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Q: My four bougainvillea shrubs are dropping their leaves badly. Fertilize and water regularly, but not excessively. I sprayed neem this morning, but I didn’t see any insects. Please help me. A: The cold weather in February was not good for bougainvillea. Some people fell to the ground, while others sustained various injuries to their limbs. According to the photos in your inquiry, you can see that the small twigs with leaves are damaged and have turned brown. This can be the cause of leaf loss as the twigs completely decline. You can either let nature take its course and…
With awards season in full swing, the NHL announced the winner of the Frank J. Selke Trophy on Friday. The award, which is given annually to the “best defensive forward in the game,” was won by Montreal Canadiens center Nick Suzuki for the 2025-26 season. Sam Reinhart, a perennial candidate for this honor, finished 16th in the Zoelke Trophy voting, marking his fifth straight season receiving the vote. While three-time Soelke Trophy-winning captain Aleksander Barkov missed the entire NHL season due to injury, Reinhart was able to bring an elite defenseman to each shift for the Florida Panthers despite not…
Legoland Florida is expanding its Halloween event and getting off to the earliest start of the year. Winter Haven Theme Park will host 18 days of brick-or-treat starting September 6th. This is an increase from the 12 Halloween-themed days in 2025. The park’s holiday program includes character meet-and-greets with Monster Rocker, Spider Lady, Mummy, Zombie Pirate, Scarecrow and Shark Suit Guy, the “Great Monster Chase 4D Movie” and the “Monster Skytacular” drone show on select nights. Legoland plans to announce more live entertainment, shows and themed experiences in the future. The park’s website advertises things like a candy corn scavenger…
To text this article to a friend,[SMS]Tap Disney has revealed new story details for Monstropolis, the first-ever land inspired by Disney and Pixar’s Monsters, Inc., at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort. The new land will be built around a city-wide celebration known as “HUMAN Day,” which stands for “Humans Understand Monsters Are Awesome.” This story gives guests a reason to enter Monstropolis, where humans are welcomed into the world of monsters for the first time. This story is set after the events of the original Monsters, Inc. movie. In the film, James P. Sullivan and Mike Wazowski…
To text this article to a friend,[SMS]Tap Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia announced more than $166,000 in funding to three local law enforcement agencies to support immigration enforcement efforts. The funds were awarded to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, Bradford County Sheriff’s Office and the Town of Cross City through the State Immigration Executive Board. Ingoglia said the funding is intended to support local agencies working with federal immigration authorities. “The Biden administration has not only allowed reckless illegal immigration to cross the border, it has intensified it,” Ingoglia said. “However, under President Trump and Governor DeSantis, we have…
To text this article to a friend,[SMS]Tap A federal jury has convicted Patrick Britton Herr, founder of private jet charter startup Aerovanti, on multiple counts of fraud related to allegations that he stole millions of dollars from customers. Britton Herr, who operated the flight from Sarasota, was convicted this week in the District of Maryland on six counts of wire fraud. According to the ruling, he faces up to 120 years in prison. According to an article in the Tampa Business Journal, federal prosecutors accused Britton Herr of stealing $15 million from customers by promising them access to members-only private…
To text this article to a friend,[SMS]Tap Ronald Carl Peavy II, 49, of Old Town, Florida, was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. The sentence was announced by John P. Heekin, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida. “The days when these drug traffickers were distributing deadly drugs in our communities are over, thanks to the excellent investigative efforts of the Dixie County Sheriff’s Office, supported by the DEA. Methamphetamine has been a scourge that has devastated entire communities for far too long, but under…
Carnival Cruise Line expanded its presence in The Bahamas this week by cutting the ribbon on the newly expanded RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay, a private destination known and loved for its shimmering blue waters and pristine beaches. Carnival CEO Christine Duffy joined company leadership and crew Monday for an opening ceremony as the sun shone down on the turquoise sea, blessing the destination and the thousands of Carnival Sunshine passengers visiting the island. The north section of the destination now includes a pier that can accommodate two Carnival ships, a tram system, two food venues, six bars, cabanas, gift shops…
It’s official: Construction Plan Coming soon to Universal theme parks in the UK. It will be named Universal United Kingdom Resort. “We have bold ambitions to bring Universal’s innovative and immersive experiences to new audiences,” Mark Woodbury, chairman and CEO of Orlando-based Universal Destinations & Experiences, said in a news release. “Universal UK Resorts reflects our long-term strategy to focus on our key markets, while continuing to enhance our existing parks and strengthen our position as the destination of choice for our guests.” The attraction will be built on a 540-acre site in Bedford, England, approximately 90 miles north of…
To text this article to a friend,[SMS]Tap The Tampa Sports Authority is preparing to formally inform Hillsborough County and Tampa leaders that renovations to Raymond James Stadium should be prioritized over public funding for the Tampa Bay Rays’ new stadium. The TSA board on Tuesday passed a draft letter to local elected officials expressing concerns that available public funds could be limited if the city and county move forward with the Rays Stadium deal while simultaneously facing property tax reform expected later this year. Tampa City Council President Alan Clendenin, who also serves on the TSA board, voted against the…