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WEATHER ALERT

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FLORIDA FABLES


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This eccentric Florida businessman waged war on gravity. Hereโ€™s how he did it

Read full article: This eccentric Florida businessman waged war on gravity. Hereโ€™s how he did it

A wealthy businessman waged a war against gravity in the 1900s โ€” and monuments to his crusade now remain at two Florida colleges.

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Have you heard of Floridaโ€™s legendary โ€˜Booger?โ€™ Hereโ€™s where it came from

Read full article: Have you heard of Floridaโ€™s legendary โ€˜Booger?โ€™ Hereโ€™s where it came from

This one takes the cake โ€” if only by name alone.

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It turns out Hell was in Florida all along. Hereโ€™s where it came from

Read full article: It turns out Hell was in Florida all along. Hereโ€™s where it came from

Some might describe Florida's climate as "hellish." It turns out they're not too far off the mark.

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This may be the most mysterious death in Florida history. Hereโ€™s what we know

Read full article: This may be the most mysterious death in Florida history. Hereโ€™s what we know

An investigative report shows that Reeser smoked a cigarette, sitting in her easy chair before heading to bed. That was the last day she was seen alive.

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This Central Florida neighborhood has a massive potty chair. Hereโ€™s the crazy reason why

Read full article: This Central Florida neighborhood has a massive potty chair. Hereโ€™s the crazy reason why

Those who wander into this Central Florida neighborhood are likely to spot an incredibly strange sight.

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Toilet seats are being hung along Floridaโ€™s coast. Hereโ€™s the weird reason why

Read full article: Toilet seats are being hung along Floridaโ€™s coast. Hereโ€™s the weird reason why

Near Plantation Key, you can expect to find a rather strange site. Sitting along both sides of a short channel are a bunch of toilet seats.

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This invasive Florida weed poses a huge threat. Hereโ€™s where it came from

Read full article: This invasive Florida weed poses a huge threat. Hereโ€™s where it came from

This invasive plant has become a threat to many southern states โ€” and if you live in Florida, youโ€™ve likely come across it on more than a few occasions.

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Is this Floridaโ€™s strangest delicacy? Hereโ€™s how it got so popular

Read full article: Is this Floridaโ€™s strangest delicacy? Hereโ€™s how it got so popular

When looking at a rattlesnake, โ€œDeliciousโ€ isnโ€™t usually the first word that comes to mind. But that wasnโ€™t always the case.

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Floridaโ€™s โ€˜creepiestโ€™ ghost town is on an island. Hereโ€™s a look at whatโ€™s left

Read full article: Floridaโ€™s โ€˜creepiestโ€™ ghost town is on an island. Hereโ€™s a look at whatโ€™s left

Florida has plenty of strange ghost towns. But this one was ranked as the "creepiest" in the Sunshine State.

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Floridaโ€™s biggest city extinguished by massive hurricane. Hereโ€™s all that remains

Read full article: Floridaโ€™s biggest city extinguished by massive hurricane. Hereโ€™s all that remains

The largest city in the state was utterly annihilated by one such storm nearly two centuries ago.

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This is Floridaโ€™s most ancient building. You wonโ€™t believe how old it really is

Read full article: This is Floridaโ€™s most ancient building. You wonโ€™t believe how old it really is

Florida has plenty of historic structures scattered throughout the state โ€” but when it comes to age, they've got nothing on this place.

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โ€˜Black Deathโ€™ ravaged this Florida city. Could it strike again?

Read full article: โ€˜Black Deathโ€™ ravaged this Florida city. Could it strike again?

The deadliest plague in history once struck the Sunshine State at the start of the 20th century.

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Thereโ€™s a big mystery at this prehistoric Florida spring. Just be sure to plug your nose

Read full article: Thereโ€™s a big mystery at this prehistoric Florida spring. Just be sure to plug your nose

Tucked away in southwest Florida, visitors can find an ancient warm spring โ€” the only one of its kind in the state.

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Nuclear bomb reportedly dropped near Florida. Could it still go off?

Read full article: Nuclear bomb reportedly dropped near Florida. Could it still go off?

In the mid-1900s, a massive bomb was inadvertently dropped after flying out of Florida. And it's believed to still be out there.

