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Florida lawmakers push to make American flamingo the official state bird

For many Floridians, the flamingo feels like an obvious symbol of the Sunshine State. From "Phoebe" the giant flamingo ...

This Group Is Paying Hunters $2,000 Not to Use Their Tags, in a Final Effort to Thwart Florida’s Bear Hunt

A group of Florida bear advocates is offering to pay tag-holding hunters $2,000 a piece to sit out on this year's hunt.
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8 Gorgeous Towns In Florida Where Retirees Can Live Large On $1,200 A Month

Oriole Beach sits peacefully on Florida’s Panhandle, like that quiet friend who’s secretly fascinating. This small community near Gulf Breeze offers beachfront living without beachfront prices. The ...

Looking to retire on the Gulf? World Atlas has an Alabama pick

Looking to retire on the Gulf Coast without breaking the bank? World Atlas highlights an affordable Alabama spot full of ...