Lakeland, FL|News|
Polk County Schools Close Thursday Due to Tropical Storm Eta
Due to Hurricane Eta, Polk County Public Schools will not have class on Thursday.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
- St. Pete, FL
I love Tampa Bay, especially St. Petersburg. I'm a Rays' fan, and it's hard for me not to yell and scream from the press box when covering a game while other reporters are composed. I've worked in TV, radio and print journalism for 16 years, and I have a Master of Arts in digital journalism and design from the University of South Florida. I'm a professor at USF St. Pete campus. Furthermore, I also served in the United States Coast Guard.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Hillsborough County Opens Emergency Shelters: Tropical Storm Eta
Tropical Storm Eta has placed Hillsborough County under a state of local emergency, according to officials. Shelters are scheduled to open.
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St. Pete|News|
Pinellas County School Closures Due To Tropical Storm Eta
Pinellas County Schools will have early dismissal on Wednesday at different times due to the possible impacts of Eta.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
Tropicana Field Coronavirus Testing Site Closed Due To Eta
Due to possible impacts from Tropical Storm Eta, the Tropicana Field testing site will not open on Wednesday.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Married Couple Found Dead In Lakeland Home: Police
Detectives with the Lakeland Police Department are investigating a double homicide after a married couple was found dead inside their home.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
Datz Opens For Brunch On Veterans Day
Datz in St. Petersburg, Tampa and Riverview will open early for Veterans Day and provide its weekend brunch menu.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL|News|
Drinking Water Facility Locations Proposed By County
Hillsborough County residents have been invited to participate in virtual meetings to provide feedback about a future water facility.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
$123,000 Raised For Families In Need By TB Rays And Duke Energy
Every home run the Rays hit, Duke Energy donated up to $2,000 to support 211 Tampa Bay Cares, a free service helping families in need.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
Homeless Veterans Find Homes Through Tiny House Project
A grassroots project in St. Pete that builds tiny homes for homeless veterans wants partnerships with veteran social service organizations.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Missing Winter Haven Man Found Dead In Orange Grove: Sheriff
The body of a 21-year-old man who was reported missing on Nov. 4 was found in a Polk County orange grove, according to authorities.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
How To Honor Heroes On Veterans Day In Hillsborough County
Veterans in Hillsborough County and nationwide will be recognized on Wednesday.
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St. Pete|News|
How To Honor Military Heroes On Veterans Day In Pinellas County
Veterans in Pinellas County and nationwide will be recognized on Wednesday.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
How To Honor Heroes On Veterans Day In Polk County
Veterans in Polk County and nationwide will be recognized on Wednesday.
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St. Pete|News|
Black Crow Coffee Owner's Journey During Coronavirus Pandemic
Deana Hawk of St. Petersburg shares the challenges and lessons she has learned as a business owner during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Apollo Beach Man Wins $5 Million In The Florida Lottery
An Apollo Beach man turned $20 into $5 million after luck was on his side in the 200X The Cash Scratch-Off game.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
City Of St. Pete Honors Veterans At Veterans Day Celebration
Mayor Rick Kriseman will honor veterans at the city's 7th annual Veterans Day Celebration, and present awards to outstanding veterans.
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St. Pete|News|
High Visibility Traffic Enforcement Begins In St. Pete: Police
The St. Petersburg Police Department has begun a six-month traffic safety initiative that focuses on bicycle and pedestrian safety.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Woman Dies In Lakeland Train Crash: Sheriff
A Lakeland woman lost her life Saturday night after a train collided into the passenger side of her car near Reynolds Road, deputies said.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Officials Urge Brandon Residents To Monitor Tropical Storm Eta
Hillsborough County recommends residents to monitor Tropical Storm Eta's forecast and to review storm preparedness plans.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Affordable Housing Gets Approval In Polk County: Commission
The Polk County Board of Commissioners approved an affordable homes project that will begin construction soon in Lakeland and Davenport.
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