Did you know that local watering restrictions allow for watering your lawn only twice per week? Here are some details: Water only before 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m. to avoid evaporation. Obey watering restrictions by watering only on your designated days. Odd numbered addresses water on Wednesday and Saturday, while even numbered addresses water...
Florida is the lightning capital of the United States, making lightning safety crucial this time of year. The National Weather Service offers these tips to protect yourself from lightning.
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,...
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!
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 work...
Florida’s back-to-school tax holiday starts today and continues through Aug. 11. 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...