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This is the most haunted place in Florida โ€” and among the scariest in the world

Read full article: This is the most haunted place in Florida โ€” and among the scariest in the world

With a history stretching back to the 19th century, this lighthouse was picked as the fifth-most "haunted hotspot" in the world.

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The mysterious disappearance of Oviedoโ€™s chickens. What really happened?

Read full article: The mysterious disappearance of Oviedoโ€™s chickens. What really happened?

For more than 40 years, the streets of downtown Oviedo were known not just for their small-town charm -- and chickens.

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What is the โ€˜Florida Monster?โ€™ The truth behind this century-long mystery

Read full article: What is the โ€˜Florida Monster?โ€™ The truth behind this century-long mystery

The 7-ton blob was found along Florida's Atlantic coast, sparking debate for over 100 years about what it could really be.

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Exploring the Stetson Mansion, a hidden gem in Central Florida

Read full article: Exploring the Stetson Mansion, a hidden gem in Central Florida

News 6 loves to showcase hidden gems across Central Florida, and one of those gems is taking us back 139 years to "the house that hats built."

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An assassinโ€™s skull was stashed in this Central Florida town. Hereโ€™s where, why

Read full article: An assassinโ€™s skull was stashed in this Central Florida town. Hereโ€™s where, why

Florida is no stranger to strange history, but this one connects all the way back to the Lincoln assassination.

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This massive Florida tower hides a tragic story. Have you heard about it?

Read full article: This massive Florida tower hides a tragic story. Have you heard about it?

Drivers passing by this park are likely to spot a massive tower standing alone amid a bunch of trees. What they might not know is the tragic tale surrounding it.

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Mystery โ€˜ghost lightsโ€™ reported along backwoods Oviedo road

Read full article: Mystery โ€˜ghost lightsโ€™ reported along backwoods Oviedo road

For decades, Seminole County residents have told rumors about โ€œghost lightsโ€ that supposedly appear at night along a local back road.

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Are people buried outside this Publix store in Orlando?

Read full article: Are people buried outside this Publix store in Orlando?

Floridaโ€™s ever-popular grocery chain has plenty of interesting features, though one location in particular has an odd sight in store for visitors.

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Yes, this Florida village is called โ€˜Taintsvilleโ€™ โ€” but itโ€™s not what you think

Read full article: Yes, this Florida village is called โ€˜Taintsvilleโ€™ โ€” but itโ€™s not what you think

Its name might evoke a more vulgar connotation, but it actually stems back to the 1970s.

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Want to see alligators? This Florida highway may be the best place to do so

Read full article: Want to see alligators? This Florida highway may be the best place to do so

One highway in Florida is considered to be among the best places to spot alligators: a stretch of Interstate 75 dubbed โ€œAlligator Alley.โ€

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This giant statue of Jesus sits alone off Floridaโ€™s coast. How did it get there?

Read full article: This giant statue of Jesus sits alone off Floridaโ€™s coast. How did it get there?

A large, bronze statue of Jesus Christ sits in one of Floridaโ€™s state parks. But youโ€™ll have to search the seafloor to find it.

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This Florida restaurant is Americaโ€™s most haunted. Hereโ€™s the story behind it

Read full article: This Florida restaurant is Americaโ€™s most haunted. Hereโ€™s the story behind it

Legends about this restaurant have abounded for decades now. But how it started is a little more grisly.

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โ€˜A Grave in the Street:โ€™ Why is there a tomb in the middle of this Florida neighborhood?

Read full article: โ€˜A Grave in the Street:โ€™ Why is there a tomb in the middle of this Florida neighborhood?

Those who take this backroad in New Smyrna Beach are likely to see an eerie surprise: a gravesite embedded in the middle of the street.

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Long-lost nuclear bunker below Central Florida finally uncovered. Hereโ€™s what happened

Read full article: Long-lost nuclear bunker below Central Florida finally uncovered. Hereโ€™s what happened

This may have been Mount Doraโ€™s best-kept secret โ€” that is, until now.

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These are some of the strangest places in Florida. Have you heard of them?

Read full article: These are some of the strangest places in Florida. Have you heard of them?

Itโ€™s no surprise that Florida is a strange place. But some places in the Sunshine State are weirder than others.

