April and May have historically been the driest months of the year. Because we’ve had such low rainfall, and because we are in such a severe drought, a phase one water shortage order goes into effect for Charlotte, Citrus, DeSoto, Hardee, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lake, Levy, Manatee, Marion, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota and Sumter counties on May 8th. The order is scheduled to last until July 31st. This is a very limited order; however, water restrictions could become more stringent as water becomes more scarce. The order requires that local utilities companies review their conservation measures, and it asks that residents reduce usage and conserve water. Stopping leaky faucets, and limiting lawn watering are ways you can reduce your water usage. Rest assured because there isn’t any reason for concern. An adequate water supply is still available for your water needs.
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Spring Training is Here: MLB teams prepare for the season in sunny Florida.
The spring training season has begun. There are many visiting Major League Baseball teams training in Florida during the months of February and March. The convenience of close proximity for these high caliber teams makes training at the highest level that much easier. For residents and visitors, you can enjoy the perfect spring-time weather while watching some of the best major league baseball players in the country at a field near you. The full list of teams and their stadiums are below:
-New York Yankees: Steinbrenner Field, Tampa
-Philadelphia Phillies: Spectrum Field, Clearwater
-Toronto Blue Jays: Florida Auto Exchange Stadium, Dunedin
-Detroit Tigers: Publix Field at Joker Merchant Stadium, Lakeland
-Atlanta Braves: Champion Staium, Kissimmee
-Pittsburgh Pirates: McKechnie Field, Bradenton
-Baltimore Orioles: Ed Smith Stadium, Sarasota
-Tampa Bay Rays: Charlotte Sports Park, Port Charlotte
-Minnesota Twins: CenturyLink Sports Complex, Fort Myers
-Boston Red Sox: Jet Blue Park, Fort Myers
-New York Mets: Tradition Field, Port St. Lucie
-Miami Marlins: Roger Dean Stadium, Jupiter
-St. Louis Cardinals: Roger Dean Stadium, Jupiter
-Washington Nationals: The Ballpark of the Palm Beaches, West Palm Beach.
To watch your favorite teams, find a game on the major league baseball website schedule and buy tickets:
Pictures from the Winter Surf Expo of January 2017
