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FLORIDA — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Florida. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest and quirkiest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Sea Turtles Rescued From Frigid Waters Treated At FL Aquarium

Dozens of green sea turtles have been rescued from frigid waters during Florida’s ongoing cold snap, the Florida Aquarium said.

Man Runs Over Customer At Gas Station: Bradenton Police

After a fight at a Marathon gas station in Bradenton, a man ran over another customer, breaking his leg, police said.

DUI Driver Hit Man Working On Grand Prix Monument: St. Pete Police

A man driving a minivan was accused of driving under the influence after losing control, hitting a man on Dali Blvd SE, St. Pete police said

Bradenton Home Invasion Suspect Caught Trying To Flee To Mexico: MCSO

The suspect in a Bradenton home invasion that left one of his accomplices dead was caught trying to flee to Mexico, Manatee sheriff said.

Girl, 13, Hit By Car After Getting Off School Bus: FL Highway Patrol

A 13-year-old Hudson girl was hit by a car while crossing a Pasco County street after getting off a school bus, FL Highway Patrol said.

Reckless Driver Faces Drug Charges After I-75 Chase: FL Highway Patrol

A reckless driver led deputies, troopers on a chase on I-75 in Sarasota County and was arrested on multiple charges, FHP said.

Sheriff’s Office Employee Arrested For Accessing Internal Emails

An IT administrator for the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office was arrested for accessing internal emails without authorization

Father Of Hit-And-Run Suspect Arrested: Bradenton Police

A warrant has been issued for his son, a hit-and-run suspect in a fatal Saturday night crash, Bradenton police said.

Another St. Pete Beach Restaurant Closes After Hurricane Flooding

PJ’s Oyster Bar in St. Pete Beach is closing after 18 years because of damages caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

13 FL Restaurants, Chefs Named 2025 James Beard Semifinalists

Four FL chefs were named semifinalists in the James Beard Best Chef: South category.

Record 10 Inches Of Snow Falls In FL, Power Outages Soar

An historic winter storm dropped 10 inches of snow in parts of the Florida Panhandle, NWS said. Frigid temps will continue this week.

Pagoda Asian Grill Sets Opening Date In St. Pete
P.F. Chang’s sister company, Pagoda Asian Grill, will open its third location in the U.S. on Feb. 1 in St. Petersburg.

Man Fatally Stabbed To Death In St. Pete: Police

A man was fatally stabbed outside a multifamily home in St. Pete after an argument, police said. The suspect was charged with murder.

Man Robbed Multiple Gas Stations At Gunpoint: Hillsborough Sheriff

A man accused of robbing gas stations at gunpoint was identified by the rental car he used to commit the crimes, Hillsborough sheriff said.

152 Jan. 6 Defendants From FL Pardoned In Trump’s First Official Act

Trump pardoned 152 Floridians connected to the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, including Oath Keepers, Proud Boys and the “Lectern Guy.”

1 Injured In Sarasota Shooting, Suspect Sought: Police

Investigators are looking for the suspect in a Saturday night shooting that injured one person, Sarasota police said.