Stephen Leatherman, the coastal scientist and professor known as “Dr. Beach,” has revealed his annual rankings.

The organization's Beach Report Card ranks the most polluted and cleanest beaches in the state based on water quality tests from April 2024 to March 2025, evaluating harmful bacteria levels.

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Florida beaches often feature highly on Dr. Beach's annual list of the best beaches in the country. Here are the ones that scored the top spot.

Matthew Tkachuk scored twice in his long-awaited return to the lineup to lead the Panthers to a 6-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning and give them a 1-0 series lead on Tuesday, April 22.