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Have you seen this headless Florida dinosaur on the road? Well, itโ€™s got a deadly past

Read full article: Have you seen this headless Florida dinosaur on the road? Well, itโ€™s got a deadly past

The large, headless sculpture of a brontosaurus still sits decades after its creator suffered a horrible accident.

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This was Floridaโ€™s strongest earthquake. What are the chances of another one?

Read full article: This was Floridaโ€™s strongest earthquake. What are the chances of another one?

When you think about earthquakes, Floridaโ€™s probably not the first state that comes to mind. But that doesn't mean they can't happen.

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These โ€˜catacombsโ€™ were hidden beneath Mount Dora for decades โ€” until now

Read full article: These โ€˜catacombsโ€™ were hidden beneath Mount Dora for decades โ€” until now

This may have been Mount Doraโ€™s best-kept secret โ€” that is, until now.

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This famous Florida drinking fountain is radioactive. Would you take a sip?

Read full article: This famous Florida drinking fountain is radioactive. Would you take a sip?

If you head downtown, thereโ€™s a good chance youโ€™d miss one of its biggest local attractions: an old radioactive well dubbed the "Fountain of Youth."

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The โ€˜Moonmanโ€™ on Interstate 4 has a strange past. Hereโ€™s the story

Read full article: The โ€˜Moonmanโ€™ on Interstate 4 has a strange past. Hereโ€™s the story

Drivers heading west along Interstate 4 through Seminole County might have caught a glimpse of this large astronaut statue during their commute.

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Take a trip down these 7 mysterious Florida trails. Hereโ€™s where they lead

Read full article: Take a trip down these 7 mysterious Florida trails. Hereโ€™s where they lead

For those looking, Florida is a hotspot for strange and mysterious places in out-of-the-way spots.

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Is the fabled โ€™Garden of Edenโ€™ really in Florida? Here are the details

Read full article: Is the fabled โ€™Garden of Edenโ€™ really in Florida? Here are the details

Could one of the most legendary places in history be tucked away in the Sunshine State? This man certainly thought so.

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Yes, you can paint this strange Florida bridge. Hereโ€™s where to find it

Read full article: Yes, you can paint this strange Florida bridge. Hereโ€™s where to find it

At first glance, the site looks like a victim of vandalism, though what first-time visitors might not know is that itโ€™s all perfectly legal.

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Abandoned Navy lab sealed off at this Orlando lake. Whatโ€™s lurking inside?

Read full article: Abandoned Navy lab sealed off at this Orlando lake. Whatโ€™s lurking inside?

Drivers heading past Lake Gem Mary along Gatlin Avenue may be familiar with an old sealed-off building stashed away on the lakeside.

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This crazy Florida ghost town was built on the water. Hereโ€™s where to find it

Read full article: This crazy Florida ghost town was built on the water. Hereโ€™s where to find it

The town's remains still sit far out in the bay, and they have a history as one of Florida's wildest party scenes.

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This strange Orlando superhero was a mystery for years. Hereโ€™s what really happened

Read full article: This strange Orlando superhero was a mystery for years. Hereโ€™s what really happened

Word spread about his exploits after a YouTube video showed the Ratman in action, reportedly fighting off a โ€œwould-be bike thief.โ€

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Cuban dictatorโ€™s legacy lingers in Daytona Beach history

Read full article: Cuban dictatorโ€™s legacy lingers in Daytona Beach history

Fulgencio Batista, the former Cuban president and dictator, was a regular vacationer and resident of Daytona Beach in the 1940s and 50s.

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Abandoned missile base hidden in this Florida marsh. Hereโ€™s where to find it

Read full article: Abandoned missile base hidden in this Florida marsh. Hereโ€™s where to find it

In the heart of the Florida Everglades, visitors can find the remains of a massive Cold War-era nuclear missile base.

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โ€˜Americaโ€™s Oldest Manโ€™ is buried in Central Florida. Hereโ€™s where to find him

Read full article: โ€˜Americaโ€™s Oldest Manโ€™ is buried in Central Florida. Hereโ€™s where to find him

A long-lived national celebrity is hiding among the tombstones in this Central Florida cemetery.

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โ€˜HOHO Chair:โ€™ Hereโ€™s the story behind this weird โ€˜wormholeโ€™ in a Florida backyard

Read full article: โ€˜HOHO Chair:โ€™ Hereโ€™s the story behind this weird โ€˜wormholeโ€™ in a Florida backyard

Those who wander into this Central Florida neighborhood are likely to spot an incredibly strange sight.

