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The Florida Lottery offers residents and visitors multiple ways to try their luck and potentially win life-changing prizes. Whether you're new to lottery games or looking to explore different options, this guide covers everything you need to know about playing the Florida Lottery. Getting Started To play the Florida Lottery, you must be at least 18 years old. Tickets can be purchased at authorized retailers throughout the state, including convenience stores, gas stations, and supermarkets.

When you create and publish a guide on My Local Press, you're doing more than just sharing information—you're shining a spotlight on what makes your community special. Imagine a friend or family member visiting your town for the first time. What would you want them to know? What's the story behind where you live? What are the hidden gems that locals treasure but visitors rarely discover? These insights, when shared through a well-crafted guide, become powerful tools for community growth. **Spo

Discover how sharing your community's hidden treasures and travel experiences can transform your local economy. Does your town have undiscovered gems that travelers would love to explore? From historic Main Street landmarks and scenic hiking trails to family-owned restaurants and unique cultural attractions, your community likely offers experiences that outsiders simply don't know about yet. Local travel journalism serves a dual purpose: it helps visitors discover authentic experiences while d

My Local Press has launched its iOS and Android apps, now available for download in the App Store and on Google Play. The My Local Press mobile apps empower users to report on and publish news anywhere in the field using their smartphone, AI-powered tools, and professional news publishing features. Users can easily research and create news content, publish photos, videos, or interviews, and broadcast live streams directly from their local area. These mobile tools are an important part of accomp

My Local Press empowers everyone with a smartphone to report on local crime in their community. As an independent field reporter using the My Local Press mobile apps, you have the ability to document crimes as they happen, capture and preserve evidence, and leverage our AI technology to create and publish content instantly—helping hold those accountable and pursue justice. In an era where local newspapers have closed and community journalism is underrepresented, My Local Press is committed to b

In an era when local newspapers are disappearing at an alarming rate, My Local Press is stepping up to fill the void with an innovative platform that brings community journalism back to towns that need it most. The mission is clear: restore local news coverage to communities where newspapers have closed, independent journalism is underrepresented, or no local paper exists at all. My Local Press empowers independent journalists and small-town community newspapers to report on the stories that ma

Local sports coverage is making a comeback, and independent journalists are leading the charge. My Local Press has launched a comprehensive sports section that enables community publishers to report on athletic events at every level—from youth leagues to professional teams—right in their own neighborhoods. The platform democratizes sports journalism, allowing parents to cover their child's baseball game with the same tools professional reporters use. Whether it's a high school football rivalry,

MIAMI BEACH, FL — A major mixed-use development is taking shape in North Beach, promising to transform the neighborhood with new retail, dining, and residential options. 71 Nobe, currently under construction in the North Beach area of Miami Beach, will feature a comprehensive mix of commercial and residential spaces designed to serve the growing community. The development's anchor tenant will be a Target store, marking a significant addition to the neighborhood's retail landscape. In addition

Miami Beach's Sunset Harbour neighborhood has a new destination for quality automotive repair with Touch of Class Autobody, a full-service car repair shop dedicated to providing premium vehicle care to local residents and businesses. The shop offers comprehensive automotive services, from collision repair and paintwork to routine maintenance and detailing. Touch of Class Autobody aims to fill a growing need in the Miami Beach area for reliable, professional auto repair services that prioritize

Miami Beach's famed Lincoln Road Mall has welcomed a new addition that celebrates the legacy of football's greatest icon. The Pelé Soccer store, located on the bustling pedestrian promenade, offers locals and visitors alike a premier destination for soccer apparel, equipment, and memorabilia. Named after Brazilian football legend Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known worldwide simply as Pelé, the store embodies the spirit and passion of "the beautiful game." The Lincoln Road location joins a selec

Miami Beach, FL – Lincoln Road's vibrant shopping scene welcomes a distinctive addition as Osklen, the renowned Brazilian fashion brand, opens its doors in South Beach, bringing a unique blend of sustainable luxury and contemporary style to one of South Florida's most iconic pedestrian promenades. Founded in Rio de Janeiro in 1989, Osklen has built an international reputation for combining high-end fashion with environmental consciousness. The brand's philosophy, known as "e-brigade" (ethics, a

MIAMI BEACH — The Lincoln Road Antique Market has become one of Miami Beach's most popular weekend destinations, drawing hundreds of visitors every Saturday and Sunday afternoon. Located along the iconic Lincoln Road pedestrian mall, the market features dozens of vendors offering everything from vintage furniture and mid-century modern décor to rare collectibles, estate jewelry, and unique artwork. The open-air setting provides a relaxed atmosphere where shoppers can browse at their leisure whi

WEBSTER GROVES, Mo. – An extraordinary scene unfolded Saturday night at the Vetta Sports Soccerdome on East Avenue, where a curious two-year-old found himself trapped inside a claw machine. Cooper King was at the facility with his family, watching his older brother play soccer, when the incident occurred. According to his mother Megan, she looked away for just 15 seconds before hearing someone shout "Cooper!" and point frantically toward the arcade game. "I couldn't believe what I was seeing,"

Miami Beach is bracing for significant traffic congestion this week as the annual Miami Boat Show draws thousands of boating enthusiasts and industry professionals to the area. The show, one of the largest marine exhibitions in the world, is expected to attract substantial crowds throughout the week, creating challenging road conditions for commuters and residents in the surrounding neighborhoods. Local authorities are urging drivers to plan ahead and consider alternative routes to avoid delay

As Valentine's Day approaches, Venus Fleur is gearing up for its busiest season of the year, delivering luxury preserved roses to lovers throughout the community and beyond. The premium floral company specializes in real roses that have been carefully preserved to maintain their beauty for up to a year or longer, offering an alternative to traditional fresh-cut flowers that wilt within days. This Valentine's Day, Venus Fleur expects to see a significant surge in orders as couples seek meaningfu

The My Local Press Featured Citizens section spotlights and recognizes outstanding members of the community, telling their stories to build connections and bring people together. Through these features, we explore who they are, where they came from, and how they have positively impacted the community. Do you know someone making a difference in your neighborhood? Sign up now to honor them as a Featured Citizen and share their inspiring story with your community.

The green iguana has become a fixture across tropical regions and, more recently, a frequent presence throughout South Florida. Since arriving in the 1960s, this invasive species has multiplied dramatically and spread across the southern portion of the Sunshine State, especially in Miami-Dade County, Palm Beach County, and regions around Lake Okeechobee. But these seemingly docile oversized lizards are causing significant damage to Florida's ecosystems and infrastructure. After displacing native

My Local Press provides a vital service for communities across America: a place to publish free obituaries and funeral announcements when traditional options have disappeared. In countless small towns and cities, local newspapers have closed their doors, leaving families without a trusted platform to share tributes and notify their communities of a loved one's passing. This gap has created real hardship during already difficult times—families struggle to ensure that obituary information reaches

Publishing news is easy with My Local Press AI. My Local Press offers users a host of AI tools to research, write, enhance, and publish news that make creating and publishing news stories easy, enjoyable, and efficient. When creating a news story, advertisement, coupon, event, resource, or classified, complete as much of the form as you want—or nothing at all. Simply tap the AI menu star in the upper right corner of the page and tell My Local Press AI what you want to do. Click done, proofread,

The 2026 Winter Olympics officially commenced today in Italy, marking the return of the world's premier winter sports competition to the Alpine nation. The opening ceremonies, held across the co-host cities of Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, showcased Italy's rich cultural heritage while welcoming athletes from over 90 nations to compete in this celebration of winter sport excellence. The ceremony featured stunning displays that paid homage to Italy's storied Olympic history, including references