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Friday, April 24, 2026 · Dunnellon
A Little Info on Foraging: Understanding Local Edibles
As spring blooms in Dunnellon, residents interested in foraging for wild edibles are reminded to prioritize safety and proper identification to avoid poisonous look-alikes.
Orlando's Construction Boom Fuels Central Florida Real Estate Surge
Central Florida's real estate market is booming amid a wave of new residential and commercial projects, powered by record job growth and population influx. Orlando added 37,500 jobs in 2024 and welcomes 1,500 new residents weekly, absorbing new construction inventory at a blistering pace. Yet rising supply signals a market pivot, offering buyers rare leverage in 2026.
Friday, April 24, 2026
PortMiami's Massive Expansion Fuels Florida Trade Boom
PortMiami shattered records in 2025 with 8.56 million cruise passengers and 1.11 million TEUs of cargo, pumping $61 billion into Florida's economy.[2][3] Ambitious upgrades under the 2035 Master Plan promise to double cargo traffic, cementing Miami's role as the nation's logistics powerhouse.[1] As Florida's trade gateway, these moves ripple statewide, boosting jobs and shipping from Tampa to Jacksonville.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Florida Tourism Hits New Peak as 2025 Shatters All Records
Florida's tourism machine reached unprecedented heights in 2025, welcoming 143.3 million visitors and generating over $142.9 billion in economic activity. The surge reflects the state's continued dominance as America's premier vacation destination, even as tourism competition intensifies nationwide.
Friday, April 24, 2026
South Florida Luxury Boom Reshapes Skylines Amid Cash-Fueled Surge
South Florida's real estate market is exploding with luxury new construction from Miami to Palm Beach, driven by all-cash deals and wealthy migrants. Towering cranes dot the horizon as developers race to meet insatiable demand for waterfront towers and estates. Experts predict the frenzy will endure well into 2026.
Friday, April 24, 2026
South Florida Inventory Surges 20%, Cooling Miami Home Prices
Home sales in Miami-Dade and Broward counties slowed amid a 20% rise in available properties, easing intense price pressures in the region's overheated market. Buyers now face less competition, but a persistent shortage of over 30,000 units keeps affordability elusive. Florida Realtors data signals a shift toward balance in early 2026.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Dunnellon Residents Can Still Claim Inflation Reduction Act Tax Credits for Home Upgrades
Dunnellon residents can still claim federal tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act for energy-efficient home improvements and clean energy installations.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Dunnellon Residents Encouraged to Explore Inflation Reduction Act Tax Credits
Dunnellon residents can explore federal Inflation Reduction Act tax credits for home energy efficiency and clean energy upgrades, potentially lowering costs and boosting local business.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Hay Stocks Remained Low in 2023, Impacting Dunnellon's Agricultural Community
Dunnellon's agricultural community faced significant challenges in 2023 due to near-record low hay stocks, impacting local ranchers and livestock owners.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Understanding Why Paint Bubbles, Cracks, or Peels on Dunnellon Homes
Dunnellon homeowners can learn why their paint might be bubbling, cracking, or peeling, with local insights into common causes and prevention tips for home maintenance.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Exterior Painting – Prepping Your Home Before Painting
Dunnellon homeowners are reminded that thorough preparation is key to a successful and long-lasting exterior paint job, preventing common issues like peeling and blistering.
Friday, April 24, 2026