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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 clicking here.

2 Arrested For Auto Thefts, Burglaries In Tampa, Pinellas County: Police

Two men were arrested in connection with a string of auto thefts and burglaries in Tampa and across Pinellas County, police said.

High Bacteria Levels Found At Sarasota County Beach: FL Department Of Health

A water quality advisory was issued Thursday at a Sarasota County beach because of high bacteria levels, FL health officials said.

3 FL Tourists Rescued From Gorge At Glacier National Park

While two of the people were swept through the gorge, the third was able to grab onto tree branches and wait for help.

Teacher Showed Sexual Videos, Photos Of Himself To Students: Hillsborough County Sheriff

A teacher faces multiple charges after being arrested for showing students sexual videos and photos of himself, Hillsborough sheriff said.

St. Pete Man Ran $1.2M Fraud Scheme From FL Prison: U.S. DOJ

A St. Petersburg man was sentenced for running a $1.2 million fraud scheme from a Florida prison, the U.S. Department of Justice said.

45 Arrested During July 4 DUI Enforcement: Hillsborough County Sheriff

Hundreds of traffic stops made and 45 people arrested during July 4 weekend DUI enforcement in Hillsborough County, sheriff's office said.

Arrest Made In Fatal July 4 Hit-And-Run Crash In Tampa Area: Hillsborough County Sheriff

A 19-year-old woman was killed in a July 4 hit-and-run crash in Riverview, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said.

Tampa Man Who Embezzled $503K From St. Pete Company Sentenced: U.S. DOJ

A Tampa man who embezzled $503,000 from a St. Pete company spent the money gambling and on vacations, the U.S. DOJ said.

Woman Hospitalized After Driving Into St. Pete Home: Police

A woman lost control of her vehicle and drove into a St. Petersburg home early Monday morning, police said.

Man Walking Along U.S. 301 Hit, Killed By Pickup Truck: FL Highway Patrol

A 19-year-old walking along U.S. 301 in Manatee County on Saturday morning was hit and killed by a pickup truck, FL troopers said.

Teen Hospitalized After Lightning Strikes Family At FL Beach On July 4: Reports

A 17-year-old girl was hospitalized after lightning struck a family of three at St. Pete Beach on July 4, reports said.

3 Decomposing Pets Found Inside St. Pete Home; Animal Cruelty Charges Filed: Police

A St. Pete man was arrested for animal cruelty after 3 decomposing pets and a starved cat were found in a flea-infested home, police said.

Drug Charges Land New Port Richey Man In Federal Prison: U.S. DOJ

A New Port Richey man was sentenced to federal prison after being arrested on drug charges in Clearwater, the U.S. DOJ said.

Teen Brothers Injured After Shooting Leads To Traffic Crash In South St. Pete: Police

Two teenage brothers were injured after a shooting lead to a south St. Petersburg traffic crash Thursday afternoon, police said.

Multiple July 4 Fireworks Injuries, Fires Reported: Hillsborough County Fire Rescue

Among fireworks incidents reported over the July 4 weekend, two people suffered hand injuries and a boy was rushed to surgery, HCSO said.

What FL Residents Need To Know About Flash Flooding After Deadly Texas Tragedy

Rivers and streams across Florida could be at risk of flash flooding, FEMA said.

Multiple July 4 Fireworks Injuries, Fires Reported: Hillsborough County Fire Rescue

Among fireworks incidents reported over the July 4 weekend, two people suffered hand injuries and a boy was rushed to surgery, HCSO said.