Beach Drive A Bust, 81 Jobs, Weekend Events

Patch operates 24 daily news sites in the Tampa Bay area and surrounding counties. The following are some of the top stories from the past day:

Motorist Arrested After Gun Pulled On I-75: Troopers

The Florida Highway Patrol has announced the arrest of a 26-year-old man from Venice after an alleged Wednesday road rage incident on Interstate 75 in the Sarasota area.

Man Drove Across Beach To Caladesi Island: Cops

Clearwater Police say they have a man in custody after an unusual string of events unfolded on the beach Thursday afternoon. According to police, a man drove onto the north part of Clearwater Beach, over the sand and “all the way north onto Caladesi Island.”

Beachfront Beauty Boasts ‘Backyard Living Space’

If you dream of enjoying morning coffee while looking out over the Gulf of Mexico, this Redington Beach home might be a dream come true. While its interior impresses with more than 5,000 square feet and a bathroom big enough to double for a studio apartment, it’s the backyard that will draw your attention.

7 Cheap Things To Do In Tampa Bay This Weekend

Finding new and interesting things to do over the weekend can be tough. Finding things to do on a budget can be even tougher. Fortunately, Patch has you covered!

5 Rare Baby Skunks On The Mend At Owl’s Nest

The folks at the Owl’s Nest Sanctuary for Wildlife have embarked on what might be the most odoriferous, but stinking adorable rescue in the organization’s history.

81 Jobs: Yacht Stewardess, Rodent Control

Tampa Bay area residents in the market for new job opportunities will find many employers across the region have put out help-wanted signs in recent weeks.

Man Sets 'Witch’s’ Home Afire In ‘Rescue’ Attempt: Deputies

A 63-year-old Holiday man’s alleged fiery attempt to rescue his daughter from a woman he accused of holding her hostage ended with his Wednesday arrest.

Photo courtesy of the Owl’s Nest Sanctuary for Wildlife