Jilted Lover, Knife-Wielding Rampage, 73 Jobs

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Flood Watches, Rain Woes Continue In Tampa Bay Area

Tampa Bay area residents hoping for a chance to dry out after days of heavy rain won’t see that happen right away. Manatee and Sarasota counties remained under a flood watch Monday with forecasters at the National Weather Service saying more rounds of rain are likely throughout the region through Tuesday at least.

Tow To Go Revs Up For Labor Day Weekend

Tampa Bay area residents and visitors with big party plans over the Labor Day weekend will find AAA tow truck drivers are ready to help keep roads throughout the region safe. Since the holiday is creating a long weekend for many, the auto club has announced an extended run for its Tow To Go service.

Jilted Lover Charged In Man’s Murder: Deputies

A 32-year-old Port Richey man faces murder and domestic battery charges following the Saturday stabbing death of the man Pasco County deputies say was his live-in girlfriend’s other lover. He also stands accused of battering his girlfriend moments before the fatal stabbing occurred.

Florida Has 30 Of America’s Fast-Growing Companies

With the American economy on an upswing, it shouldn’t be surprising that many companies across the nation are growing by leaps and bounds. Many of the country’s fast-growing firms, as it turns out, happen to be in the Sunshine State.

73 Jobs: Pilates Instructor, Spanish Teacher, Cook

In the market for a new job in the Tampa Bay area? There’s good news on the employment front! Employers throughout the region have put out help-wanted signs in recent days.

Man Rampaged After Watching Mayweather Fight: Deputies

A Holiday man faces a long list of criminal charges after Pasco County deputies say he went on a knife-wielding rampage after watching the Mayweather, McGregor boxing match during a house party that lasted until the wee hours of Sunday morning.

Sarasota Home Delivers ‘Total Waterfront Experience’

House hunters with a passion for waterfront living may find a new listing in the Sarasota area to their liking. With panoramic views of Sarasota Bay, this Point Crisp estate features more than 7,400 square feet of living space and “every resort-style amenity you could imagine.”

Man Found Dead On Flooded Road

The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a man who was discovered face down in a flooded road Sunday night.

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