The Orlando area is known for elaborate theme parks, tolls, tourists, and traffic. But wildlife? Not so much. That's why Lake Apopka and Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive fly a bit under the radar when it ...

Visitors can observe over 370 bird species, alligators, otters, and bobcats from their vehicles. The drive is part of a 20,000-acre restoration area managed by the St. Johns Water Management District.

Columnist Scott Maxwell relies on readers’ help to compose the 15th annual list of “101 Things to Love about Central Florida.

Holiday gift offerings range from soothing houseplants for the green thumb friend, a 150th-anniversary book of newspaper front pages for the history buff or a series of puppy ...

Discover Florida’s quiet lakeside escapes: hidden cabins, peaceful parks, and waterfront retreats perfect for a relaxing, ...

Over in Class 6A, Mainland (9-2) survived a thriller against Mosley, pulling out a 28-24 victory on a late touchdown drive. Senior RB Devin Levy rushed for 150 yards and two TDs, advancing the ...

These 12 delightful communities offer peaceful streets and friendly locals where time seems to slow down! Nestled in the heart of Florida, Sebring is known as “The City on the Circle.” The historic ...

Motor enthusiasts find their happy place at the Citrus County Speedway, one of Florida’s oldest continuously operating racetracks, where Saturday night races deliver affordable entertainment with ...

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — What was once considered Florida’s most polluted lake is making strides in its road to recovery. Agricultural discharge caused Lake Apopka to lose its submerged aquatic ...

With classes closed for the holiday break next week, high school basketball junkies can feast on a smorgasbord of showcase events wrapped around Thanksgiving Day. The Earl Graham Memorial Metro vs.