Deadly Doughnut Dispute, Buses Collide, Tow To Go

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Gun Sale Gone Bad Led To Teen's Shooting: Cops

The Pinellas Park Police Department has announced an arrest in a Tuesday night shooting that left a 17-year-old boy with serious injuries. According to the agency, the boy agreed to meet with Ryan Marcus Cardwell, 20, in a parking lot at 5170 Park Blvd. around 10:30 p.m. March 14. Police say the boy agreed to meet Cardwell to sell him a gun.

Boy, 15, Target Of Drug-Related Investigation

A 15-year-old Bradenton boy out on supervised release following a home invasion arrest faces a fresh round of criminal charges after Manatee County deputies served a search warrant at his home on Tuesday.

Pepper Spraying Pet Store Robber Captured: Sheriff

A 30-year-old Lutz man already behind bars in Land O’ Lakes following a robbery that resulted in him getting shot faces more charges out of Hillsborough County.

Winn-Dixie Ends Fuel Perks In Favor Of Plenti

Floridians who favor shopping at Winn-Dixie so they can drive away with savings at Shell gas station pumps may be in for a bit of a surprise come April 5. That’s the day the grocery chain intends to roll out a new customer reward program in partnership with Plenti.

Doughnut Dispute Sparked Fatal Shooting: Sheriff

A Wednesday morning dispute between a 24-year-old man and his mother over doughnuts led to a shooting that left one man dead and a Pinellas County Sheriff’s deputy injured, according to Sheriff Bob Gualtieri.

Tow To Go Revs Up For St. Patrick’s Day 2017

With St. Patrick’s Day falling on a Friday this year, the folks at AAA Auto Club South are preparing for a busy weekend helping keep impaired drivers off roads in the Sunshine State. The organization has announced its partnership with Budweiser to provide safe rides home for motorists and their vehicles will extend throughout the weekend.

Federal Style Estate's Classic Looks, Modern Touches Shine

House hunters in the market for properties with classic styling and modern upgrades may find this Brandon estate fits the bill beautifully. Situated diagonally on its own 1.28-acre corner lot, this brick

federal-style home spans some 4,800 square feet and boasts its own sun room, family room, built-in bookcases and wet bar. There’s also a pecan paneled library and separate pool house with its own antique bar and game room.

Minor Injuries In 2-Bus Collision

A 66-year-old Wauchula man faces careless driving charges after a Wednesday morning collision involving two buses.

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