Friday

27 March 2026

Environment

FWC Reminds Boaters to Slow Down as Manatees Begin Spring Migration

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is urging boaters to slow down and stay alert as manatees begin their…

FWC Urges Residents to Prevent Bear Conflicts This Spring

TALLAHASSEE, FL — As spring arrives, Florida’s black bears are emerging from winter dens and becoming more active. The Florida…

Lake County Burn Ban Officially Lifted

LAKE COUNTY, FL— Lake County officials have lifted the countywide burn ban, effective Friday, March 20, 2026. Lake County Fire…

Florida Sea Turtle Nesting Season Begins: FWC

Florida’s sea turtle nesting season has begun, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Florida’s shorelines serve…

Florida’s Bat Babies Are Coming: Inspect Your Home Before Maternity Season Starts

With Florida’s annual bat maternity season set to begin in just over a month, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation…

FWC Stocks Nearly 300,000 Florida Bass in Lake George to Boost St. Johns River Fishery

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has stocked nearly 300,000 Florida bass into Lake George, located in the…

Lakeland Electric, Williams Break Ground on New 74.8-Megawatt Solar Project

LAKELAND, FL– March 5, 2026 – Williams, an energy infrastructure leader, joined officials from Lakeland Electric and the City of…

FWC Urges Floridians to Prepare for Busy Wildlife Season

Springtime means Florida’s wildlife is stirring. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) shares seasonal tips to reduce conflicts…

FWC: Breeding Season Begins for Florida’s Shorebirds, Seabirds, and Wading Birds

Breeding and nesting season has begun for Florida’s shorebirds, seabirds, and wading birds. Many shorebird and seabird species nest directly…

Historic 61,525-Acre Easement Permanently Protects Path to Osceola National Forest

As Florida Forever marks 25 years of conserving the state’s most important natural landscapes, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection…