Solar Eclipse, Violent Robbery, White Nationalist

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Solar Eclipse 2017: Tampa Bay Area Schools Set Plans

Tampa Bay area school districts are gearing up for Monday’s solar eclipse in their own ways. While most are planning to limit outdoor activities during the afternoon hours, some are giving parents a free pass to keep their kids home with their absences excused.

Brutal Ybor City Robbery Prompts Call For Help: Video

The Tampa Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating four people who were involved with a violent Sunday night robbery outside a business in Ybor City.

White Nationalist Richard Spencer Denied UF Speaking Platform

The Sunshine State will not be the “next battlefield” for violent clashes between white supremacists and counter-protesters if University of Florida’s president Kent Fuchs gets his way. On Wednesday, Fuchs announced his decision to deny the National Policy Institute’s request to rent space for a speaking engagement by its president, white nationalist Richard Spencer.

‘Cinderella’s Castle’ Up For Grabs In Palm Harbor

Tampa Bay area house hunters with desires to make fairyt ale dreams come true may find this Palm Harbor estate to their liking. Known to some in the area as “Cinderella’s Castle,” this home boasts more than 10,000 square feet of living space, two master bedrooms and its own elevator.

Hurricane Gert, 3 Disturbances Churn In Atlantic Ocean

Forecasters at the National Hurricane Center were busy Wednesday morning monitoring four separate storm systems in the Atlantic Ocean. While Hurricane Gert is making the most waves, three areas of disturbed weather are showing stronger signs for the potential to develop into the Atlantic hurricane season’s next named storms.

Brutal Ybor City Robbery Prompts Call For Help: Video

The Tampa Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating four people who were involved with a violent Sunday night robbery outside a business in Ybor City.

The Art Of The Brick Ends Free Run Soon

Tampa Bay area residents who want to take in Nathan Sawaya’s masterpieces made entirely from Legos will need to act fast. The Art of the Brick is scheduled to end its Tampa run on Sept. 4.

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