Floridians love manatees. The marine animals, lovingly known as "sea cows" or "gentle giants," spend the winters swimming in rivers, bays, canals, estuaries and coastal areas from Nov. 15 to March 31.

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Manatee County was awarded a $252,711,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to rebuild after Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton damaged some western portions of the ...

Manatee County government shared an update Jan. 25 on the newly purchased and newly named Cortez Marina property — formerly ...

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The Brevard Zoo is putting the finishing touches on its brand new Manatee Rehabilitation Center. Barron Trump playfully ...

Polk County is a hot spot for growth, hence why the state is currently considering routes for a future parkway, but there's some concern the highway could impact a wildlife corridor.

Which is why the TECO Manatee Viewing Center is so special. Vacationers appreciate a little break in their itineraries to see manatees swimming in the waters around the Tampa Electric water plant ...

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The age and construction of the 130-year-old landmark building also presented unique challenges, said Ferry. “The type of construction used 130 years ago makes fighting fires very difficult,” he said.