Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The mermaids are still the main attractions at the state park. Courtesy of Florida State Parks New Perry with Weeki Wachee ...

Mermaids have long captured the imaginations of humans, first appearing in Greek mythology more than 3,000 years ago. Though humans haven’t necessarily visited Weeki Wachee Springs for that long, ...

WEEKI WACHEE GARDENS, Fla. — Susan Backlinie, the famed "Jaws" actress and stuntwoman who played the shark's first victim, has died. She was 77 years old. Her agent confirmed to The Daily Jaws, a ...

It’s what most people can only dream to be when they grow up: A real life mermaid. At Weeki Wachee Springs State Park that dream can come true. But being a mermaid isn’t all flips, tricks and fun; ...

The fish and stingrays at Sea Life Orlando Aquarium are going with the flow as mermaids from Weeki Wachee Springs State Park move into their tank for an extended stay that begins this weekend. “The ...

Don’t Miss a Moment. Join 30,000 locals who stay current on Orlando news, culture, and events. Get our free daily newsletter. In 1947, a small roadside attraction in the sleepy town of Weeki Wachee ...

Mermaids have long captured the imaginations of humans, first appearing in Greek mythology more than 3,000 years ago. Although humans haven’t necessarily visited Weeki Wachee Springs for that long, ...

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park in Florida is hiring mermaids for its underwater theatre. Auditions are "rigorous and challenging," a state spokeswoman told Insider. Weeki Wachee mermaids are required ...