Florida

Florida

Capital: Tallahassee

When: Florida became a state on March 3, 1845

State Animal: Florida Panther

Pro Sports Teams: Panthers, Tampa Bay Lightning, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, Buccaneers, Magic, Heat, Dolphins, Marlins, Jaguars

Facts: -The state nickname is the Sunshine State -There are 58,560 total Square Miles

Weird Laws: -People can face up to thirty days in jail for selling oranges on the sidewalk -It is illegal to skateboard without a license -It is illegal to sing in a public place while wearing a swimsuit -Doors of all public buildings must open outwards media type="file" key="Maurice Jones-Drew HUGE 80-yard run for the TD Vs The Titans Week 8 2009 - JAX @ TEN Week 8 2009.flv" width="360" height="270"

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