What's Happening Around Florida

It’s hurricane season, and before a storm is on the radar, it’s a good time to review your homeowner’s insurance policy and understand what it covers.

Many homeowners impacted by Helene and Milton had damage claims denied. According to the

Sugar, fat, eggs, and flour are probably the most common ingredients for any dessert, including (most) cakes. There is often a fine line in baking between cake, bread, and even cookies.

The actual word “cake” was borrowed from the Old Norse word “kaka,” which is also related to the modern English term “cook.” Meanwhile, the French “gâteaux” and German “torte” are used ...

At the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), summer brings more than heat, it brings insects! Through its annual Bug Week celebration and the UF Department of Entomology and Nema...

“If I could get people to water their lawns only when needed, I would solve most lawn problems in Florida.” That is what one of the top grass researchers at the University of Florida says.

When it comes to watering lawns, people often do too much or too little. You may have seen sprinklers running during heavy rain. On the other hand, some people do not water at all, c...

The UF/IFAS Center for Public Issues Education in Agriculture and Natural Resources, in collaboration with Florida Extension Disaster Education Network, will host a virtual Lunch and Learn on Jun. 23, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. EST on Communicating Before, During, and After hurricanes. Effective communication is essential in disaster management, and knowing communication frameworks a...