Americans moved less than ever in 2024, setting a new record for mobility rates

Mobility Rates Update – Pictured: Homes for Sale — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Andy Dean Photography Mobility is gradually declining: Almost one in three Americans relocated annually in the 1900s. It was then one in five by the 1960s. Just over one out of nine persons moved in 2024. A historic low: As Americans migrate less

Southeastern Grocers makes a big bet on Florida and changes its name to The Winn-Dixie Company

Winn-Dixie Supermarket – Courtesy: Shutterstock — Jillian Cain Photography Jacksonville, FL. — Southeastern Grocers (SEG) declared on Tuesday that it is centering its operations on Florida and changing its name to The Winn-Dixie Company. The parent company of Harveys Supermarkets and the more well-known Winn-Dixie is Southeastern Grocers, which is headquartered in Jacksonville, Fla. The

A second well-known Republican enters the campaign to succeed Florida Governor Ron DeSantis

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis speaking – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by The Old Major TALLAHASSEE, FL. — Paul Renner, the former speaker of the Florida House, became the second well-known Republican to enter the campaign to succeed term-limited Governor Ron DeSantis on Wednesday when he filed to run for the office. In an interview on

Report Card: The best and worst-rated school districts in Florida

Florida School Districts – Pictured: Teacher Teaching Students — Courtesy: Shutterstock — rawpixel.com The governor declared on Monday that Florida had 6 percent more A-rated schools under its own standards. According to Florida’s 2024–2025 school grades, 28 out of the state’s 67 districts are A districts, 31 are B districts, eight are C districts, and

The largest city in Florida, according to U.S. Census data, is not Miami

Downtown Miami – Courtesy: Felix Mizioznikov – Shutterstock Miami isn’t the biggest city in the Sunshine State, despite being the best destination for those seeking a fun nightlife or a beach vacation, according to recent data. The U.S. Census Bureau’s 2024 population estimates show that Jacksonville has more than 500,000 more people than The Magic

How hot will Naples, Collier County, be this week and this weekend due to the Florida heat wave?

Humidity and heat rise in Naples, Florida – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Andrey_Popov It’s going to get hot in Collier County soon, so I hope you enjoyed the rain this past weekend. Over the remainder of the week, into the weekend, and into the first part of next week, temperatures are predicted to climb.

Florida is expected to receive several inches of snow, and a winter storm warning is in effect for the northern portion of the state

Beautiful views of the winter snow, the beach and the ocean in Florida — Courtesy: Shutterstock — YAROSLOVE_PHOTO_VIDEO A winter storm warning is in effect for parts of Florida, and Tuesday and Wednesday are predicted to bring several inches of snow. Ahead of the storm, which will mostly affect the northern portion of the state,

Here’s what meteorologists in Jacksonville are forecasting for the approaching cold front

Seaside Cold Front, FL — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Kristi Blokhin As many Jacksonville locals will confirm, the arrival of the new year usually brings with it colder temperatures. In fact, there has been a lot of discussion on the internet on the prospect of snow in Florida around January 10th due to an arctic blast

This city in Florida has the highest retirement rate in the country

Couple Enjoying Retirement On the Beach – Courtesy: Shutterstock — Daniel Myjones According to a recent study, a Florida city offers a variety of leisure activities in a relaxed atmosphere, making it the perfect spot to retire. According to U.S. News & World Report, Naples is the top city in the country for retirees to

Florida is now a deeply red state as a result of Trump’s victory

Red State – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis addresses a crowd while President Donald Trump watches at a rally – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by jctabb By flipping several counties throughout the state on Tuesday, President Trump solidified Florida’s position as a deep-red state. For the first time in 36 years, a Republican won the presidency