1. In 2015, August 18th marked the 45th anniversary of Hurricane Camille, which hit Florida in 1969. Camille was one of the deadliest and costliest storms in Florida history, causing more than $1.4 billion in damages and claiming the lives of over 250 people.

2. On August 18, 1952, the University of Florida became the first university in the state to admit black students. George H. Starke Jr. and Robert W. Harrison Jr. both enrolled that day, marking a significant milestone in the fight for civil rights and desegregation.

3. August 18, 1992 was a historic day for Florida's LGBTQ community, as the city of Key West became the first in the state to pass an ordinance banning discrimination based on sexual orientation. The ordinance was later overturned by the state Supreme Court, but it set an important precedent and helped pave the way for further progress.

4. On August 18, 2018, the historic Belleview Inn in Belleair re-opened after a multi-million dollar restoration. The hotel, which originally opened in 1897, was a favorite haunt of the rich and famous during Florida's Gilded Age, and has been restored to its former glory with modern amenities.

5. August 18, 1963 marked the opening of the Walt Disney World Hotel (now known as Disney's Contemporary Resort) in Orlando. The hotel was one of the first to be built at the new theme park, and its unique design - including a monorail that bisects the building - made it an instant landmark. Today, the hotel remains a popular attraction for visitors to Disney World.