Misspelled Words, Hurricane Season, Strawberry Farm Sued

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The Top Misspelled Word In Florida Is…

What word do Floridians struggle the most to spell more than any other word? Thanks to the folks at Google, we now know the answer.

Hurricane Season 2017: What Tampa Bay Area Residents Need To Know

The 2017 Atlantic hurricane season officially kicks off June 1 and runs through Nov. 30. This is the peak time of year for hazardous storms to develop that may threaten communities throughout the Tampa Bay area.

Dover Farmworker Raped Then Fired: Feds

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has filed a lawsuit that alleges Dover’s Favorite Farms broke federal law by “subjecting a female farmworker to sexual harassment, including rape, and then suspending and firing her for complaining about it,” according to a media release from the agency. The suit was filed May 31 in the U.S. District Court of the Middle District of Florida, Tampa Division.

Snell Isle Estate Built For Entertainers

If entertaining is a passion, this Snell Isle estate is likely to wow. With more than 7,000 square feet and its own “private guest casita,” Casa de Encanto was designed with company in mind.

National Donut Day: Freebies In Tampa Bay Area

Tampa Bay area residents with a passion for sweets can cash in on freebies courtesy of Friday’s observance of National Donut Day. Eateries like Krispy Kreme and Dunkin' Donuts are offering giveaways in honor of the celebration.

Florida Canine Flu Cases Rise, Outbreak Traced To 2 Dog Shows

One day after the state confirmed Florida's first seven cases of the H3N2 virus in canines, the University of Florida’s College of Veterinary Medicine reported an uptick in the number. The school also released information about where the dogs infected with the highly contagious virus are believed to have been exposed.

5 Kids Arrested After Seven Springs Middle Broken Into

Five kids face criminal charges after Pasco County Sheriff’s deputies say they broke into Seven Springs Middle School, caused more than $3,000 in damage and stole five Apple televisions. All five juveniles either go to the school or once did, the sheriff’s office said. A sixth arrest is expected soon.

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