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โ€˜Global Weirdness:โ€™ Snow fell in South Florida nearly 50 years ago. Could it happen again?

Read full article: โ€˜Global Weirdness:โ€™ Snow fell in South Florida nearly 50 years ago. Could it happen again?

In 1977, snow fell in South Florida for the first time in recorded history.

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โ€˜Old Hitler:โ€™ Hereโ€™s the story behind Floridaโ€™s most monstrous shark

Read full article: โ€˜Old Hitler:โ€™ Hereโ€™s the story behind Floridaโ€™s most monstrous shark

Move aside, Jaws โ€” there's a new shark in town.

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A creepy shack in this Florida swamp hides a gruesome past. Hereโ€™s the full story

Read full article: A creepy shack in this Florida swamp hides a gruesome past. Hereโ€™s the full story

Those who travel deep into Green Swamp will find an eerie surprise: a decrepit wooden hut in the middle of the woods.

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Floridaโ€™s ancient warm spring hides a big mystery. Hereโ€™s what to know

Read full article: Floridaโ€™s ancient warm spring hides a big mystery. Hereโ€™s what to know

Tucked away in southwest Florida, visitors can find a prehistoric warm spring โ€” the only one of its kind in the state.

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Floridaโ€™s โ€˜Stonehengeโ€™ is hidden in the woods. Hereโ€™s where to find it

Read full article: Floridaโ€™s โ€˜Stonehengeโ€™ is hidden in the woods. Hereโ€™s where to find it

The project โ€” later dubbed "Florida's Folly" โ€” nearly caused the Sunshine State to be split in half.

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Something strange is buried in this Sanford cemetery ... and itโ€™s not human

Read full article: Something strange is buried in this Sanford cemetery ... and itโ€™s not human

Deep in the Lakeview Cemetery of Sanford sits a headstone with a strange figure etched on it.

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Make sure to see this strange Florida tower before you die. Hereโ€™s the scoop

Read full article: Make sure to see this strange Florida tower before you die. Hereโ€™s the scoop

It's one of the most โ€œbeautifulโ€ places in the country โ€” and it can be found right here in Central Florida.

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Did you know that Hollywoodโ€™s โ€˜most beautiful womanโ€™ died a recluse in this Central Florida city?

Read full article: Did you know that Hollywoodโ€™s โ€˜most beautiful womanโ€™ died a recluse in this Central Florida city?

Did you know that Hedy Lamarr, one of the most popular actresses of her day, was also a brilliant inventor?

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โ€˜Vine that ate the Southโ€™: This invasive weed is a threat to Florida. Hereโ€™s why

Read full article: โ€˜Vine that ate the Southโ€™: This invasive weed is a threat to Florida. Hereโ€™s why

This invasive plant has become a threat to many southern states โ€” and if you live in Florida, youโ€™ve likely come across it on more than a few occasions.

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This strange old horror film was shot in Florida. Hereโ€™s what itโ€™s about

Read full article: This strange old horror film was shot in Florida. Hereโ€™s what itโ€™s about

There are plenty of pop-culture horror icons, such as Freddy Kreuger and Jason Vorhees. But what about frogs?

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Ready for Turkey Day? Hereโ€™s how Florida helped shape Thanksgiving

Read full article: Ready for Turkey Day? Hereโ€™s how Florida helped shape Thanksgiving

Many people in Florida are gearing up to celebrate Thanksgiving this month. However, a decades-long fight nearly caused the holiday to be celebrated an entire week later.

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Which Florida animal scares you the most? Cast your vote

Read full article: Which Florida animal scares you the most? Cast your vote

Some of these animals are known for being pests, while others can be downright deadly.

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This Florida lighthouse is the most haunted worldwide. Hereโ€™s why

Read full article: This Florida lighthouse is the most haunted worldwide. Hereโ€™s why

With a history stretching back to the 19th century, this lighthouse was picked as the fifth-most "haunted hotspot" in the world.

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Floridaโ€™s largest city wiped off the map by major hurricane. Hereโ€™s what happened

Read full article: Floridaโ€™s largest city wiped off the map by major hurricane. Hereโ€™s what happened

The largest city in the state was utterly annihilated by one such storm nearly two centuries ago.

