The Surprising Story Behind the Sunshine State's Name: Florida Fun-Sun Fact

Please Support the Show: https://buymeacoffee.com/billmonty0b On today's Florida Fun-Sun Fact we're talking about something we see every day, whether it's on our driver's licenses, our license plates, or the signs welcoming visitors to our state. The name Florida. We all know it. We use it all the time. But do you know where it came from? Join me on a TALK Down Memory Lane back to the early 16th century and discover why Easter and flowers gave Florida its name. Send Me a Message Support the show Click the Leave A Message link above to text Bill Monty...FREE! Share your Memories here: Send a voice message to TalesFromSouthFlorida Visit our website at Tales From South Florida  Want to be a guest on Tales From South Florida? Send Bill Monty a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/17520056164340322cfae84a5 - Search  Share your South Florida memories with us at [email protected] or leave us a voice mail at 754-800-3170. Be sure to tell us your name and the best way to contact you as well as the story you'd like to tell.