As the weather cools and the new year approaches, there are still plenty of reasons for visitors to spend some time checking out Weeki Wachee Springs State Park. The park, which is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday through Sunday at this time of year, is a great place to see manatees up close and personal. The springs are a popular destination for the animals in the winter. Manatees like to get away from the cooler air and take a dip in the water that remains at 72 degrees. ...more

December 30, 2009

Cyndi Gay and her brother were removed from their hometown before they ever spent their first day at pre-school. ...more

February 14, 2009

Tommy Ervin is a Florida native and veteran of the state parks system who hopes to finish his career in the land of the mermaids. ...more

January 14, 2009

The area's best-known roadside tourist attraction is known for its mermaids and their grace and elegance underwater. ...more

December 8, 2008

A Toys for Tots Classic Car and Motorcycle Jamboree will take place this weekend. ...more

December 6, 2008

The cleanup of algae and sediments along one of the area's most famous landmarks came to a sudden halt Thursday. ...more

December 6, 2008

Spring Mermaids Service Unit of Girl Scouts of West Central Florida will host registration rallies as follows: ...more

August 12, 2008

Ann Wallace was not going to take no for an answer. Years ago, her daughter learned of a place in Florida that has mermaids. When she discovered there was a two-day camp, her heart was set on going. She was not about to be convinced otherwise. ...more

July 28, 2008

It's not just for local girls. Several from out of state come to Weeki Wachee to learn how to swim like a mermaid. ...more

July 27, 2008

The world-famous mermaids of Weeki Wachee Springs attraction in Florida, will be performing at Ripley's Aquarium in Myrtle Beach, S.C. Aug. 1-3. ...more

July 3, 2008