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โ€˜Voice of doom:โ€™ Is a bulletproof alligator wandering through Florida?

Read full article: โ€˜Voice of doom:โ€™ Is a bulletproof alligator wandering through Florida?

Rumors say this alligator terrorized people, deflected bullets and fell in love with a sawmill whistle. But how true are they?

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Infamous serial killer nabbed at this Central Florida bar. Hereโ€™s what happened

Read full article: Infamous serial killer nabbed at this Central Florida bar. Hereโ€™s what happened

The bar made headlines after she was arrested by undercover detectives while drinking inside. Nowadays, guests can enjoy a drink right where she sat.

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Why is there a giant, abandoned โ€˜Arkโ€™ on the side of Interstate 4?

Read full article: Why is there a giant, abandoned โ€˜Arkโ€™ on the side of Interstate 4?

Just off Interstate 4, a massive building almost resembles a big, white boat.

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You wonโ€™t find dinosaur fossils in Florida. Hereโ€™s why

Read full article: You wonโ€™t find dinosaur fossils in Florida. Hereโ€™s why

No dinosaur remains have ever been found in Florida, according to state officials. But there are still plenty of other fossils.

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Floridaโ€™s deepest sinkhole is off-limits. Hereโ€™s the tragic story behind it

Read full article: Floridaโ€™s deepest sinkhole is off-limits. Hereโ€™s the tragic story behind it

The hourglass-shaped hole is estimated to be 500 feet deep โ€” perhaps even more. But youโ€™re not likely to hear about it.

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You can find Hell in this Florida forest. But donโ€™t get lost โ€” or else

Read full article: You can find Hell in this Florida forest. But donโ€™t get lost โ€” or else

Some might describe Florida's climate as "hellish." It turns out they're not too far off the mark.

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This infamous Florida home is lurking in the woods โ€” and itโ€™s got a dark past

Read full article: This infamous Florida home is lurking in the woods โ€” and itโ€™s got a dark past

This large, two-story home was built around 100 years ago. No one lives there anymore โ€” but that wasnโ€™t always the case.

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This section of I-4 is among the โ€˜most haunted roadsโ€™ in America

Read full article: This section of I-4 is among the โ€˜most haunted roadsโ€™ in America

Author Charlie Carlson notes in his book that this area has become โ€œlegendaryโ€ due to its reportedly morbid past.

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This is the most haunted bridge in Florida. Hereโ€™s why

Read full article: This is the most haunted bridge in Florida. Hereโ€™s why

This relic โ€” called the โ€œBellamy Bridgeโ€ โ€” is the oldest of its kind in the state. And it's got a ghastly story to match.

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โ€˜Ghost lightsโ€™ a mystery on this Central Florida road. Have you seen them?

Read full article: โ€˜Ghost lightsโ€™ a mystery on this Central Florida road. Have you seen them?

For decades, Seminole County residents have told rumors about โ€œghost lightsโ€ that supposedly appear at night along a local back road.

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This Florida stump is even older than Jesus. Hereโ€™s its tragic story

Read full article: This Florida stump is even older than Jesus. Hereโ€™s its tragic story

Thanks to the actions of one Florida woman, Florida's oldest tree has been reduced to a stub.

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Secret โ€˜Elf Housesโ€™ a mystery for this small Florida town. Until now

Read full article: Secret โ€˜Elf Housesโ€™ a mystery for this small Florida town. Until now

Hidden in the woods are two small, crumbling, concrete buildings. For many, they've been a decades-long mystery.

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This strange Florida tower is a must-see before you die. Hereโ€™s why

Read full article: This strange Florida tower is a must-see before you die. Hereโ€™s why

It's one of the most โ€œbeautifulโ€ places in the country โ€” and it can be found right here in Central Florida.

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Floridaโ€™s โ€˜creepiestโ€™ ghost town is hidden on this island. Hereโ€™s an inside look

Read full article: Floridaโ€™s โ€˜creepiestโ€™ ghost town is hidden on this island. Hereโ€™s an inside look

Florida has plenty of strange ghost towns. But this one was ranked as the "creepiest" in the Sunshine State.

