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The State of Florida is a state located in the southeastern region of the United States of America. Most of the state is a large peninsula with the Gulf of Mexico on its west and the Atlantic Ocean on its east. Most of the state has a humid subtropical climate, except for southern Florida, where the climate borders on tropical and the Florida Keys, which have a tropical climate. Florida was named by Juan Ponce de León, who landed on the peninsula on 2 April 1513, during Pascua Florida (Spanish for “Flowery Easter,” referring to the Easter season). Florida’s economy relies heavily on tourism. Florida is situated mostly on a large peninsula between the Gulf of Mexico, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Straits of Florida. It extends to the northwest into a panhandle, extending along the northern Gulf of Mexico. It is bordered on the north by the states of Georgia and Alabama, and on the west, at the end of the panhandle, by Alabama. It is near the countries of the Caribbean, particularly the Bahamas and Cuba. Florida’s extensive coastline made it a perceived target during World War II, so the government built airstrips all around the state. Today approximately 400 airports are still in service due to the coastal geography of the state. Florida is one of the largest states east of the Mississippi. Only Alaska and Michigan are larger in water area.
At 345 feet (105 m) above mean sea level, Britton Hill is the highest point in Florida and the lowest highpoint of any U.S. state. Contrary to popular belief, however, Florida is not entirely “flat.” Some places, such as Clearwater, feature vistas that rise 50 to 100 feet (15–30 m) above the water. Much of the interior of Florida, typically 25 miles (40 km) or more away from the coastline, features hills with elevations ranging from 100 to 250 feet (30–76 m) in many locations. Lake County holds the highest point of peninsular Florida, Sugarloaf Mountain, at 312 feet (95 m).

 

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Local News from ABC 7 Gulfshore News via Yahoo! News

Crist pushing FEMA for emergency Chinese drywall money

Mar 11, 2010 4:14 am

FORT MYERS: Emergency money for homeowners with Chinese drywall is closer than ever. Governor Charlie Crist says he is pushing FEMA to deliver the cash.

 

Teachers pushing back against Senate bill

Mar 11, 2010 3:59 am

FORT MYERS: Teachers are pushing back against a Senate bill that would change the way your kids get their education. It would change everything from graduation standards to how teachers are paid.

 

Memorial honors baby left in car, 911 calls released

Mar 10, 2010 11:14 pm

FORT MYERS : A memorial in downtown Fort Myers honors the memory of the 18-month-old girl who died after accidentally being left in a car for several hours. A family friend says she saw the little gir...

 

Lump not breast cancer's only symptom

Mar 10, 2010 11:00 pm

FORT MYERS : Typically, women think breast cancer starts with finding a lump or a growth in their breast. But a rare form of the disease - inflammatory breast cancer - is often misdiagnosed in the beg...

 

Deputies knew about Blue Martini claims, didn't tell public

Mar 10, 2010 10:59 pm

COLLIER COUNTY: There are four more accusations of drinks being drugged at Blue Martini in North Naples, bringing the total to around 20. The Collier County Sheriff's Office knew about the claims more...

 

Fire burns bedroom in Cape Coral home

Mar 10, 2010 9:59 pm

CAPE CORAL: Firefighters say an electrical outlet is to blame for a fire that caused $5,000 in damage to a Cape Coral home Tuesday night.

 

Brush fire in North Fort Myers

Mar 10, 2010 9:44 pm

NORTH FORT MYERS: Emergency crews are responding to a brush fire near the Sabal Springs community in North Fort Myers.

 

Church files embezzlement complaint

Mar 10, 2010 6:29 pm

BONITA SPRINGS: A representative of a Bonita Springs church filed a complaint with deputies claiming a person involved with the church has embezzled $60,000.

 

Elderly woman crashes car into liquor store

Mar 10, 2010 6:14 pm

ENGLEWOOD: Deputies say an 88-year-old woman crashed her car through the front of an Englewood liquor store Wednesday.

 

Mystery substance causes church evacuation

Mar 10, 2010 5:14 pm

NORTH FORT MYERS: A church was evacuated in North Fort Myers after those inside reported trouble breathing shortly before noon Wednesday.

 
 

Local News from Bay News 9 Tampa Bay via Yahoo! News

Commission chair accused of 'failed leadership'

Mar 11, 2010 2:58 am

After the chairman of the Hillsborough County Commission called for three administrators to step down, a Tampa City Council member called for the chairman to resign. Administrators defend themselves A...

