Lakeland, FL|News|
Lakeland Check Cashier Sentenced For Role In Fraud Conspiracy
The Treasury Department said shell companies received $147 million through the Lakeland check-cashing business.
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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Tampa, FL|News|
NFL Legend Watches Son Play 1st Game As Tampa Bay Buccaneer
As an undrafted underdog with the Tampa Bay Bucs, Kade Warner's career could mimick his dad's MVP career.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
18-Year-Old Haines City Man Accused Of Fleeing Troopers, Crashing
Florida Highway Patrol troopers have arrested an 18-year-old Haines City man who they said caused a crash after fleeing from a trooper.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Washington DC|News|
2 Double Shootings Within Hour Saturday Investigated By DC Police
Two men and a man and woman have been hospitalized with serious injuries following two shootings within an hour on Saturday night.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
17-Year-Old Shows Up At Maryland Hospital With Gunshot Wounds To Chest
The preliminary investigation revealed that the shooting occurred in the 1200 block of Sheridan Avenue.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued For Parts Of Maryland: NWS
Residents can expect trees and large branches to fall that could injure people in homes and vehicles as well as damage homes.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|News|
3rd Tornado Confirmed In Western PA; 'Take Cover NOW:' NWS Pittsburgh
The NWS has issued severe thunderstorm warnings in Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Maryland.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Greater Alexandria, VA|News|
Woman Shot, Infant Found Safe In Car In Hybla Valley Parking Lot
Fairfax County Police detectives are investigating a shooting that took place in the Mount Vernon Plaza Saturday.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Stolen Ambulance Hits 10 Vehicles Including Virginia State Police Car
The stolen ambulance was pursued by state police north on I-395 into Washington, D.C., where it crashed into 10 vehicles.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Lutz, FL|News|
Wesley Chapel Man Dies Following 3-Vehicle Crash in Zephyrhills
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the Wesley Chapel man suffered a medical emergency and crossed the center line.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Lutz, FL|News|
Report Of Weapon On Pasco School Bus, Threat Of Violence Unfounded
Deputies thoroughly searched the bus bringing students home from Zephyrhills High and Stewart Middle schools on the second day of school.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
FL Students Head Back To School: Photo Of The Week
To commemorate back-to-school week, Patch put together a collection of pictures taken by Florida parents and school staff.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
3 Die Stuck In Cistern | Pastor Theft Ring | Rabies Alert: FL News
Driver's License Slots Sold | Mayor Hauls In Cocaine | Saving Dogs In Hot Cars | Car Hits House On Live Video | 7-Year-Old Slain: FL News
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Back To School: Polk County 2023-24 School Calendar
Students head back to Polk County public schools on Friday. Parents can find the 2023-24 back-to-school guide on the district's website.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
More Hurricanes Likely In 2023 Due To Heat Wave, NOAA Says
The National Hurricane Center predicts more Atlantic storms because of the heat. From August to October, 14 to 21 named storms are possible.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Back To School: Pinellas County 2023-24 School Calendar
Students head back to Pinellas County public schools on Thursday.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Back To School: Pasco County 2023-24 School Calendar
When students head back to Pasco County public schools on Thursday, they'll find a few changes in place.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
'Excessive Heat Warnings' Issued For Most FL Counties For First Time
The thermometer may say it's 98 degrees but it feels like 115 degrees outside.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Mayor Lands Unexpected Catch While Fishing In Florida Keys
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor and her family were fishing in the Florida Keys when they found a 70-pound package of cocaine bobbing in the water.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Back To School: Hillsborough County 2023-24 School Calendar
Students will head back to Hillsborough County public schools on Thursday as groups come together to provide supplies to needy children.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
