In Central Florida, it may feel like it’s impossible to escape the rays of the sun, but protecting your skin from harmful UV rays is an everyday concern. Follow these guidelines from the CDC to ensure sun safety for the whole family: https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/skin/basic_info/sun-safety-tips-families.htm
If you have heard about or seen a coyote in our community, you should know that according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), coyotes are found throughout Florida and are now considered to be a naturalized species in all 67 Florida counties. It’s important to keep our pets safe from coyotes, so follow these...
It’s National Ice Cream Day! I don’t know about you, but ice cream sounds like a great way to cool down in the middle of July in Central Florida. Go ahead and celebrate! (ice cream image)
Today is Moon Day, which celebrates the first time humans walked on the moon. The Apollo Space Program, begun by President John F. Kennedy, was created to put the first man on the moon. Apollo 11, carrying astronauts Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins and Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin, Jr., fulfilled President Kennedy’s dream. On July 20, 1969,...
July in Florida is hot, hot, hot! Be aware of and careful to avoid Heat Related Illnesses. Although anyone at any time can suffer from heat-related illness, some people are at greater risk than others: · Infants and young children People 65 years of age or older People who are overweight People who overexert during...
Florida’s back-to-school tax holiday starts today and continues through Aug. 6. During this sales tax holiday period, qualifying items will be exempt from tax including: certain school supplies selling for $15 or less per item; clothing, footwear, and certain accessories selling for $60 or less per item; and computers and certain accessories selling for $1,000...
We are almost two months into hurricane season. If you haven’t already, it’s time to create a family emergency plan, stock up on non-perishable food items, and have your trees trimmed. For more information, visit FEMA’s hurricane readiness page: https://www.ready.gov/hurricanes
