FL: Cultural Resources
FL Freedom Schools to empower students with African American history courses
The Association for the Study of African American Life and History is bringing its "Freedom Schools" initiative to Florida as part of a national effor…
Building tributes: Honoring medal recipients on National Medal of Honor Day
As the nation observes National Medal of Honor Day, facilities in Florida and Texas are under construction to serve as perpetual memorials …
National Medal of Honor Museum: Veterans' year-round salute of service
On Veterans Day, many Floridians will pay tribute to those who have served in the nation's military, and for football fans, more than a dozen Medal …
Survivors Call for Monument in Honor of Fallen Heroes
Robert Patterson received his Medal of Honor in 1969 for risking his life above and beyond the call of duty during the Vietnam War. He's among the 65 …
Book Bans, Censorship Met with 1M Free Books for Students, Families
As the state of Florida combs through textbooks to ban content with diverse views, a national campaign pledges to deliver a million free books with …
La celebración del “Labor Day” (Día del Trabajo”), convertida en “Day of Service”- “Día del Servicio”
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- Este Día del Trabajo (Labor Day), grupos laborales celebran eventos en todo el estado para festejar a la gente que trabaja …
Visit Virtually: Popular Parks, Attractions Adjust to COVID-19
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. -- While the coronavirus pandemic has altered many travel plans, a number of attractions are offering an interactive virtual …
Civil Rights Leaders: Memorial Should Honor Slave Cemetery at Country Club
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - After decades of speculation, rumors - and even some evidence that was initially ignored - an archaeological investigation …
Why Juneteenth is an Encore Celebration in Florida, Other States
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – While most of the country celebrates Juneteenth to commemorate the end of chattel slavery, Florida celebrates its own …
High-Tech Help: Uber Drivers to Pick Up Clothing Donations
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - You might be familiar with using your smartphone to get a lift from a car service, but how about using it to help give others a …
Spring Cleaning in Florida: Get Rid of the Clutter
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - With spring set to officially arrive later this week, many people across Florida are in the mood to do some cleaning, and with a …
Florida Animal Sanctuary Offers Refuge for Chimpanzee
FORT PIERCE, Fla. - A Florida animal sanctuary is providing a new home for an aging chimpanzee left homeless last month after his former abode…