Deal Breakers, Shark Video Apology, Tropical Weather

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:

8 Tampa Bay Area Homes With Awesome Bathrooms

The bathroom might not be the most talked about room in a home, but it’s an important one to be sure. If you think a throne room should look like one, some of the available homes on the Tampa Bay area market are likely to delight.

94-Year-Old’s Stolen Tricycle Sparks Fundraiser

Just one day after announcing the theft of a 94-year-old man’s motorized tricycle – his only form of transportation – St. Petersburg Police say inquiries are pouring in from people who want to help. With that in mind, the agency has announced that Suncoast Law Enforcement Charities has stepped forward to accept donations toward the cause.

Bystander, 80, Injured In St. Pete Shooting

An 80-year-old man was sitting outside his St. Petersburg apartment Wednesday night when an argument between two men took a violent turn. Police say the men fired at each other across the complex. Joe Rosemond, caught in the crossfire, was hit in the arm and abdomen.

Tropical Disturbance Under Watch In Atlantic Ocean

Meteorologists at the National Hurricane Center are keeping a close watch on a tropical wave in the Atlantic Ocean that is showing some promise of developing more over the next five days.

8 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!

What Florida Singles Hate The Most: Deal Breaker Map

Florida singles on the hunt for romantic partners may find that working out is a turn on, but doing it together is not. While that might seem surprising in a state known for its near year-round beach weather – and the skimpy clothing that goes along with it – “workout couples” are the biggest turnoff for singles in the Sunshine State, according to an analysis from the creators of a dating app called HaterDater.

Shark Video Apology: Man Says He’s A ‘Conservationist’

A Florida man has apologized for a video showing what appeared to be a 6-foot black tipped shark being dragged to its death by a power boat, according to a social media post from a fellow fisherman. The apology was sent via text after the video was viewed thousands of times earlier this week and touched off public outrage. The man said he was a "conservationist" in his apology.

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