more
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Everglades had its 2nd highest nesting effort for wading birds in 2021
Wading birds are important indicators of ecosystem health in the River of Grass... more
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What to do with an armadillo?
It is very common to find your yard being dug up throughout the year in our area due to... more
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Looking north at the S-69 Weir water control structure within the restored Kissimmee River floodplain.
Lake Kissimmee regulation schedule adjusted
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District, announces the approval of a planned temporary deviation to the Lake Kissimmee, Hatchineha and Cypress Interim Regulation … more
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UF/IFAS study dives apple snails threat to Florida’s wetlands
Florida is home to roughly 20% of all wetlands in the United States more
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Homeowners should learn about pesticide safety
There are a variety of reasons people may apply pesticides inside or outside their homes... more
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One of Helen Justis' favorite parts of the visits was giving the elephant a pedicure. The Elephant Spa Experience was a birthday trip for Bobby Justis.
Okeechobee residents enjoy Myakka Elephant Ranch
You might be surprised to learn there are many interesting attractions within an hour or two of Okeechobee. more
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Entomologist lists top 8 invasive species that invade households
The list of Florida’s invasive species goes beyond reptiles and plants. more
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SOUTH BAY -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the South Florida Water Management District broke ground on the EAA reservoir project on Feb. 22 in front of a mountain of rocks and sand which will be used to create a filter system in the canal between the reservoir and the stormwater treatment area (STA). The 300,000 tons of sand and rock was mined in Georgia, transported by train to Indiantown and then by truck to the site of the EAA STA.
USACE breaks ground on EAA reservoir project
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District and South Florida Water Management District held a groundbreaking ceremony for EAA Reservoir … more
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Deadly alligator attack reported in St. Lucie County
ST. LUCIE COUNTY – An 85-year-old woman was killed by an alligator in the Spanish Lakes area on Monday, Feb. 20, according to FWC ... more
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New ruling for crab traps keep crabs in and terrapins out
Recreational crab traps in Florida will soon be required to have an opening no larger than 6-by-2 inches... more
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Scientists lure pythons using radio telemetry during mating season
University of Florida wildlife scientists are scouting for Burmese pythons in the Everglades... more
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Louisiana's Tyler Rivet claims Bassmaster Elite Series victory at Lake Okeechobe
OKEECHOBEE, Fla. — Tyler Rivet called his shot on Day 1. The fifth-year Elite Series pro from Raceland, La., … more
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Steve Kennedy of Auburn, Ala., is leading after Day 3 of the 2023 SiteOne Bassmaster Elite at Lake Okeechobee with a three-day total of 70 pounds, 2 ounces.
Kennedy carries slim lead into final round of Bassmaster Elite at Lake Okeechobee
Frog fishing is generally considered one of bass fishing’s least consistent techniques, but Steve Kennedy employed it Saturday ... more
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New user-friendly soil test kit to improve Florida landscapes
Florida homeowners, landscapers and municipalities now have an easy-to-use, research-based tool to improve... more
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Let’s talk about invasive species vocabulary
Invasive species outreach is critical to the successful detection and rapid response to invasive species... more
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