Thursday, February 13, 2025

There were 12 deaths caused by lightning strikes in the United State last year; 5 of them happened in Florida

There were 12 deaths caused by lightning strikes in the United State last year; 5 of them happened in Florida.
Those numbers are actually below the average.
On average 21 people die every year from lightning.
The four deaths in Florida happened in Tallahassee, Davie, St. Petersburg, Naples and Pembroke Pines.
Lightning can strike from 10 miles away, so if you can hear thunder, you are in danger of being struck by lightning.
The only safe places to be during a thunderstorm are in a building or in a car.
Stay away from windows and doors, and stay off porches.
You should also stay off corded phones, computers and equipment that put you in direct contact with electricity, and avoid plumbing, including sinks, baths and faucets.
If you are caught outside with no safe shelter nearby, do not take shelter under an isolated tree; get away from ponds, lakes and other bodies of water; and stay away from objects that conduct electricity.




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Our area has some beautiful birds, and if you get a good picture of one it could be worth 5000 dollars to you

Our area has some beautiful birds, and if you get a good picture of one it could be worth 5000 dollars to you.

 

The National Audubon Society is inviting photographers and videographers to enter the 2025 Audubon Photography Awards.

 

The contest is open to all legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, and Canada who are 13 years of age.

 

Winners will be featured in the Fall 2025 issue of Audubon magazine.

 

The grand prize is 5000 dollars; there are also prizes pictures of female birds, birds in landscapes, birds without borders and quite a few more.

 

Entry is $15 per image or video for individuals in the U.S. and Canada.

 

No payment is required for submissions to the Youth division for entrants who are 13 to 17 years of age.

 

If you would like to learn more, go on-line to Audubon.org.

 

https://www.audubon.org/photoawards-entry

 





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The annual one-day Great Give fundraising campaign is coming up on March the 5th, and the FSU Coastal and Marine lab will once again be taking part

The annual one-day Great Give fundraising campaign is coming up on March the 5th, and the FSU Coastal and Marine lab will once again be taking part.

The school hopes to raise 8000 dollars for the FSU Coastal Marine Lab Diving Scholarship.

The scholarship will provide funding for deserving FSU students to become Scientific Divers and will include diving equipment and financial support to complete prerequisite open water certification training, and eventually for AAUS Scientific Diver training with FSU's Academic Diving Program.

All eligible students will be encouraged to apply for these scholarships with preference given to students who experience financial hardships or are from groups under-represented in scientific diving.






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UAV Corp has started land clearing at the Costin Airport in Gulf County for its groundbreaking SKY Hangar project which is scheduled to begin this year

UAV Corp has started land clearing at the Costin Airport in Gulf County for its groundbreaking SKY Hangar project which is scheduled to begin this year.

The state-of-the-art facility will be dedicated to housing advanced Spherical and Cylinder Class Drone-Airships, focusing on Lighter Than Air Drone Technology.

The facility will also serve as a hub for Atlantic Industrial Group, supporting short take-off and vertical landing aircraft testing and pilot training programs.




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A record number of people visited Florida in 2024

A record number of people visited Florida in 2024.

 

VISIT FLORIDA estimates that Florida welcomed a record 142.9 million visitors last year, an increase of 1.6 percent over 2023.

 

Domestic visitation reached an all-time high, with 130.7 million domestic visitors choosing to come to Florida in 2024, along with 8.9 million overseas visitors and 3.3 million Canadian visitors.




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Florida DEP permit activity for Franklin County

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF

Environmental Protection


Bob Martinez Center
2600 Blair Stone Road
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2400

Ron DeSantis

Governor


Jeanette Nuñez

Lt. Governor


Alexis A. Lambert

Secretary


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Permit: Water - ERP Exemption Permit
Project Name: MILLENDER MOBILE HOME
Location Id: 457635
Location Name: 2114 MESSER RD
County: Franklin
Application Number: 457635-001

For further information, please contact the Northwest District permitting office in Pensacola at (850) 595-8300
Link to Department's application file: 2114 MESSER RD
If you would like to comment on the pending application, please go here: Public Comment | DEP Business Portal (fldepportal.com)



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Wednesday, February 12, 2025

FSU Great Give is in 3 Weeks!

2025 FSU GREAT GIVE CAMPAIGN

FSUCML Diving Scholarships

SAVE THE DATE: MARCH 5TH!

Give to our 2025 campaign: Help us reach our $8,000 goal!

Academic Diving students during a lesson at a north Florida spring.

This year, we’re asking you to support our FSUCML Diving Scholarships to continue our goal of making this a yearly scholarship opportunity.



These scholarships provide funding for FSU students to pursue training for careers in scientific diving. All eligible students are encouraged to apply for these scholarships; however, preference will be given to students who experience financial hardships or are from groups under-represented in scientific diving.


The FSUCML Scientific Diving Scholarship provides financial support for students to train to become Scientific Divers with FSU's Academic Diving Program (ADP). The scholarship will cover all or a portion of lab fees for Scientific Diver training depending on available funds. Training is provided in accordance with the standards of AAUS. If necessary, this will include prerequisite open-water training.     


