Everglades City News

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is asking Florida residents and visitors to report all sightings of wild turkeys between now and Aug. 31.

Big Cypress National Preserve has issued a temporary closure to promote visitor safety during prescribed fire activity beginning Monday, June 09, 2025.

Spring and early summer mark a general increase in activity for Florida’s black bears after limited movements in winter.

Save the dates for two upcoming license-free fishing weekends hosted by the FWC, a perfect opportunity to try fishing with your friends and family! 

Collier County Public Schools will observe an early dismissal day on Friday, May 30, which is the last day of school for students.

Today, at their May meeting, Commissioners with the FWC approved to advertise proposed rule changes for nonnative species, including Prohibited green iguanas, with no further hearing unless requested.

FWC confirms the first fatal Florida black bear attack in state history.

The FWC is holding a series of virtual public meetings to collect feedback directly from Florida residents on proposed changes to modernize wildlife trapping regulations.