Florida's freshwater springs and rivers have a rich history. There were several areas in Florida thought to be the source of immortality or having healing properties. However, the one near White ...

A Florida congressman’s proposal to stitch together a patchwork of springs in North and Central Florida into the country’s 64th national park won’t help protect the state’s outstanding, and crucial, ...

Seen from the air, a Florida freshwater spring is a bit of liquid heaven, luring humans and wildlife to enjoy its aquamarine cool. With at least 1,000 of them — more than any other state — the springs ...

U.S. Rep. Randy Fine has proposed a bill to study the feasibility of a Florida Springs National Park, encompassing the Ocala National Forest and surrounding springs. The proposed park aims to protect ...

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — At Rock Springs, just north of Orlando, water gushes from a limestone cliff. Hundreds of gallons of water pour from an opening in the rock every second. Mike Cliburn, with ...