Florida Springs News Archive

Oct 3, 2018 - The FWC releases statewide red tide reports on Wednesdays and Fridays between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. But this week prior to Wednesday's report, some people in Destin and South Walton were saying they didn't need the official report to know there is a problem.

Aug 8, 2016 - In Florida, one of the nation's largest waterways is in danger as septic tanks are disrupting the fragile ecosystem of the state's Indian River Lagoon.

May 15, 2015 - SATELLITE BEACH, Fla. -
A mother manatee received a special gift for Mother's Day after she was rescued by teams at SeaWorld.The manatee was hit by a boat and suffered a collapsed lung and was having trouble floating. She was rescued in waters near Satellite Beach.

Apr 1, 2015 - As springtime arrives, chances increase that manatees and boaters will have close encounters. Boaters can enjoy opportunities to observe one of Florida's unique species but to avoid colliding with manatees, people on the water should take basic steps such as slowing down, watching out for the animals and complying with regulations in manatee zones.