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Why are people hanging toilet seats off of Florida's coast?

Read full article: Why are people hanging toilet seats off of Florida's coast?

Near Plantation Key, you can expect to find a rather strange site. Sitting along both sides of a short channel are a bunch of toilet seats.

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โ€˜BRIEFLY ALIVE:โ€™ This old Florida home is full of strange messages โ€” and mysteries

Read full article: โ€˜BRIEFLY ALIVE:โ€™ This old Florida home is full of strange messages โ€” and mysteries

The historic home is known for its "Talking Walls," which feature over 12,500 words scribbled by a family who once lived there.

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Killer hurricane wiped out hundreds in Florida. Hereโ€™s how it happened

Read full article: Killer hurricane wiped out hundreds in Florida. Hereโ€™s how it happened

The current hurricane season was expected to be "explosive," though one hurricane in Florida's history stands above all others.

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These are 5 of the worst floods in Florida history. Hereโ€™s what happened

Read full article: These are 5 of the worst floods in Florida history. Hereโ€™s what happened

For a place called the โ€œSunshine State,โ€ Florida tends to get a lot of rain. And that means a lot floods.

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This Florida dog was a strange celebrity. Hereโ€™s how it happened

Read full article: This Florida dog was a strange celebrity. Hereโ€™s how it happened

"Brownie the Town Dog" had no owner โ€” and he didn't need one.

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โ€˜Bardin Booger:โ€™ Is this Floridaโ€™s strangest legend? Hereโ€™s where itโ€™s been spotted

Read full article: โ€˜Bardin Booger:โ€™ Is this Floridaโ€™s strangest legend? Hereโ€™s where itโ€™s been spotted

This one takes the cake โ€” if only by name alone.

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Random Florida Fact: The โ€˜Swamp Volcanoโ€™ mystery

Read full article: Random Florida Fact: The โ€˜Swamp Volcanoโ€™ mystery

Florida has suffered from hurricanes, tornadoes and even tsunamis in the past. But what about a volcano?

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Thereโ€™s a secret tunnel hiding underneath Orlando. Hereโ€™s what it looks like

Read full article: Thereโ€™s a secret tunnel hiding underneath Orlando. Hereโ€™s what it looks like

Local lore suggests that the tunnel connects the historic Beacham Theater to the Angebilt Hotel. News 6 went down to get a closer look.

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A rogue wave ravaged Floridaโ€™s coast. Hereโ€™s why itโ€™s a mystery

Read full article: A rogue wave ravaged Floridaโ€™s coast. Hereโ€™s why itโ€™s a mystery

A freak wave struck Volusia County beaches just hours before the busy Independence Day weekend of 1992.

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A headless dinosaur stands on this Florida road โ€” and itโ€™s got a tragic secret

Read full article: A headless dinosaur stands on this Florida road โ€” and itโ€™s got a tragic secret

The large, headless sculpture of a brontosaurus still sits decades after its creator suffered a horrible accident.

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One of Floridaโ€™s oldest caves is hidden in this giant forest. Hereโ€™s where to find it

Read full article: One of Floridaโ€™s oldest caves is hidden in this giant forest. Hereโ€™s where to find it

If youโ€™re claustrophobic, turn back now.

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Uncovering Floridaโ€™s quirkiest hidden gems: Viral stories behind Taintsville, Ratman, and more

Read full article: Uncovering Floridaโ€™s quirkiest hidden gems: Viral stories behind Taintsville, Ratman, and more

Whether it's the bizarre origins of a townโ€™s name or the truth behind urban legends, News 6 continues to shed light on the peculiar and captivating stories that make Florida one of the most interesting places in the world.

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Ruins in this Central Florida city have been a mystery for decades โ€” until now

Read full article: Ruins in this Central Florida city have been a mystery for decades โ€” until now

Those who travel to New Smyrna Beach might find an odd sight โ€” a series of large stone pits and walls sticking out like a sore thumb.

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This strange Florida ghost town was built on stilts. Hereโ€™s what it looks like

Read full article: This strange Florida ghost town was built on stilts. Hereโ€™s what it looks like

Those taking a trip to Biscayne Bay in South Florida may spot an odd sight on the horizon. Far out in the water, six shacks stand on rickety-looking stilts.

