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Doesn’t Work Properly?

on February 25, 2024

We all have been there when you buy something new and it doesn’t work properly. Here are some steps you can take if something breaks or doesn’t work properly, and you feel the problem is with the product, not with the user. If you’ve ever purchased a new boat, only to discover there’s something irretrievably wrong with it, you may have thought, “I’ve got a lemon.” Lemon Laws We’ve all heard about lemon laws, but […]


President’s Day

on February 17, 2024

Officially known as Washington’s Birthday (even though it isn’t actually on Washington’s birthday!), Presidents Day is an American federal holiday that takes place on the third Monday in February. According to Britannica, the origin of Presidents’ Day lies in the 1880s, when the birthday of Washington—commander of the Continental Army during the American Revolution and the first president of the United States —was first celebrated as a federal holiday. Congress Gets Involved In 1968 Congress […]


HISTORY OF VALENTINE’S DAY

on February 11, 2024

The history of Valentine’s Day–and the story of its patron saint–is shrouded in mystery. We do know that February has long been celebrated as a month of romance, and that St. Valentine’s Day, as we know it today, contains vestiges of both Christian and ancient Roman tradition. But who was Saint Valentine, and how did he become associated with this ancient rite? Catholic Church The Catholic Church recognizes at least three different saints named Valentine […]


Florida Boating Regulations

on February 3, 2024

Florida Boating Regulations Florida Boating Regulations are abundant. Several authorities govern maritime matters depending on where the event happens. Local, state, federal, and even international laws may apply along the various different waterways and depending on how far offshore the vessel is located. Florida water boundaries: Before you decide to operate your boat, get familiar with all rules and regulations pertaining to the waters you will be traveling. Failure to follow any of these laws […]