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09/23/2026 · Islamorada, Village of Islands

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Good News With Dirt Under Its Fingernails

Today’s good news comes with lunch trays, library cards, condor feathers, and a fungus that wants to replace plastic. Progress looks better when people build it with their hands.

09/24/2026
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Out There

Ichetucknee River: Crystal Water, Sneaky Current, Zero Room for Complacency

The Ichetucknee looks like a lazy blue ribbon, but this spring-fed run has enough current, limestone, and hidden side channels to keep experienced paddlers awake. Here’s how to enjoy the clearest water in Florida without turning your float into a yard sale.

09/24/2026

Starlette Signs

Tuesday’s Cosmic Warning: Guard Your Inbox and Your Peace

Spring is nudging the windows open, but Mercury is scattering loose messages like confetti. One sign faces a dramatic cosmic warning today—bring snacks, boundaries, and perhaps a tiny ceremonial gong.

09/24/2026

The Weekend Escape

Hico, Texas: Chicken-Fried Steak, Billy the Kid, and a Good Empty Road

Hico is the kind of Texas town you reach by taking the road that looks like it’s going nowhere. Park downtown, order the chicken-fried steak, and let the town’s very strange Billy the Kid story entertain you.

09/22/2026

Move It Monday

The Suitcase Carry: The One-Dumbbell Workout That Trains Your Whole Trunk

Carrying one weight at your side looks almost too simple to count as exercise. That is exactly why it works: your trunk has to fight being pulled sideways while your hips, shoulders, grip, and legs keep you moving.

09/22/2026

From Scratch

The Cast-Iron Cornbread That Deserves the Last Pat of Butter

Good cornbread is not supposed to be sweet cake in a yellow disguise. It should have crisp, dark edges, a tender middle, and enough corn flavor to make a pot of beans feel like a complete dinner.

09/22/2026

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Public Service Announcement

Public Service Announcement • Chipley, FL The City of Chipley Public Works Department will be closing the intersection of Church Avenue & 5th Street on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. for water line repairs. The following roads will be closed: Church Avenue from 4th Street to Hwy 77 5th Street from North Railroad Avenue to Watts Avenue. We will update when the road is open. Any questions, call Chipley Public Works @ 850-638-6346.

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Phase 1

Phase 1 | Groveland, FL - Official Website Welcome Home Pay Online Calendar Contact /QuickLinks.aspx Search Home Government Departments Community & Economic Development South Lake Avenue Improvement Project Phase 1 Phase 1 Lake Avenue Streetscape Improvements – Phase 1 Exciting improvements are coming to Downtown Groveland! Phase 1 of the Lake Avenue Streetscape Improvement Project will enhance sidewalks, crosswalks, parking, drainage, and roadway infrastructure to create a safer and more welcoming downtown for residents and visitors. What's Included? New and improved sidewalks and ADA-accessible pedestrian connections Crosswalk enhancements for improved pedestrian safety Additional and upgraded on-street parking Roadway, curb, and sidewalk reconstruction Stormwater and shoreline improvements near Lake David Preservation of historic brick roadway elements where possible Traffic Impacts Construction will require a temporary closure of a portion of North Lake Avenue near East Magnolia Street. Clearly marked detours will be in place, and access to homes, businesses, and public facilities will be maintained throughout construction. Lake David Amenities Remain Open The Lake David Center, Splash Pad, Boat Ramp, and other park amenities will remain open and accessible throughout construction. Please use caution when traveling near active construction areas and follow posted signage for your safety. Project Maps & Detours Please review the maps below for construction areas, detour routes, and traffic control information to help plan your visit during construction. Lake Avenue Phase 1 Traffic Control Plan – Page 1 Lake Avenue Phase 1 Traffic Control Plan – Page 2 The MOT plans identify the work area, road closure locations, detour routes, and advance warning signage that will be in place during construction. Access for residents and businesses will be maintained throughout the project. Thank You We appreciate your patience as these improvements are completed. These upgrades will help create a more accessible, walkable, and enjoyable downtown Groveland for years to come.

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Country Run Special Dependent Taxing District – 2026 General Election Ballot Referendum

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Attorney General James Uthmeier Files Lawsuit Against TP-Link Systems

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