Tampa, FL|News|
City Of Tampa Honors National Purple Heart Day
The Tampa Bay community gathered outside Old City Hall on Friday for a flag-raising ceremony in recognition of National Purple Heart Day.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Police Arrest Man After Body Found At Park
Darian Lamont Daniels, 47, has been charged with second-degree murder, according to the Tampa Police Department.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Polk County Schools To Conduct Random Weapons Checks
School and district staff will conduct the screenings, Polk County Public Schools Superintendent Fred Heid said.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
N. Galloway Road, Sleepy Hill Road Intersection Closed Another Month
The schedule for opening the roundabout to traffic is now Sept. 9, 2022, Polk County officials said.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Do You Have Unclaimed Money In Polk County? Here's How To Find Out
Anyone who has unclaimed funds must contact the clerk's office in Polk County before Sept. 1.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
1 Person Killed In Pasco County Mobile Home Fire
The cause of the fire remains under investigation, and there were no other injuries, according to Pasco County Fire Rescue.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Deputies Searching For Runaway Teen From New Port Richey
Deputies said Gialany Cruz, 15, was last seen Monday around 8:15 p.m. walking westbound in the 6000 block of Moog Road in New Port Richey.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Remains Of Missing Pennsylvania Woman Found In Pasco County
Jasmine Lynn Forbes, 31, of Shippensburg was reported missing on Feb. 23, 2022, according to Pennsylvania State Police.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Thieves Use Moving Truck To Steal From New Port Richey Home: Deputies
Deputies said appliances were stolen from a home in the 8000 block area of Capstone Ranch Drive in New Port Richey.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Detectives Searching For Tampa Bank Robbery Suspect
Hillsborough County deputies said the suspect entered the Suncoast Credit Union, jumped over the counter and demanded money.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Hillsborough Adds Protections For People Facing Evictions, Rent Hikes
The Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved changes Wednesday to the Tenant's Bill of Rights ordinance.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Lakeland Girl Recognized For Helping Family Escape House Fire
The Lakeland Fire Department honored Zniayah Armstrong, 9, Wednesday for helping her family escape a house fire in June.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Motorcyclist Killed In Pinellas County Crash: FHP
A 21-year-old motorcyclist from Hudson died following a crash with another vehicle Wednesday night in Pinellas County, troopers said.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
FL Couple Accused Of Sex Acts With Dog Arrested: PCSO
Geoffrey Springer, 39, and Christina Calello, 36, have been charged with sexual activity involving animals, Pinellas County deputies said.
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Tampa, FL|News|
DeSantis Suspends Hillsborough State Attorney For 'Neglect Of Duty'
Gov. DeSantis has replaced the Hillsborough state attorney for "neglect of duty" over an alleged failure to enforce abortion laws.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Police K-9 Fatally Shot In Line Of Duty In Polk County
K-9 Max of the Lake Wales Police Department was shot and killed by a man with a known criminal history, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL|News|
$824K Riverview Estate Is Perfect For Entertaining Family And Friends
This gorgeous 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home sits on almost an acre in the desirable Shadow Run neighborhood.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Greek Revival-Style Clearwater Estate Offers Waterfront Views: $4.995M
This two-story Clearwater home commands 1.1 acres and boasts more than 100 feet of direct waterfront along the Intracoastal Waterway.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
2-Story Brick Home In Lakeland Offers Spacious Floorplan: $1.595M
This 4,867 square foot two-story estate includes 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths in one of South Lakeland’s most highly desirable neighborhoods.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
$925K Country Home In New Port Richey Sits On Nearly 8 Acres
This beautiful New Port Richey-area estate also includes a two-stall barn, huge metal workshop and pond.
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