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There's a National Father-In-Law Day?

Green benches, home surveillance video, Maximo Park, Hurricane Preparedness and national father-in-law day are five things you need to know today.

home surveillance video shows a woman just walking up to car in someone’s driveway, opening the door and looking for stuff to steal, according to authorities.

This is a must-watch video. It can help you realize how important it is to keep your doors locked, even in your driveway. Plus, even though the video is from Valrico, perhaps you recognize the people in the video. If you do, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office would love to hear from you. 

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Where Did St. Pete's Green Benches Go?

 The city of St. Petersburg was once known for its famous green benches that lined the sidewalks downtown and served as popular hangout spots for natives and tourists. Although they were all removed back in 1969, a local craftsman started making replicas that can be found all around Tampa Bay including at Busch Gardens, Tropicana Field and the Florida Aquarium. Read more about the man behind the replicas and find out how you can get your own. 

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Better Run To Hallmark, Or Not

Today is national Father-In-Law Day. While it may not be a shock that here isn't much of a push for this particular holiday, there’s probably a card and a keepsake bottle opener out there somewhere. Although a quick internet search only turned up this rundown of ideas for celebrating, not any themed gifts. Go ahead wish him Happy Father-In-Law Day. He probably has no idea it exists, so the look on his face might be worth it.

Hurricane Preparedness 

Learn key points for preparedness and recovery for your small business during a free workshop offered at "The Greenhouse"  (formerly the Business Assistance Center), according to a city news release. The first workshop this year is about disaster preparedness and recovery for small businesses. It will be held Today, July 31, from 6 - 8 p.m., at 440 2nd Ave. N. in downtown St. Petersburg.

Maximo Boat Docks Open

Last week, St. Pete unveiled the renovated Maximo Park boat launch site. The park now features seven new boat ramps and four floating docks. Improvements to the park also include a new playground, a replica Indian Temple Mound and picnic shelters. 

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