Lakeland, FL|News|
Dodge Caliber Sought In Fatal Hit-And-Run Crash In Winter Haven
A 59-year-old Winter Haven woman was crossing Lake Howard Avenue on Jan. 3 when she was struck.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
- Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL
Originally from St. Louis, D'Ann Lawrence White graduated from the University of Missouri School of Journalism. She has worked as an editor, columnist, breaking news reporter, feature writer and investigative reporter for more than 20 years. You can reach her at dann.white@patch.com.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
8 FL Venomous Snake Traffickers Arrested In Operation Viper
Operation Viper uncovered a robust market for black-market venomous snake sales in Florida, and led to 8 arrests, state officials said.
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Tampa, FL|News|
$148.6M Bed Tower To Be Unveiled At Haley Veterans Hospital In Tampa
A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new bed tower will take place Saturday, Jan. 21, at 10 a.m., in front of the bed tower's main entrance.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Environmentally Friendly Clearwater Company Unveils On-Site Apiary
Monin Americas, which produces all-natural syrups and flavorings, is creating a buzz with its beehives.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
16-Year-Old Arrested After Being Accused Of Shooting At Tampa Police
Officers were patrolling 54th Street in an unmarked police car when they said the teen began shooting, striking the front of the car.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Clearwater Officials Apologize To Residents For Recycling Meltdown
City officials said they were unaware that the solid waste department had stopped processing recyclables placed at the curb by residents.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Rowdy House Party In Davenport Leads To Fatal Crash; 6 Arrested
Occupants of a stolen Range Rover at the party fled from deputies and crashed into a Honda Civic, killing a 27-year-old man.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Largo, FL|News|
Extended Passport Hours Offered During Passport Day In Pinellas
The Pinellas County Clerk’s office is offering extended passport hours during Passport Day on Saturday, Jan. 28 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Lab Theater Project To Host Annual Comedic Shorts Festival
The call in 2022 attracted 139 submissions from all over the world, which LAB staff pared down to nine scripts.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Downtown Job Fair Targets Tampa Bay's Veterans, Active-Duty Military
Active-duty military members and veterans make up 17 percent of the population in Tampa Bay.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Super Bowl Legend Dexter Jackson To Lead Gasparilla Children's Parade
The annual family-friendly parade will kick off the Gasparilla season Saturday along Bayshore Boulevard.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Virtual Reality Film Allows Visitors To Swim With Winter The Dolphin
The Clearwater Marine Aquarium has also launched new audio tour braille devices and devices for the hearing-impaired.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Florida Aquarium Expansion Campaign To Be Led By Gas Worx Developer
The Florida Aquarium announced Tuesday that developer Darryl Shaw will lead the nonprofit’s upcoming $40 million capital campaign.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
4 People Seriously Injured In Crash On Interstate 4 In Polk County
Following the crash, the two vehicles overturned and one burst into flames.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Fentanyl, Cocaine Trafficker From Holiday Sentenced: DEA
Edwin Hill of Holiday is the third man sentenced to federal prison for selling fentanyl and cocaine in Tampa Bay, the DEA said.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
New Port Richey Motorcyclist Killed In Crash At Broadmoor, Rowan Roads
The 69-year-old motorcyclist was taken to the hospital where he died.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Hard-Working Tampa Mom To Receive Gift Of Wheels On MLK Day
The mother of three teenage daughters needed reliable transportation for her housekeeping business and Santander Consumer USA stepped up.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Body Of Missing 18-Year-Old Discovered In Woods, Say Clearwater Police
Derrick Gray was last seen on Jan. 5 leaving his apartment on a bike.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Boa Baggage, Migration Melee, Bed, Bath & Out Of Sight: FL Top News
Top FL news: COVID funds can't buy a mansion; more Bed Bath & Beyond closings; stowaway boa; and water lines rupture as temperatures plunge.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Cold-Weather Shelters To Open In Hillsborough County Friday, Saturday
Shelters will open for the homeless and those who live in homes without adequate heat and are unable to find other accommodations.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
