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The Story of This Abandoned Place in Tampa, Florida is Truly Fascinating

When it comes to abandoned places in Florida the Sulphur Springs Water Tower in Tampa has a fascinating history and you can still see this tall structure today.

by Chris Dodge
on Oct 28
The Sulphur Springs Water Tower with a gloomy clouded sunset in the background.
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Most People Don’t Know That Bob Ross’s Gravesite Is Found Right Here In Florida

by Megan Todaro
on Dec 13
A large mural depicting various scenes, set on a building surrounded by palm trees under a cloudy sky.
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A UFO Was Sighted In Florida 3 Years Ago And It’s One Of The Most Credible UFO Sightings In History

by Megan Todaro
on Sep 27
A foggy night scene with glowing orbs in the sky and a silhouette of a tree against a bright light in the background.
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7 Famous People That Hail From Florida (How Many Did You Know?)

by Megan Todaro
on Nov 18
Walking path in Bayfront Park along Biscayne Bay in downtown Miami
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One Of The Biggest Names In Music Grew Up In One Of The Smallest Neighborhoods In Florida

by Marisa Roman
on May 12
A musician with long hair performs on stage, holding an acoustic guitar and wearing a black jacket with skull designs.

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Few People Know Florida Was Home To The First Thanksgiving In America

Florida, not Plymouth Rock, was the site of the first Thanksgiving in America, occurring in St. Augustine 56 years earlier.

by Marisa Roman
on Apr 4
Historic church with a tall bell tower, palm trees, and a clear blue sky, bustling with visitors and parked cars.
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Few People Know About The Missing Spanish Gold Hiding Somewhere Off The Coast Of Florida

A Spanish ship carrying gold sank off the coast of St. George Island, Florida, in 1715, and the treasure remains undiscovered.

by Marisa Roman
on Mar 7
An abandoned, rusted ship stranded on a beach under a dark, stormy sky with crashing waves.
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Few People Know The Iconic Spanish Monastery In Florida Was Actually Imported From Spain

The Ancient Spanish Monastery in North Miami Beach, Florida, is the oldest building in the western hemisphere, originally constructed in Spain and reassembled in the U.S.

by Marisa Roman
on Dec 16
Historic stone building surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees under a cloudy sky.
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It Was So Cold In Florida In 1894, Temperatures Reached Below Freezing

Florida has experienced several historical instances of freezing temperatures that significantly impacted the state.

by Marisa Roman
on Dec 8
Sign for the University of Florida's Horticultural Sciences Fruit Teaching Orchard, with a blue sky in the background.
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The Apalachicola Oyster Was Discovered Here In Florida, And You Likely Won’t Find Them Until 2025

Apalachicola Bay, once known for its high-quality oysters, has halted oyster harvesting until 2025 to allow the population to recover.

by Marisa Roman
on Jul 22
A close-up of fresh oysters on a tray, showcasing their open shells and glistening interiors.