Tampa Bay’s Morning Krewe

Weekdays 6:00AM - 10:00AM

Alligator pushes through metal fence.  This video is scary knowing that our fences we have around our homes to protect our kids and pets are not that safe.  Watching this alligator just push through this metal fence like it is spaghetti makes you think.  Found this story at Creative Loafing website.

There are 1.3 million alligators in the state of Florida in all 67 counties and right now it is mating season.  According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), normally mating season runs from May through June, however experts say it can start as early as March.  Alligators are on the move right now.  First of all, you would think that putting a metal fence around your home or property could keep the alligators out of yards, but not anymore.  This video proves this.

The video that is going viral now, was taken from a weather guy in Placida, Florida which is near Boca Grande, FL.

This looks to be around a 10 foot alligator and he easily noses his way through the slots of this fence and then it bends so he can get his entire body through it with no problem.

check out this video

 

This Florida City Has Been Named One Of The Best Cities In The South

A Florida city has been named as one of the best cities in the South by Southern Living. We know that the state of Florida have some great cities, but only one is on the list. The list is voted on by the publication’s readers.

There are ten states on the list with four states that have three cities on their list. Texas, Tennessee, North Carolina and Georgia are the states with the most cities. Many of these southern cities you have most likely visited and would probably visit again. I am surprised that more Florida cities aren’t on the list. Driving through Florida there are beautiful cities to visit, but this list didn’t name them. Maybe the publication’s readers will visit more cities in Florida and put them on next year’s list.

When looking at this list I can totally understand the top cities. Southern Living says, “The South’s many metros are destinations that do it all. They’re hubs of art, culture, and cuisine, not to mention athletics and yes, even outdoor adventure.”

Even though one Florida cities made the list of best cities in the South we know Florida has the best cities. Check out the list below.

  • 15 - Orlando

    The one Florida city on the list is Orlando. We know that there are many things to do in Orlando. The readers of Southern Living say this is one the best cities in the South.

    Orlando, Florida, USA

    Getty Images RF

     

     

  • 5 - Nashville

    Music City makes the list at #5. If you have been there before then you know how great of a city it is. You can see live country music pretty much wherever you go.

    Nashville Tennessee

    Getty Images RF

     

  • 4 - Atlanta

    Southern Living says about Atlanta, “Sprawling parks and bustling food halls, huge sports stadiums and the World of Coca-Cola–this city is a veritable choose-your-own adventure destination.”

    Downtown Atlanta center area skyline cityscape of  USA

    Getty Images RF

  • 3 - Asheville, NC

    This city is absolutely beautiful. Set right in the mountains it has has great places to visit and stay. If you go there make sure you check out the Biltmore.

    Downtown Asheville North Carolina NC Skyline Aerial

    Getty Images RF

  • 2 - Savannah

    I just got back from Savannah and I agree with the list that it is one of the best southern cities. It is a great walking city with many things to see. Check out the candy stores, the great food and the beautiful squares that are in downtown Savannah.

    Forsyth Park in Savannah, Georgia

    Getty Images RF

  • 1 - Charleston, SC

    Charleston is a population tourist destination and a well deserved #1. Southern Living says, “…the vibrant culinary scene, the fantastic shops and boutiques, the coastal breezes blowing in over the Battery–it’s no shock that The Holy City stays at the top of this list year after year.”

    St. Michaels Church and Broad St. in Charleston, SC

    Getty Images RF

  • The Top 20 Best Southern Cities

    1. Charleston, SC
    2. Savannah, GA
    3. Asheville, NC
    4. Atlanta, GA
    5. Nashville, TN
    6. New Orleans, LA
    7. Greenville, SC
    8. Chattanooga, TN
    9. Alpharetta, GA
    10. Austin, TX
    11. Charlotte, NC
    12. Raleigh, NC
    13. Fort Worth, TX
    14. Franklin, TN
    15. Orlando, FL
    16. Birmingham, AL
    17. Dallas, TX
    18. Huntsville, AL
    19. Bentonville, AR
    20. Richmond, VA