Lakeland, FL|News|
Missing Girl Found Safe: Police
A 16-year-old girl who went missing from her Lakeland home early Tuesday morning has been found safe, authorities said.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
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- 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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St. Pete|News|
Roommate Of St. Pete Man Killed Faces Manslaughter Charge: Police
St. Pete police found the body of a man who had gotten into a fight with his roommate Tuesday inside the apartment they both shared.
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St. Pete|News|
Man On Moped Killed In Crash With Van On 34th St. N: Police
Lanes of 34th Street North were closed for several hours Tuesday afternoon near Ninth Avenue North as detectives investigated a fatal crash.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
'Don't Hoard Gas,' Floridians Urged As Some Stations Run Out
Drivers in northern Florida such as Jacksonville have waited in long lines at the gas pumps, and some stations have run out of gas.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL|News|
15-Year Sentence For Teacher Who Recorded Students Undressing
A former Bloomingdale High School teacher will spend 15 years in jail after a Hillsborough County judge sentenced him Monday evening.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
Spectrum Service Restored To Tampa Bay, Orlando Customers
Many Spectrum customers in Tampa Bay and Orlando were without internet and other services offered by the company for several hours Tuesday.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Seffner Kidnapping Suspect Wanted By Sheriff's Office
A man who is accused of beating and kidnapping a victim at a Seffner home Sunday is wanted by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL|News|
Teacher Faces Sexual Activity With Minor Charges: Sheriff
A Bloomingdale High School teacher is accused of having a sexual relationship with a female student he taught in his Spanish class.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
'I'm Running For Congress,' Rep. Ben Diamond Seeks Crist's Seat
Democrat Rep. Ben Diamond is running for Congress, the St. Pete resident said Monday. He wants to fill Charlie Crist's District 13 seat.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Publix Allows Walk-Ins For COVID-19 Vaccinations
As of Monday, May 10, Publix is offering walk-ins for eligible Florida residents to get the COVID-19 vaccines. Find out here what to bring.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Gibsonton Suspect Arrested In AL On Attempted Murder Charge
A suspect who shot a victim in Gibsonton Sunday morning faces attempted second degree murder charge. He was captured in Greensboro, Alabama.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
2nd Suspect In Lakeland Shooting Arrested On Attempted Murder
Tampa police assisted Polk County deputies with the arrest of a second suspect accused of shooting at a Lakeland victim and into a home.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL|News|
2 Seffner Residents Win FL Lottery Within 2 Days Of Each Other
A Seffner resident is celebrating her $1 million from a scratch-off in the Florida Lottery. Another Seffner resident won big May 3.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
FL Good News: Teachers Appreciated, British Coffee Shop
Florida Lottery winner, winery in Clearwater reopening, Tampa ranks in top 10 for new homes, NFL Draft, and therapy dogs spreading love.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
FL Wow Houses: $40M Miami Beach Penthouse, $6M Tropicottage
$2 million refurbished downtown Lakeland building with commercial/residential space and a $3.2 million St. Petersburg waterfront luxury.
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St. Pete|News|
Forget 'Florida Man,' Meet 'Florida Woman' In Mize Exhibit
"The Art Of All Things Florida," is the May exhibit at the Mize Gallery in St. Petersburg. Some pieces have Florida humor, flair and heat.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Red, White & Kaboom Fireworks Planned For Independence Day
Live music, food trucks and fireworks display is scheduled for July's Red, White & Kaboom In Lakeland. The 60 West Band will play music.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
Palladium Live Shows Return With COVID-19 Safety Measures
The Palladium is welcoming audiences back with safety measures in place following a bill signed by Gov. DeSantis that doesn't mandate masks.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
Boating Deaths Increase, More FL Crashes Reported In 2020
There were more boat crashes, and more deaths as a result, in 2020, a Florida Wildlife Conservation and Commission report shows.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Video Shows Rescue Of Man On Sinking Jet Ski At Alafia River
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office rescued a father and a son who were displaced in the Alafia River due to a sinking jet ski.
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