Across Florida|News|
Florida Still Owes $603 Million On Immigration Enforcement Contracts
60% of the bills for detention camps remain unpaid.
Florida State News
Across Florida|News|
Flesh-Eating Fly Returns To U.S.: What To Know In FL
FL residents are being urged to keep an eye on pets and livestock after federal officials confirmed new U.S. cases of New World Screwworm
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
DealTown, US|Sponsored|
Last Chance: These Prime Day Deals Are 50% Off (Or More)
From a brand partner: We've sorted through thousands of Prime Day offers to highlight the biggest savings across every category.
Across Florida|News|
Florida Closes 'Alligator Alcatraz' Immigration Detention Center
The "Alligator Alcatraz" immigration detention center has permanently closed, according to Governor Ron DeSantis.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Petersburg Paranormal Guide Hosts Summerween Bus Tours, Monthly Ghost Walk
A St. Pete paranormal investigator's ghost bus tours in downtown, Grand Central, Roser Park highlight local history, reported hauntings.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
NY-Based Healthcare Tech Company Opens Sales Hub In St. Pete
A NY-based healthcare technology company has opened a St. Pete office and plans to hire about 100 people from across the Tampa Bay region.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Crossword-Themed St. Pete Gala To Benefit Aphasia Nonprofit
The upcoming Word Play gala at USF St. Petersburg will raise money, awareness for Voices of Hope for Aphasia programs across Tampa Bay.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Former Harold Seltzer's Becomes Traditions On Tyrone Event Space
The longtime St. Pete property now hosts weddings, parties and community events, with a nod to its Harold Seltzer's past.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
'A Third Act': St. Pete Woman Turns Home Into Gallery For Tampa Bay Artists
After careers as a therapist and in medical imaging, a St. Pete woman has launched a new path as an arts advocate, curator and promoter.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Animal Advocate’s Siesta Key Swim Spotlights Manatee County Shelter Concerns
An animal advocate attempted an open-water swim around Siesta Key to raise awareness of concerns over Manatee County's Bishop Animal Shelter
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Bookstore Opens Pop-Up Shop In St. Pete Hotel Lobby
A bookstore opening soon in Roser Park has set up a pop-up shop in a downtown St. Petersburg hotel lobby.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Sunshine City Paint Lounge, Art Studio Opening Soon In St. Pete's Edge District
A new Edge District business, Sunshine City Paint, will offer family-friendly art time by day and paint-and-sip classes in the evening.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Queer Athletes Celebrated In New Children's Book By FL Author
Allendale United Methodist Church is co-hosting a celebration of author Rob Sanders’ new picture book about LGBTQ+ athletes, “Play Proud.”
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Earthquake Felt Across FL; No Tsunami Threat
An earthquake of at least a 6.1 magnitude off the coast of Cuba was felt in parts of FL, the US Geological Survey said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Charges Dropped Against St. Pete Garbage Truck Driver In Fatal Alley Crash
State prosecutors have dropped the charges against a St. Petersburg garbage truck driver who ran over and killed a woman asleep in an alley.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
‘Seinfeld’-Inspired ‘Dancing Elaines’ Group Makes Debut At Gulfport Pride Parade
After joining the Gulfport Pride Parade lineup, ‘The Dancing Elaines’ group is planning more meetups in the St. Pete area.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
‘Like Adult Summer Camp’: Print St. Pete Offers Summer Workshops
Print St. Pete’s summer classes include zine camp, Lego printmaking, risograph printing and jigsaw block printing.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
17-Year-Old Shot At ‘Teen Takeover’ At Clearwater Beach: Police
A 17-year-old was shot when hundreds of teens gathered at Clearwater Beach, police said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
FL Entrepreneur’s UFO Sightings Lead To His Opening A Beachside Alien Artifacts Museum
An entrepreneur began seeing strange lights off the deck of his St. Pete Beach home three years ago. Now, he owns the Museum of the Unknown.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Apparel Brand That Celebrates Tampa Culture To Open First Retail Store
An apparel brand known for the slogan “Tampa Bay Made” is opening its first-ever retail store at Sparkman Wharf.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Petersburg Distillery Debuts Public Speakeasy, Moonshiners Tour
The new 45-seat speakeasy adds an after-hours lounge and a history-focused Moonshiners Tour at the St. Petersburg Distillery.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Anti-Human Trafficking Outreach Event Targets Clearwater Hotels
Selah Freedom has partnered with the SOAP Project to launch a new anti-human trafficking outreach program in the Tampa Bay area.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Get Your Flannel Ready For A ‘Roseanne’-Themed Burlesque Open Mic In St. Pete
A St. Pete comedian is hosting a burlesque comedy open mic at The Ball inspired by the '90s TV show "Roseanne."
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Sarasota-Manatee Originals Launches Reimagined Culinary Tour Series
The food-and-wine trolley series will make stops in Sarasota, Bradenton, Siesta Key, Anna Maria Island and Nokomis-Venice.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
