Lakeland, FL|News|
Construction Firm Owner Pleads Guilty To Worker's Compensation Fraud
Investigators say Ramon Paz of Lakeland used undocumented workers and lied about paying for worker's compensation insurance.
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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Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
Red Ribbon Bakeshop Offers Unique Taste Of Philippines In Pinellas
Red Ribbon Bakeshop's signature baked goods are now available in Florida following the opening of the company's first Florida bakery.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Polk Deputy Resigns After Being Accused Of Driving Under The Influence
James Peach scored .153 on the blood-alcohol test. The legal limit for intoxication in Florida is .08.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Dunedin, FL|News|
Clearwater Fire Medic Accused Of DUI In A Golf Cart: Pinellas Sheriff
A Cleawater fire medic is facing driving under the influence charges after being arrested by Pinellas County sheriff's deputies Saturday.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Fire Under Investigation At Clearwater Mobile Home Park
Clearwater fire rescue personnel responded to a fire just before 3 a.m. Tuesday at Capri Mobile Home Park, 24195 U.S. 19 N.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Dunedin, FL|News|
Woman Found Dead In Dunedin Home Following Fire
Dunedin Fire Rescue forced their way into the home where Ivette Martinov was found dead.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Bloomingdale-Riverview|News|
Garage Of Riverview Home Catches Fire, Blaze Kept From House
Four adults and two children are being assisted by the Red Cross after a fire tore through the garage of a Riverview home Tuesday morning.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Fake Credit Card, Identity Theft Scheme Lead To Prison Term
Yonasky Fernandez Rosa of Tampa faces 10 years in federal prison for access device fraud and two years for identity theft.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Convicted Felon Headed To Prison After Being Found With Loaded Gun
Tampa police said they found the gun on Terry Augusta Newsome after he crashed his moped into a bicyclist.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Stolen Credit, Debit Cards Bought Jewelry, Cell Phones For Tampa Man
Tyler Deandre Johnson of Tampa pleaded guilty to using VISA debit cards and Paypal credit cards to purchase jewelry and cell phones.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Cybersecurity Firm Ridgeline International Expands To Tampa
"Tampa’s reputation as a cybersecurity hub continues to grow," said Angel Gonzalez, chair of the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Innovator Named Top Staffing Leader In North America
A Tampa business leader was just recognized as one of the most influential people shaping the workforce ecosystem across North America.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Troopers Seek Driver Who Struck, Killed Pedestrian On Little Road
A 66-year-old Elfers man was killed Monday night when he walked into the path of two vehicles on Little Road.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Riverwalk Named No. 2 Best Riverwalk In Country
After four weeks of online voting, the Tampa Riverwalk came in behind Detroit’s International Riverwalk to earn second place.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
FL Photos Of The Week: Feathered Friends
Send us your photos of sunsets, romps at the beach or children at the playground. You might have your photo published on Patch.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
No Gaetz Charges, Best Employers, Woman Fights Attacker: FL Top News
Topping this week's news, a car rolls into the bay when the owner chases a dog and Tom Brady's "retirement sand" sells for thousands.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Polk Human Trafficking Sting Nets 213 Arrests, Rescues 24 Victims
A seven-day human trafficking operation in Polk County netted 213 arrests, including a California school board member.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Bloomingdale-Riverview|News|
Cat In Gibsonton Tests Positive For Rabies; County Issues 60-Day Alert
A rabies alert for the area surrounding Isabel Avenue in Gibsonton is in effect after a domestic cat tested positive on Wednesday.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Cross-Bay Ferry Highlights Services For People With Disabilities
The ferry is designed to provide an accessible commuting option for people with disabilities and to be compliant with the ADA.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
CSX To Close Railroad Crossings In Polk County For Upgrades
Rolling rail crossing upgrades by CSX Transportation continue to make their way south from Bradley Junction to the Hardee County Line.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