The FSUCML Leadership Diving Scholarship provides financial support for scientific divers in the FSU Academic Diving Program to pursue diving leadership initiatives including but not limited to Divemaster or Instructor certifications.



Donations can be made on March 5th.

DONATE HERE ON MARCH 5TH

SAVE THE DATE:

Wednesday, March 5th 12:00am - 11:59pm

Help us reach our goal of $8,000!

We’re asking you to please donate whatever you can on March 5th and help us reach our $8,000 goal.


Leading up to the event, we’ll be sharing lots of diving content online, and introducing you to some of our talented scientific divers, including last year's scholarship recipients.


So please follow along on social media, like and share our campaign posts, and save the date to donate to the Academic Diving Scholarship on March 5th! Tell your dive buddies!


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DONATE ON MARCH 5TH

FSU Academic Diving Scholarship recipients performing hand signals used to communicate under water.

Academic Diving Students at Morcom Aquatics Center in Tallahassee.

FSU Coastal and Marine Laboratory

Visit our Website

FSU Great Give Campaign Page

https://spark.fsu.edu/Project/2771/FSUCML-Diving-Scholarships




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Gulf County Chamber Member Spotlight 2025

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During a time of loss, you need the help of compassionate experts who can offer guidance and support throughout the planning process. Comforter Funeral Home believes that every life deserves to be celebrated. Their mission is to assist families in creating personalized funeral experiences that honor the life of their loved ones.


For many years, they have served this community by providing healing and meaningful funeral and memorial services that honor life and meet the needs of those who grieve. Their hope is that from the moment you walk through their doors, you feel welcomed, respected, and heard.


Comforter Funeral Home’s staff is here to provide you with excellent care and service during your time of loss is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - call them at (850) 227-1818.


𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲

📍601 Long Ave., Port St. Joe, FL

☎️ (850) 227-1818

🌐 www.comforterfuneralhome.com


With 20+ years’ experience in construction and engineering MB Engineering Services provides design services and project management including permit drawings, land development and site design, residential services, grading and drainage, and roadway/utility plans.


MB Engineering provides structural support through structural inspections, structural design and project management. Whether you are a homeowner building remotely or a contractor needing a temporary project manager, they can provide local eyes to monitor your project.

They also offer civil engineering services including site grading, utility and stormwater design.

MB Engineering provides custom home design for single family and multi-family projects. Their design experience includes wood framed construction, ICF construction, pole barn houses and barndominiums as well as pre-designed home plans for a variety of lot sizes and locations to save you time and money.

Contact MB Engineering and get your project started today!

𝗠𝗕 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀

 310 Third Street, Suite A, Port St. Joe, FL

 (850) 227-4376

 mbengineeringfl@gmail.com

 https://mbengineeringfl.com

Conveniently located in the heart of Windmark Beach, St. Joe Emporium offers an incredible assortment of delights for all ages. Indulge your sweet tooth with their amazing variety of candies or cool off with a refreshing scoop of ice cream or a creamy shake. Beyond the treats, St. Joe Emporium also boasts an array of toys and gifts, perfect for souvenirs or beachside entertainment. For those in need of essentials, the store provides groceries, a premade deli for quick bites, as well as ice and bait, ensuring you're fully equipped for a day in the sun. Whether you're preparing for a day of fishing, a picnic, or just a leisurely day by the ocean, St. Joe Emporium has everything you need to make your beach vacation unforgettable.


𝗦𝘁. 𝗝𝗼𝗲 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘂𝗺

108 Goodmorning St., Port St. Joe, FL

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀

Visit our website for a complete list.

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The 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 will be Saturday - March 22 - starting at noon ET on Reid Avenue, in the heart of downtown:


🎵 Noon-1:10 pm - Finga F A Y A

🎵 1:30-2:40 pm - Roger Hurricane Wilson

🎵 3-4:10 pm - John Bull Trio

🎵 4:30-5:40 pm - Meg Williams Trio

🎵 6-7:30 pm - The Shaelyn Band

***All times are Eastern


Mark your calendars for an amazing Saturday of FREE music right here on Reid Avenue, in Downtown Port St. Joe, FL!


The stage will be set up at the intersection between Third St. and Reid Avenue.



There will be plenty of vendors for you and the kids to enjoy. And don't forget to stop and support all Reid Avenue's merchants who will be open for business.


Bring your own lawn-chair and enjoy the show! NO COOLERS PLEASE. Well behaved pets on a leash are welcome.


If you are a vendor interested in showcasing your products and services or if you are interested in becoming a sponsor please contact the Gulf County Chamber of Commerce at joe@gulfchamber.org.


This is a FREE EVENT brought to you by the Gulf County Chamber of Commerce.

Sponsorship Form

It’s tough for small businesses to get funding. The Florida Small Business Development Center at the University of West Florida and Otro Financial's managing partner S. Boyd Karren will explore alternative funding sources at an upcoming low-cost webinar. Learn about alternative funding options for small business owners who need money to start, support or expand their operations. Sign up to tune in 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, March 5 with time to pose specific questions.


Registration: tinyurl.com/whenbankssayno-march

Gulf County Chamber of Commerce | 321B Reid Ave | Port St Joe, FL 32456 US





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