Pinellas County commissioner wants to remove tree removal permit requirement
Pinellas County has been working on changes to their tree regulations for months now.
Hillsborough County working to build arborist workforce — why it’s important
Friday is Florida Arbor Day, which is why Hillsborough County is hosting a workshop focused on growing trees — and the workforce that tends to them.
Get out into the wilds of the waterways of the West Coast for this cruise
On the East Coast of Florida, as the Loxahatchee River runs to the Atlantic Ocean, the river delta is built up and called the Jupiter Inlet Colony.
Bok Tower Gardens president to retire after nearly 40 years, talks lasting legacy
In 2007, David Price was appointed president, a role he has held for the past 19 years.
'A game changer': UF researchers studying bamboo as alternative crop for struggling citrus growers
Oranges are a huge part of Florida’s identity and economy, but the industry has been in decline due to citrus greening disease.
Florida Aquarium sends 9,000 ‘coral babies’ that will be planted into Florida’s Coral Reef
The Florida Aquarium is part of a statewide initiative to restore 25% of Florida's Coral Reef.
Creating pollinator friendly roadsides
From bees to butterflies, pollinator populations are declining around the world. But, new research by the University of Florida may have one solution -- by creating "pollinator friendly" roadsides.
Florida scientists make major advances in medicine, environment and public health
Florida scientists have made significant breakthroughs in multiple fields this year, ranging from medicine to environmental restoration.
Phillippi Creek dredging underway to help bring flooding relief to residents
Dredging is underway along Sarasota County's Phillippi Creek with the hope of preventing flooding from future hurricanes or heavy rain events.
Global carbon emissions hit record high, scientists warn of worsening climate disasters
Nations around the world are missing climate goals, burning more fossil fuel and failing to curb greenhouse gases.
Florida’s oyster industry plans comeback after years of decline
Florida’s Apalachicola Bay, once producing 90% of the state’s oysters, has been closed since 2020 due to environmental collapse.
Reviving history: Nonprofit works to restore oysters in Manatee River
The health of the Manatee River has become a main focus of the non-profit, Oyster River Ecology. The organization is working to turn around years of damage done from wastewater spills, construction and overall changes to the area.
Florida lawmakers debate future of Ocklawaha River and aging Rodman Dam
Florida lawmakers face a decision on whether to remove or maintain the aging Rodman Dam, which blocks the Ocklawaha River and harms the ecosystem.
Florida Agriculture Commissioner urges caution as a risky fire season looms
The Florida Commissioner of Agriculture stopped in Valrico on Friday to urge caution when it comes to the upcoming fire season.
Bee Ridge advanced wastewater treatment conversion becomes largest Membrane Bioreactor facility in the state
The process underway in Sarasota County turns wastewater into something useful by reducing the amount of nitrogen and phosphorus from reclaimed water.
'Waste to worth': Manatee County turning trash into power with $50M renewable gas project
Garbage dumped at Manatee County's Lena Road landfill will soon be converted from methane gas into usable energy. The goal is to help the county go from 'waste to worth.' The process is already being done on a small level, but a partnership and project will soon make it large scale.
Lake Wales senior community celebrates rejection of proposed sand mine
A senior community in Lake Wales is celebrating because a proposed sand mine will not be constructed next door.
Governor DeSantis announces over $112M in grants to improve state’s water quality and supply
On Wednesday, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the state was awarding more than $112M in grants to improve water quality and supply across Florida’s Gulf Coast and Central Florida.
FDOT alters highway plans in Polk County — advocates worried rare plant habitats remain at risk
The Florida Department of Transportation altered its proposed corridor plans for a tollway in northeastern Polk County; however, plant conservation advocates are still worried it would threaten a rare species' habitat.
New USDA website centralizes info in fight against New World screwworm parasite threatening U.S. livestock
The U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) has launched a new website to centralize federal agencies as they work together to protect livestock, wildlife, and the public’s health against the New World screwworm parasite.