Tropical Storm Hermine

Despite this weekend’s severe weather, more than 130 newly planted trees stayed safe at Lafayette Park.

Florida’s Arbor Day may be Friday, but Tallahassee and Leon County officials are inviting the public to take part in the area’s own tree planting event Saturday.

The sixth Annual Tree Sale is underway in Valdosta. Due to the recent storms, Valdosta Tree Commissioners have moved up the sale to help with replanting efforts.

After about two months in recess, Congress is back in Washington D.C., and people are hopeful there will be some agreement on what can be done to combat the Zika virus—which has already plagued more than 750 Floridians. That comes as the Senate failed to pass another Zika funding bill again this week and there may be even more issues surrounding the mosquito-borne disease on the table.

Volunteer Florida has a few tips for those interested in volunteering their time or donating money to help Hurricane Hermine victims.

During the time of a disaster, the state usually sees a spike in charitable giving. But, Florida officials are asking people to be mindful of charity-related scams, in the aftermath of Hurricane Hermine. 

Hurricane winds and heavy rain led to downed power lines and power outages after Hermine. The City of Valdosta’s response to the damage may take weeks.

Emergency officials are urging Gulf Coast residents to evacuate ahead of Hurricane Hermine.

Florida Governor Rick Scott is encouraging north Florida residents to get ready for Tropical Storm Hermine.  The storm is headed for Florida’s panhandle.

The head of the National Hurricane Center has a message for those who could be impacted by Tropical Storm Hermine.