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Tucked between the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay, Shell Key Preserve is one of Florida’s largest and most pristine barrier ...

At least eight people along the Gulf Coast have died and 22 others have been infected with Vibrio vulnificus bacteria.

Wolff said Mexico Beach is undergoing several positive changes. The State of Florida Auditor General’s Office released a report in December of 2024 noting no major issues or wrongdoing.

The city trucked the extra shells over to the Mexico Beach boat ramp and opened it up to the public to search for shells on Friday and Saturday, June 6-7. Shell collectors brought out their ...