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Jun 16, 2026

101 Famous Floridians: They Had An Impact on the State

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Famous Floridians include pioneers and historic figures who helped shape the state before they passed away.

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Jun 16, 2026

Florida Cracker: Pioneers in a Rugged Country

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Calling someone a Florida cracker can be a compliment or insult, depending on who asks and who answers.

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Jun 15, 2026

Micanopy, Florida: Historic Village Named for Seminole Chief

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Micanopy is a village south of Gainesville with nice antique shops and restaurants. The town is a historic district.

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Jun 15, 2026

Boca Raton, Florida - Historic Resort and Elegant City

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Boca Raton, Florida is a town that was built around the Boca Raton Resort and Club designed by Addison Mizner.

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Jun 14, 2026

The Villages Florida: Friendliest Home Town?

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The Villages Florida advertises itself as Florida's friendliest hometown. Who can argue that? But is it really a town?

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Jun 11, 2026

Rainbow Springs: Beautiful and Preserved as a State Park

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Rainbow Springs is just north of Dunnellon and at one time it was a popular tourist attraction. It is now a state park.

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Jun 11, 2026

Ocala National Forest: 600 Square Miles of Old Florida

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Ocala National Forest is a Central Florida treasure that preserves 600 square miles of Old Florida.

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Jun 11, 2026

Nauti Lobstah: Best Seafood in Apopka

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Nauti Lobstah in Apopka has been transformed from the popular Catfish Place. Even greater now with new theme.

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Jun 11, 2026

Altamonte Springs, Florida: Nice Spot in Central Florida

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Altamonte Springs, Florida is located in the Orlando urban area, but has its own distinctive personality.

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Jun 09, 2026

Winter Haven, Florida: The Chain of Lakes City

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Winter Haven is known as "The Chain of Lakes City. It is a wonderful town to retire to or to stage your Florida vacation. Also the birthplace of Publix.

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