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While paid vacation time has become an expected workplace perk, new research shows Americans are not always using it. In 2017, Americans gave up 705 million vacation days and forfeited 212 million – meaning they couldn’t be rolled over or paid out – equating to $62 million in lost benefits.

Our daughters are performing as never before and outperforming boys. But, there’s a disturbing contradiction that parents and teachers should be aware of.

Floridians now have a new way to renew that is fast, easy, and secure.

Throughout February, Florida State University and the University of Florida are competing in a RecycleMania challenge, educating students and faculty about ways to reduce their waste. Of course, no high-spirited competition is complete without a Twitter meme, so the two campuses took to 280-character rap battles to defend their sustainability bona fides.

Just when we thought Tallahassee was cold, our state reptile took it to a whole new extreme – frozen alligators.

Leon County opened a new multi-use trail along Proctor Road, just east of Thomasville Road, earlier this month.

The New Year’s resolution: easy to make, tough to keep. Research shows that only about 8 percent of people who make New Year’s resolutions will actually obtain them.

Giving back to the community is a company value that starts from the top down. It’s not only a way to stay civically active for the common good, but it can also be good for business.

John Shoup splits his time between New Orleans and St. Croix, which still suffers the ravages of hurricanes Irma and Maria. Still without power, the banks are limited in services, making it difficult for islanders to use credit cards or get cash. That’s when the $2 Bill Campaign began.

Situated on 47 beautiful acres in peaceful Jefferson County, Cavallo Farms was established in 1993. Its owners, Amy Center and Janet Cawley, met as children riding competitively in Orlando. They both went on to graduate from Florida State University and soon after realized their mutual dream of owning and managing a horse farm.

The start of a new season is always a good time to perform routine home maintenance. Follow these steps to get your home in top shape for fall:

Hurricane Irma caused widespread devastation throughout Florida. Millions of people evacuated, while millions more stayed home and rode out the storm. Through it all, Florida’s retailers were providing food, water, supplies and more to our friends and neighbors.

It’s almost here: the first day of fall! This Friday, September 22, marks the official change in seasons. For Tallahassee, that means we’ll start to feel cooler, crisp air and see more of those those bright blue, cloudless skies.

Located along Florida’s “Forgotten Coast,” Alligator Point is a quiet, peaceful refuge for Tallahasseeans needing their beach fix. While you won’t find crystal blue waters here, you will find a laid-back beach experience allowing you to appreciate undisturbed natural Florida landscape.

February is American Heart Month, and while many efforts focus on Go Red For Women, heart health is important for everyone.