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Polestar Opens 1st Tampa Bay Electric Vehicle Showroom In Midtown
“Florida has the nation’s second-highest electric vehicle sales volume," said Gregor Hembrough, head of Polestar North America.

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.
“Florida has the nation’s second-highest electric vehicle sales volume," said Gregor Hembrough, head of Polestar North America.

A mother and father died in a murder-suicide in Land O' Lakes and their 5-year-old daughter was treated for a bullet wound, officials said.
Two people on a motorcycle died following a motorcycle crash on Massachusetts Avenue in New Port Richey Tuesday afternoon.
Based in Tampa, Wing Boys is known for its 100 flavors of chicken wings.
Inspired by the bold flavors of Outback Steakhouse, Aussie Grill has opened at 14777 N Dale Mabry Highway, redefining fast-casual dining.
Tampa Bay Chapter of the American Culinary Federation chef members cooked up a lunch of barbecue ribs, pulled pork and sides for veterans.
This study will evaluate the land use, transportation and community characteristics to create a cohesive vision plan for redevelopment.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office plans to add 100 electric vehicles to its fleet over the next five years.
Dino & Dragons is now open and will continue through Feb. 6. The exhibit is open six days a week and closed on Mondays.
Cameron Mitchell Restaurants LLC., owner of local favorite Ocean Prime Tampa, is hiring staff for the soon-to-open The Pearl Restaurant.
The grant and loan programs are funded through the $22.5 million in federal funds the city received through the American Rescue Plan.
The $9 million Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting simulator allows firefighters to train for aircraft fires in a controlled setting.
The Tampa Museum of Art is hosting bonus Saturday hours Dec. 17 from noon to 4 p.m. to give art lovers an opportunity to view the exhibit.
"Breaking Barriers: Through Our Lens" brings together the art of 17 U.S. veterans and family members.
We aren’t changing," said Bern's Executive Chef Chad Johnson. "We are evolving.”
"The best way to keep your vehicle and your belongings safe is to simply lock your car," said Sgt. Amanda Sinni.
The 27 acres of preserved outdoor space features a half-mile network of paved and natural-surface trails.
Patch has put together a list of some of the houses in Tampa Bay with the biggest light displays and decorations.
If you're stumped for gift-giving ideas, here are some ethically responsible, sustainable and environmentally friendly ideas.
A special legislative session will focus on ways to keep insurance carriers in Florida while reducing high property insurance premiums.