With their passive reputation, tortoises are loving, excitable pets, running up to visitors and wiggling happily at shell scratches. As more owners opt to adopt tortoises, they must overcome the greatest challenge of all – human ignorance … Read moreYour passive reptile

One mystery from 40 years ago captured the hearts of North Americas’ most dedicated treasure hunters and continues to do so today. Cyndi Hendry shows how unwavering the hunt’s followers are to solve the mystery … Read moreThe mystery is yours to unravel

The members of the Orange and Blue Pipe Band at UF believe a revolution is coming: one with blazing melodies and possible kilts. Mary Schneider and Megan Houser, who have been playing since high school, want to spark new campus traditions … Read morePipe dreams

Longtime residents know that the true taste of Florida is tangy and sweet. The seagrape is an essential part of the state’s environment and history. Follow this story back to the ‘50s when the translucent magenta spread was a staple in every Floridian’s kitchen … Read moreA taste of time