Free Community Bulletin Board for Crenshaw Lakes, FL

Aug. 21, 2025, 6:07 a.m.

Gables Estates, a small gated community located in Coral Gables just outside Miami, was named by Zillow as the most expensive neighborhood in the U.S. in 2024. Beverly Hills, California, which is now ranked No. 4, no longer holds that crown.

According to the report, 7 of the 10 most expensive neighborhoods are in the Sunshine State, including the top 3. Port Royal in Naples (No. 2) and Old Cutler Bay in Coral Gables (No. 3) have typical home values between $11 million and $15 million.

San Marino Island (No. 7), Palm Island (No. 9), and Rivo Alto Island (No. …

Aug. 21, 2025, 6:03 a.m.

Florida's tourism industry reached a historic milestone in the second quarter of 2025, welcoming 34.4 million visitors.

The Sunshine State remains a top travel destination within the U.S., with 31.5 million domestic travelers accounting for 91.5% of visitors.

International tourism increased 11.4% year-over-year, reaching 2.3 million visitors. Canadian tourists contributed 640,000 arrivals.

Governor Ron DeSantis highlighted the milestone, noting Florida's attractions, amenities, and public safety measures as key factors drawing visitors.

Aug. 20, 2025, 6:07 a.m.

Essential workers across the state can now apply for financial aid to purchase their first home through the Hometown Heroes Housing Program, a state-funded initiative offering zero-interest loans to help cover down payments and closing costs.

Backed by $50 million in state funding through the Live Local Act, the program provides up to $35,000 in forgivable loans for eligible first-time homebuyers in the communities where they serve.

Eligible applicants include full-time employees of Florida-based companies working in healthcare or schools, first responders, public safety or court employees, childcare workers, or current or veteran service members.

A key feature of the …

Aug. 19, 2025, 5:59 a.m.

The Farmers Feeding Florida (FFF) program connects farmers and ranchers with surplus stock in the slow season and families struggling to make ends meet.

By expanding food bank infrastructure, the Sunshine State can supply more fresh produce, meat, and other products to more food banks to help hungry people.

Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson and Senate President Ben Albritton joined other state leaders and representatives from the agriculture sector to announce the program's launch. Albritton called it a "hand up, not a handout."

Included in the 2025-26 state budget, FFF uses state funding to increase the availability of fresh food …

Aug. 16, 2025, 6:52 a.m.

Aug. 15, 2025, 6:16 a.m.

Florida Attorney General James Uthemeir issued an emergency rule on Wednesday banning the sale of 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) products, making the kratom byproduct a Schedule I controlled substance in the state.

Uthmeier said he banned the drug, known as "legal morphine," as an extension of addressing the opioid crisis because it is "chemically manipulated in a way" to make it very dense and "up to 13 times more potent than morphine."

Readily available at smoke shops, vape stores, convenience stores, and gas stations before the ban, 7-OH is a derivative of the kratom plant, generally cultivated in Asian countries. The highly addictive substance works as a painkiller.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration commissioner praised the attorney general for taking quick action following the agency’s decision last month to send warning letters to companies for allegedly illegally marketing products containing 7-OH.

Aug. 9, 2025, 6:47 a.m.

A bipartisan coalition of 51 state attorneys general launched a multistate effort to end illegal robocalls, which are automated telephone calls that deliver a pre-recorded message.

The states began "Operation Robocall Roundup" by sending warning letters to 37 different voice providers demanding “immediate action” to prevent robocalls from being routed through their networks.

The letters warn that the attorneys general are authorized to enforce federal law and state law enforcement actions. Thus, the providers must respond within 21 days with a plan on how to comply with the laws.

Aug. 6, 2025, 6:27 a.m.

A new data visualization shows how the jobs held by Americans have shifted over the past two decades.

Office and administrative roles dropped from 18% of the workforce in 2002 to just 12% in 2024, as automation replaced clerical tasks.

Meanwhile, food service rose from 8% to 9%, transport and logistics climbed from 7% to 9%, and healthcare support jumped from 2% to 5%—all driven by rising demand for hands-on, in-person work.

Tech, finance, and management each gained about one worker per 100, pointing to a gradual shift toward higher-skill, knowledge-based roles. See the full chart here.

Aug. 4, 2025, 5:34 a.m.

Deadly Bacteria on the Rise

Health officials are warning of a rise in potentially deadly "flesh-eating" bacteria cases this summer along the Gulf Coast, particularly in Florida and Louisiana.

The Vibrio vulnificus bacteria typically occur in warm ocean water and can affect people through open wounds. Symptoms include stomach illness, severe wound infections, and in some cases, life-threatening blood poisoning.

This year, health officials in Florida have confirmed 13 cases and four deaths, while Louisiana has reported 17 cases and four deaths.

July 30, 2025, 6:12 a.m.

Starting August 1, Floridians can count on tax breaks for back-to-school and hurricane supplies as part of a larger $1.3 billion tax package signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.

The new law makes school items, including supplies under $50, clothes under $100, and personal computers up to $1,500, sales tax-free for the entire month of August each year.

It also makes year-round sales tax exemptions permanent for hurricane and disaster-preparedness supplies, including batteries, generators, fire extinguishers, and more. See the full list here.

Critics argue that the relief is too narrow and doesn’t address larger costs, such as housing, …

July 28, 2025, 6:38 a.m.

The My Safe Florida Home Program will offer grants again beginning Aug. 4 to low- and moderate-income homeowners with a dwelling valued at $700,000 or less.

The program provides eligible homeowners with free home inspections for hurricane readiness and recommendations for wind mitigation features, including roofing materials, exterior and garage doors, storm shutters, and attachments for walls and roofs.

The Florida Legislature allocated $280 million to fund the program for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The program guide is available here.

After the free home inspection is processed, a grant of up to $10,000 could be awarded to a contractor approved by the Department of Financial Services to replace windows, doors, and other items. To apply, click on this link.

July 23, 2025, 6:33 a.m.

Nine drowning deaths have been reported in connection with an aboveground pool sold by major retailers. More than 5.2 million pools made by Bestway, Intex Recreation, and Polygroup have been recalled.

July 15, 2025, 8:17 a.m.

July 15, 2025, 7:57 a.m.

Gov. Ron DeSantis announces Citizens is lowering a majority of property insurance premiums in Miami-Dade, Broward, and over 20% of policyholders statewide

July 14, 2025, 6:05 a.m.

Free Community Bulletin Board for Crenshaw Lakes, FL

Deadly Bacteria on the Rise

Nine drowning deaths have been reported in connection with an aboveground pool sold by major retailers. More than 5.2 million pools made by Bestway, Intex Recreation, and Polygroup have been recalled.

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