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Week in Review: Garage Fire, Rainforest Cruises, Patch Food Drive

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Gulfport CERT Prepared Couple for Fire: When a Gulfport couple saw flames approaching their property they used years of CERT training to get out safely and call for help.

Propane Tank Explodes in Fire: Emergency officials say at least one propane tank exploded in a garage fire Thursday night.

Wildfires Create Smoky Smell This Morning: A total of 97 wildfires are currently burning in the state, but so far the Tampa Bay area is only getting a heavy dose of smoke.

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Annual Torch Run Takes Off: Gulfport police took part in the yearly run by helping carry the torch more than 4 miles along the route.

Give a Little, Help A Lot: Drop off canned goods at food collection boxes in your neighborhood, and help Florida Patch collect a ton of food for needy families in our region.

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Undefeated Season for Boca Ciega Girls Flag Football: The Boca Ciega High School Girls JV and Varsity teams ended their regular season with a perfect record. The Varsity team is now 11th in the state and will go on to play in a PCAC Championship game on Friday, April 20.

Rainforest Cruises Offers Trips to the Amazon: Jeremy Clubb, Co-Founder of Rainforest Cruises, is dedicated to conservation and "green" living. Through the business, he spreads his passion.

Gulfport's Photo of the Week: Friendly Faces at the Industrial Arts Center: This week's photo of the week is from Lynn DiVenuti with the Industrial Arts Center. DiVenuti posted a photo that shows the people, friends and volunteers at the Industrial Arts Center.

A Dog Shouldn't Be Put Down Because of Its Looks: This sweet young dog was deemed unworthy of veterinary treatment, for nothing more than her appearance.

Older Workers Find Rewarding Employment As Professional Guardians: Finding a job when you are middle age or older isn't always easy. But a substantial number of local older workers have and are continuing to find successful employment in the workplace as professional guardians.

Buy Your Rays Tickets: But Buy Them Legally: What ticket resellers can and cannot do.

Jail Bookings Report: April 2 - 8: The following people were arrested in Gulfport between April 2 and April 8. The information is from Gulfport Police and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.

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