As to Florida's award-winning 175 state parks system, the "ball," as it were, is now in Gov. Ron DeSantis’ hands – be it golf, pickle, or tennis. The Florida Legislature passed the State ...

The Florida House passed a bill unanimously protecting state parks from pickleball courts, golf courses and hotel developments TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- State parks would be protected from pickleball ...

Florida residents and the USA TODAY NETWORK are advocating for stronger protections for Florida state parks. Bills SB 80 and HB 209 aim to prevent development like golf courses and hotels within ...

Explore the Corridor Week, an annual celebration back for its second year encourages residents and tourists of all ages to explore state parks and give back through volunteer efforts.

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — A bill aiming to protect state parks from certain development has received approval from the Florida Legislature. It's now up to Gov. Ron DeSantis to sign the bill ...

TALLAHASSEE — State parks would be protected from pickleball courts, golf courses and hotel development under a bill passed unanimously by the Florida House on Thursday in response to last ...

State Parks in Florida Appear Off-Limits to Development as Lawmakers React to Outcry TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — State parks would be protected from pickleball courts, golf courses and hotel ...