Riverview Man Criminal Trial + Deepwater Spill Study Findings

Good Morning. My name is Carlos Hernandez and I am back to update you on the latest happening in the Tampa area with Patch News.

In this issue, you’ll learn about the findings of a 2010 BP Deepwater Horizon Spill study, a Riverview man on trial with a possible death sentence, two local nurses in Lutz, and more. Now, let’s get started.

Today’s weather: The high is 88 and the low is 78 with scattered thunderstorms. The chance of rain is 30%.

Here are the top 5 stories happening around Tampa:

1. Patch took a deep look at two award-winning nurses in Lutz, who are also father and son, in a changing and high in-demand industry. (Patch)

2. A Riverview man accused of killing his girlfriend and their 9-year-old daughter began his criminal trial on Monday. Facing a possible death penalty sentence, he is representing himself at trial. (WTSP)

3. Scientists have published their findings from the 2010 BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill and its effects 10 years after the project to study it began. The University of South Florida College of Marine Science was a leader in the multinational project. The biggest takeaway is that unlike other oil spills such as Exxon Valdez, we were not ready for the event. (WUSF)

4. A Florida couple in Polk County’s Haines City was arrested after police said they rammed an officer's cruiser, tried to run over a K-9 and its handler, then broke into the home of the mayor of Haines City. (WTSP)

5. Rep. Michele Rayner, the first LGBTQ woman of color to serve in the legislature, is running for the seat of Charlie Crist in Congress. She announced her candidacy in Largo. (Tampa Bay Times)

Today in Tampa:

• Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market. Weekly market with fresh produce and unique, artisan goods. (9 a.m.)
• USBG Tampa & Papa's Pilar present the Summer of Rum Cocktail Competition at Postcard Inn on the Beach. (10 a.m.)
• East Tampa Community Revitalization Partnership (ETCRP) Aesthetics & Beautification Subcommittee Meeting. (6 p.m.)
• Soho Cycling Pop-Up Ride with Pride at Armature Works. (6:15 p.m.)
• Tuesday Night Trivia at Keel Farms. (6:30 p.m.)

Tampa Patch Notebook:

• Hear about the historic preservation of Tampa Bay’s important buildings from last week's Cafe con Tampa from Jonathan Moore.
• St. Pete’s only magic theatre is set to open this summer. Tickets are now available.
• On October 31st, United Airlines is launching new nonstop flights to LAX from TPA.
• If you’re looking for a tech job in Tampa Bay, there are plenty to go around.
• Lakeland-based Florida Southern College has invested nearly $120,000 to build out an e-sports arena.
• A 20-story apartment tower near Tropicana Field is moving forward with development.
• The owner of WestShore Plaza mall has filed for bankruptcy.
• The Florida Aquarium in Tampa was named number 3 in the country by a USA Today reader poll.
• Florida gas prices rose to their highest point in 7 years this past week.
• Florida Democrats have announced their support for loan forgiveness for minority farmers, currently in litigation.

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That's all for today. I will be back tomorrow with the latest happening in Tampa. My inbox is open if you have any tips to send or want to reach out: tampadaily@patch.com

-Carlos Hernandez

About me: I have lived in Florida since 1999 and covered the Tampa area for nearly 10 years, mainly with a focus on food through my blog at CarlosEats.com.