Florida is known for making dreams come true. And while many associate Orlando with vacation magic (Hello, Disney!), a lesser ...

To help track manatee visits, please report any sightings to the Outer Banks Marine Mammal Network at 252-455-9654. “We’re just trying to get a record of where people are seeing manatees ...

Manatees are protected by the Marine Mammal Act of 1973 and Florida Manatee Sanctuary Act of 1978. It is illegal to feed, harass, harm, pursue, hunt, shoot, wound, kill, or annoy manatees.

The West Indian manatee was spotted at the Port Aransas ferry project. It was last seen headed west toward Corpus Christi Bay.

Manatees popped up at a boat marina in Murrells Inlet, SC. The marina manager said it is not the first time boaters spotted the gentle giants.

The initiative is led by Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia, who visited Manatee County on Aug. 5 at the start of the two-day DOGE onsite visit. Manatee County Director of Government Relations Stephanie ...