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Hitlerโ€™s yacht lies abandoned off the coast of this Florida city. Here's where to find it

Read full article: Hitlerโ€™s yacht lies abandoned off the coast of this Florida city. Here's where to find it

Nearly 5 miles off the coast, this yacht sits at the bottom of the ocean. How it got there is a longer story.

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These places have some of the strangest names in Florida. Have you been?

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Itโ€™s no surprise that Florida is a strange place. But some places in the Sunshine State are weirder than others.

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This rotting Florida shack holds a deadly secret. Hereโ€™s the full story

Read full article: This rotting Florida shack holds a deadly secret. Hereโ€™s the full story

Those who travel deep into Green Swamp will find an eerie surprise: a decrepit wooden hut in the middle of the woods.

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A mysterious bank vault sits abandoned on this Seminole County road. Hereโ€™s why

Read full article: A mysterious bank vault sits abandoned on this Seminole County road. Hereโ€™s why

Those who drive deep into Geneva will find a curious sight along the roadway: a decrepit bank vault sitting in a small field of grass.

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Thereโ€™s a trick to this โ€˜spookyโ€™ Florida road. But you might not see it

Read full article: Thereโ€™s a trick to this โ€˜spookyโ€™ Florida road. But you might not see it

For decades, drivers have claimed the road makes you feel like you're going backward. News 6 put those claims to the test.

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Corpse of a massive โ€˜sea monsterโ€™ on display in Florida. Hereโ€™s where to find it

Read full article: Corpse of a massive โ€˜sea monsterโ€™ on display in Florida. Hereโ€™s where to find it

This Florida aquarium is among the few places in the world where you can spot one for yourself.

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Daytona Beach: A former dictatorโ€™s home, an incredible reunion and an extensive Cuban art collection

Read full article: Daytona Beach: A former dictatorโ€™s home, an incredible reunion and an extensive Cuban art collection

Fulgencio Batista, the former Cuban president and dictator, was a regular vacationer and resident of Daytona Beach in the 1940s and 50s.

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Floridaโ€™s most haunted bridge is hidden in the woods. Hereโ€™s where to find it

Read full article: Floridaโ€™s most haunted bridge is hidden in the woods. Hereโ€™s where to find it

This relic โ€” called the โ€œBellamy Bridgeโ€ โ€” is the oldest of its kind in the state. And it's got a ghastly story to match.

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โ€˜Americaโ€™s Oldest Manโ€™ is buried in this Florida town. But did he tell the truth?

Read full article: โ€˜Americaโ€™s Oldest Manโ€™ is buried in this Florida town. But did he tell the truth?

A short-lived national celebrity is hiding among the tombstones in this Central Florida cemetery.

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These 7 Florida trails lead to abandoned ruins. Would you go?

Read full article: These 7 Florida trails lead to abandoned ruins. Would you go?

Florida is filled with strange places, but there are a few where youโ€™ll have to take a trek to see them for yourself.

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โ€˜Rattlesnake Dinner:โ€™ This is one of Floridaโ€™s strangest delicacies. Would you try it?

Read full article: โ€˜Rattlesnake Dinner:โ€™ This is one of Floridaโ€™s strangest delicacies. Would you try it?

When looking at a rattlesnake, โ€œDeliciousโ€ isnโ€™t usually the first word that comes to mind. But that wasnโ€™t always the case.

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What is the 35-foot-long โ€˜monsterโ€™ lurking in the St. Johns River?

Read full article: What is the 35-foot-long โ€˜monsterโ€™ lurking in the St. Johns River?

Boaters who saw the so-called monster described it as grey, horned and with an appetite for hyacinths. Strangely, many of the witnesses reported seeing it in the river and on land.

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Is there a sunken nuclear bomb near Florida? Hereโ€™s what to know

Read full article: Is there a sunken nuclear bomb near Florida? Hereโ€™s what to know

In the mid-1900s, a massive bomb was inadvertently dropped off the coast of Georgia after flying out of Florida. And it could still be out there.

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Is this spot in Florida where the โ€˜First White Manโ€™ died in America?

Read full article: Is this spot in Florida where the โ€˜First White Manโ€™ died in America?

Ponce de Leon Park acts as a tribute to the historical explorer. But while there's no fabled Fountain of Youth, the park does make a strange claim.

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