How You Can Help Find a Home for Dudley

Be a Forever Family to a Homeless Pup

Dudley is great with kids and is looking for a family to love him, according to Hillsborough County Animal Services, which has a new blog on Temple Terrace Patch. If you’re interested in adopting Dudley, call 813-744-5660.

We asked this question Monday as part of Patch’s Smart Spending series. What’s the standard practice here in New Tampa? And where's the best place to buy the set you want?

Now That’s Messed Up

A home surveillance video shows a woman just walking up to a 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 it. If you do, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office would love to hear from you.

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.

Better Run To Hallmark, Or Not

Today is national Father-In-Law Day. While it may not be a shock that there 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.