 

Python ban on its way to state House floor

Mar 11, 2010 2:28 am

A key state House committee passed a bill Wednesday that would ban the possession of Burmese pythons.

 

Update: St. Pete house fire contained, I-275 clear

Mar 11, 2010 12:43 am

A house fire in St. Petersburg caused backups on Interstate-275, but the fire is now under control.

 

Tampa group to contractors: hire more Americans

Mar 10, 2010 11:58 pm

According to the Department of Labor, Florida has the nation's second-highest number of foreigners with temporary work visas.

 

St. Pete house fire causes backups on I-275

Mar 10, 2010 11:29 pm

A house fire in St. Petersburg is causing backups on Interstate-275.

 

New: Commission chair accused of 'failed leadership'

Mar 10, 2010 11:29 pm

Adding to the recent turmoil within the Hillsborough County Commission, a Tampa City Council member called for the chair of the county commission to step down Friday.

 

Mike Clay blog: Two rainy days ahead

Mar 10, 2010 10:29 pm

A strong jet stream will be over the Gulf and Florida Thursday and Friday.

 

New DNA evidence on Casey Anthony, but no explanation

Mar 10, 2010 10:13 pm

Florida prosecutors released nine new DVDs loaded with new information Wednesday.

 

Tainted ingredient sold after salmonella found

Mar 10, 2010 9:59 pm

The FDA says the company responsible for a ballooning recall of processed foods continued to manufacture and distribute a flavor-enhancing ingredient for a month after tests confirmed it was made with...

 

Tourist injured in personal watercraft collision

Mar 10, 2010 9:58 pm

Marine rescue crews said a Toledo man approached his 22-year-old son on a personal watercraft. He turned off the watercraft and coasted toward his son, but the two collided anyway.

 
 

Local News from Gainesville Sun via Yahoo! News

Public schools foundation director leaving; replacement coming from board

Mar 11, 2010 2:59 am

By Harriet Daniels Staff Writer The Alachua County Public Schools Foundation Inc. will have a new executive director, its second in less than two years -- this one coming from within its board ranks.

 

Senate passes jobless aid, business tax breaks

Mar 10, 2010 11:59 pm

The Associated Press The Senate voted Wednesday to extend a host of soon-to-expire elements of last year's economic stimulus measure, including help for the jobless and money to help financially strap...

 

Ethics complaint against Rodney Long dismissed

Mar 10, 2010 9:59 pm

By Christopher Curry Staff writer The Florida Commission on Ethics dismissed a complaint against Alachua County Commissioner Rodney Long in late February on the grounds that the allegation lacked &quo...

 

Federal sentencing delayed for former Levy commissioner

Mar 10, 2010 9:59 pm

By Karen Voyles Staff writer Federal sentencing for a former Levy County commissioner has been delayed until May.

 

GPD: Men had $2,500 worth of Ecstacy in car

Mar 10, 2010 7:15 pm

By Karen Voyles Staff writer Gainesville police pulled over a car to check the level of tint on the windows and wound up arresting the driver and passenger after finding $2,500 worth of Ecstacy tablet...

 

Semi driver avoids car, likely saves life of elderly woman

Mar 10, 2010 3:14 pm

By Karen Voyles Staff writer A semi driver is credited for likely saving the life of an elderly woman who pulled out in front of the truck loaded with asphalt.

 

List of Alachua County judicial candidates pared down to 15

Mar 10, 2010 3:14 pm

By Karen Voyles Staff writer This list of names of attorneys being considered for two Alachua County judicial vacancies has been whittled to 15.

 

Deputies believe bones are of woman in her 20s

Mar 10, 2010 11:16 am

By Karen Voyles Staff writer Bradford County deputies following a tip in a seven-year-old cold case discovered on Monday the skeletal remains of a woman while searching a small, rural cemetery. (Photo...

 

Businesses hope for boost from Gatornationals

Mar 10, 2010 11:16 am

By Anthony Clark Business editor In years past, Gatornationals has been a boost for Gainesville hotels and restaurants during an otherwise quiet week with colleges on spring break. (Photo by Erica Bro...

 

Oak Hall students push Senate committee on biodiesel law

Mar 10, 2010 11:15 am

By Ron Word Capitol correspondent Four Oak Hall High School science students received a lesson in government Tuesday when they persuaded a Senate committee to approve a measure designed to cut governm...

 
 

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