Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL|News|
8,000 Sq. Ft. Playground Opens In Seffner
The grand opening celebration of a modernly designed park that promotes safety among children happens Friday in Hillsborough County.
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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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Lakeland, FL|News|
World's First Peppa Pig Theme Park Tickets On Sale
Peppa Pig Theme Park opening in Winter Haven early 2022 has a limited number of tickets available to the public for its grand opening.
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St. Pete|News|
2 Differing Plans For Future Of Rays Discussed At Mayoral Debate
Ken Welch considers the Rays secondary and places his priority on jobs. Robert Blackmon has lost hope they will remain in St. Petersburg.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Seffner Man Accused Of Transporting 32 Suspected Migrants To FL
Cuban migrants were found hiding inside a boat being pulled by a truck Monday in Marathon. The driver faces child neglect charges.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
50,000 Desk Shields Ordered For Elementary Polk Students: School
Many students will attend class with desk shields to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. The plastic shields will be issued to K - 5.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Accused Killer Wants Insanity Defense In Family Massacre Trial
A lawyer for Bryan Riley who is accused of killing a Polk County family in September requested extra time from judge for insanity plea.
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St. Pete|News|
ALDS Series Over For Rays After Red Sox Eliminate Team In Game 4
Tampa Bay Rays didn't give up defense when they were 0 - 5 in 2021 American League Division Series game 4 during first five innings.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Car Of Missing Man Found Submerged In Lake Martha: Police
The Winter Haven Police Department and Polk County Sheriff's Office have begun an investigation after the discovery of a car under water.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
LGBTQ Issues, Social Media Slurs Addressed At Mayoral Debate
Ken Welch and Robert Blackmon Jr., who are running for St. Pete mayor, answered questions about slurs on social media and LGBTQ issues.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
DeSantis Announces $9M Grant Adding 5,000 Jobs In Winter Haven
Jobs in manufacturing, technical and logistics industries are expected to develop during the next five years with the funding.
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Brandon, FL|News|
$2 Million Intersection Project Opens Public Comments: County
Locals are welcome to give virtual feedback relating to a Brandon intersection project that is expected to improve truck traffic and safety.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Toppled Semi-Trailer In Lakeland Causes Delays Near Memorial
Drivers will need to find an alternate route on Memorial Boulevard near Florida Avenue as authorities work to remove a semi trailer.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
Gas Prices Surge In FL, $3.17 Statewide Average Price: AAA
Drivers throughout the state continue to feel the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic at the gas pumps with prices continuing to increase.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
2022 Skyway 10K Returns In-Person Registration Opens Monday
A total of 8,000 spots will open in the 2022 Skyway 10K registration that closes end of October. Five hundred of those spots are VIP.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
1 Dead, 2 Critically Injured Following U.S. 301 Crash: Troopers
Florida Highway Patrol investigated a fatal crash involving two cars over the weekend on U.S. Highway 301.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Traffic Returns To Normal On I-4 Following Vehicle Fire
Drivers experienced longer than usual delays along Interstate-4 Monday morning due to a vehicle fire blocking two lanes of traffic.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
FL Good News: Drag Queen 'AlterEgo', $1M Lottery Winner
USA Today names two Florida beach bars the best, Poet Patti Smith performance, Ark Investment heads to St. Pete and sand-sculptor exhibits.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
Red Sox Throttle Tampa Bay Rays Tying ALDS Series 1-1, Game 2
Tampa Bay Rays will try again Sunday in Boston at Fenway Park during game 3 after being blown away Friday night by the Red Sox, 14-6.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Inaugural Brandon Blues & BBQ Festival, Chart-Topping Acts
Enjoy award-winning barbecue tastes at Brandon's Blues & BBQ Festival over the weekend at Town Center Mall.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Motorcycle Gang Shootout On I-4 Critically Injures Passenger: Cop
Polk County Sheriff's deputies investigated a gunfire exchange between two motorcycle gang members Friday morning as they drove to Orlando.
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