Friends of Gamble Rogers State Park (FROGRS) was selected as one of 170 organizations to receive a 2024 Two For The Trails grant from Athletic Brewing Company. This global program, inspired by Athletic Co-Founder and CEO Bill Shufelt’s tradition of toasting trail adventures with two brews, contributes up to $2 million annually to the protection and restoration of outdoor spaces.

Florida businesses, including those in Palm Coast, will soon benefit from more affordable workers’ compensation insurance. The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (OIR) has approved a statewide reduction in workers’ comp insurance rates, marking the eighth consecutive year of rate decreases.

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The manicured grass lawn, often seen as a hallmark of suburban life, has deep historical roots. However, with increasing awareness of environmental impact and a desire for less maintenance, many are reconsidering traditional lawns. Discover how we came to embrace grass lawns and why alternative ground covers might be a better choice for today’s homeowners.

Friends of Gamble Rogers State Park (FROGRS) recently received a $500 Community Native Landscape Grant from the Pawpaw Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society. These funds were used to purchase native plants, trees, and shrubs for the riverside camping area of the park. As these plants mature, they will provide additional shade, enhance privacy between campsites, and create habitats for local fauna.

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