New Tampa Patch Readers Support Rays’ Move to Hillsborough

Should Rays Move to Hillsborough? New Tampa Says Yes

Five out of the six people who commented on the Wednesday story "Rays’ Move to Hillsborough More Likely: Would You Go?" said they would attend more of the Tampa Bay Rays’ baseball games if the team played in Hillsborough County. We know it’s not a scientific poll, but it would seem to represent that New Tampa is in favor of the Rays moving to Hillsborough. Are we wrong? Tell us what you think in the comments section.

Today is Book Lovers Day

Enjoy curling up with a good book? Today’s the day for you! Aug. 9 is Book Lovers Day. If you need an idea for a new read, check out this controversial book about scandals involving teachers and students: Scandalous Book Focuses on Sex Between Teachers, Students.

What’s Up With Bacon Prices?

Wondering why you’re shelling out more for a pound of bacon these days? Turns out part of the blame is found in a “mysterious virus” that’s striking American pig herds, according to The Huffington Post. Retail prices for a pound of bacon have gone up about 14 percent since last year around this time.

To Protect and Serve: Sea Turtles?

Just in case you haven’t heard all the buzz about what happened when Sarasota Police Officer Derek Conley spotted dozens of sea turtle hatchlings heading into a parking lot at Lido Beach, here’s the scoop on what everybody’s talking about.

Awesome work, Officer Conley!

You Could Fry an Egg – Almost!

Hoping for a break from the heat? Keep on hoping!

Tampa Bay’s steamy summer weather pattern continues today with highs anticipated to climb near the mid-90s in some areas. Afternoon storms are possible throughout the Bay with a 40 percent chance of rain likely.