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FLORIDA — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Florida. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest and quirkiest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

School Bus Driver Dies After Crash At Publix: FL Highway Patrol

The driver crashed into 2 unoccupied vehicles in the parking lot of a Publix after a medical event, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Felon Hid In U-Haul While Fleeing From Deputies: Watch

After refusing to pull over for deputies, a known felon drove off and hid in the back of a U-Haul truck, the sheriff’s office said.

Off-Duty Officer Charged With DUI

An off-duty Tampa police officer was arrested for driving under the influence in New Port Richey, officials said.

Trio Charged After Woman Burned With Acid

The victim suffered severe chemical burns after a person approached her outside her home and threw a cup of liquid at her, authorities said.

FL Sales Tax Holiday For Hurricane Supplies Kicks Off

A two-week sales tax holiday for hurricane and disaster supplies, including generators, kicks off Saturday in Florida.

New College Tosses Thousands Of Books On Gender, LGBTQ+ Topics

Students weren't told about the purge, though in the past they were given the chance to buy books removed by the college, reports said.

2 Bodies Found At Bottom Of Apartment Pool

Two men were found dead in the pool at an apartment complex, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Man Hit By Truck While Running Across Highway: FL Highway Patrol

A 34-year-old Tampa man died after being hit by a truck while running across a highway early Sunday, the FL Highway Patrol said.

FL Faces 'Supercharged' Hurricane Season: AccuWeather Forecast

Forecasters say six to 10 named storms may brew in the Atlantic Ocean from Aug. 27-Sept. 30 weeks after Hurricane Debby flooded Florida.

Retired Army Lt. Col. Charged With Molestation In Hillsborough Co.

A retired U.S. Army lieutenant colonel is accused of molesting a teen and making friends with the teen's family in 2013, authorities said.

Toddler’s Body Pulled From Lake At South FL Park: Reports

The body of a 3-year-old girl who went missing at a Hialeah park was pulled from a lake, according to multiple reports.

Vehicle Pulled From St. Pete Pond: Fire Officials

A submerged vehicle was pulled from Maggiore Pond, St. Petersburg Fire Rescue said.

5 FL Health Care Facilities Among ‘Great Hospitals In America’

The “Great Hospitals in America” list from niche media company Becker’s Healthcare includes accomplished Florida hospitals.

Tractor-Trailer Truck Overturns On U.S. 41: FL Highway Patrol

A tractor-trailer truck overturned on U.S. 41 in Hillsborough County Wednesday morning, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Wife, Man With Bloody Head Arrested While Boarding Miami Plane: Report

The husband, who had hair transplant surgery, was accused of trying to board a Miami flight with a bloody head and bandages, reports say.

Teen Dies Weeks After Being Struck By Lightning: Family

A 16-year-old girl struck by lightning while standing under a banyan tree last month has died from her injuries.

Drug Traffickers Plead Guilty To Charges: U.S. DOJ

Seven members of a meth trafficking organization pleaded guilty to various charges in federal court, the U.S. DOJ said.

148 Arrested In Human Trafficking Sting: Sheriff

Seven victims were also recovered during Operation Summer Shield, a human trafficking sting operation, the Hillsborough County sheriff said.

Traveler Tried To Board Plane Using False ID At Tampa Airport: TSA

A Tampa International Airport TSA officer caught the traveler with a fake ID thanks to facial recognition technology, the agency said.

St. Pete Man Sentenced For Sex, Drug Charges: U.S. DOJ

A St. Petersburg man trafficked fentanyl, heroin and other drugs, as well as women for sex, the U.S. Department of Justice said.

Man Tried To Seduce 14-Year-Old Girl: Clearwater Police

A man faces charges after trying to seduce who he thought was a 14-year-old girl online, Clearwater police said.

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