Like so many famous songs of yore, "The Star-Spangled Banner" started as a poem, called “The Defence of Fort McHenry.” It was written by Francis Scott Key in 1814 during the War of 1812.

But his collection of fragments from the Star-Spangled Banner—one red swatch, one white—made him feel less like a have than a have-not. A friend possessed a blue scrap, and, without one for ...

We are privileged to display the Star-Spangled Banner. During the War of 1812, this famous flag survived bombardment and inspired the words that became our national anthem. Now, in full view of ...

A former Premier League star has made a stunning return to football, nine years after completing the unlikely career switch into the music industry. The Argentinian-born former Italy ...

Ruth Matti passed away April 5th, 2025 surrounded by loved ones at The Halifax Hospice Care Center in Orange City, Florida. Ruth's full obit is on the Forest Lawn website. Forest Lawn Funeral Home ...

The relentless efforts by supplicating Republican lawmakers to dream up new things to name after President Donald Trump calls for the activation of The Masilotti Rule. Tony Masilotti was a ...

Christina Anne Adams was found guilty of first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder for stabbing her parents. Adams stabbed her parents after being told to leave their home, then did ...

TALLAHASSEE — Seeking to “restore confidence” in its mission, directors of an embattled foundation affiliated with First Lady Casey DeSantis’ signature Hope Florida welfare-assistance ...

Rory McIlroy wins his first Masters Tournament, completing the career grand slam. This victory ends an 11-year drought for McIlroy since his last major win. AUGUSTA, Ga. — The tears started ...

On April 17, there were 71 brush fires burning in Florida. No rain is in the forecast through the Easter weekend. Among the fires is the Powerline Fire in Volusia County, burning 270 acres.

Florida does have a dry season. When combined with strong winds and low humidity, wildfires often result. As many as 80 percent of homes lost to wildfires could have been saved if owners had ...