Across Florida|News|
Nearly 300 Arrested In Massive FL Sex Crimes Sting: Polk County Sheriff's Office
Arrests included theme park workers, a school resource officer and a youth football coach.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Florida State News
Across Florida|News|
FL Police Called On 3-Year-Old Soccer Prodigy In Latest High-Profile Youth Sports Controversy
A 3-year-old Florida soccer prodigy and internet sensation is at the center of a controversy after police were called to one of his games.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Across America, US|Sponsored|
4 Schools Remain: Vote To Help One Win A $1 Million Football Field Upgrade
From a brand partner: Friday Night 5G Lights is down to the final round. Cast your vote daily through Nov. 8.
Across Florida|News|
FL Woman Threatened To Shoot President Trump At Campaign Rally: Sheriff
A FL woman is behind bars and accused of posting an online threat to shoot President Donald Trump at an upcoming rally.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete Paranormal Museum To Host Preview Event
A paranormal investigator is opening The Museum of Haunted History in a 1939 St. Petersburg bungalow. Get a first look at it this weekend.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete Ceramics Celebrates Comeback After Fire Destroyed Studio
After a fire destroyed St. Pete Ceramics earlier this year, the rebuilt studio is celebrating its grand reopening.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Q&A: Lisa Gonzalez Moore, Bradenton City Council Ward 4 Candidate
Lisa Gonzalez Moore is running against Keith J. Green for the Bradenton City Council Ward 4 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Q&A: Meet Thomas J. Schwarz, Bradenton City Council Ward 3 Candidate
Thomas J. Schwarz is running against Kemp F. Schuessler for the Bradenton City Council Ward 3 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete’s Stories of Humanity Project Invites People To Share Their Stories
A vintage-style telephone set up in St. Pete’s public spaces is collecting stories and connecting people through their shared experiences.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
New Luxury Fitness Center Opening In Lakewood Ranch
The $339-a-month Lakewood Ranch facility features resort-style pools, 14 pickleball courts, fitness classes, spa services, child care.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete Artist Brings Cult-Favorite Radley House Lore To FloridaRAMA
After 12 years, the creator of St. Pete's Radley House returns with Relics & Lore, a new spooky experience for FloridaRAMA.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Queer Wrestling Group Aims To Create Safe Space For St. Pete’s LGBT Community
St. Pete's new Queer Wrestling Organization hopes to reach LGBTQ fans who didn't feel safe or comfortable at other wrestling events.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
New Sarasota Civil Liberties Group To Host Banned Book Event
A new nonprofit organization, Local Civil Liberties, is partnering with Church of the Trinity MCC in Sarasota on a Banned Books Week event.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Q&A: Daniela Simic, Hillsborough County School Board District 2 Candidate
Daniela Simic is running against Brittany Lyssy for the Hillsborough County School Board District 2 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Q&A: Camden Bedinghaus, Manatee County School Board District 5 Candidate
Camden Bedinghaus is running against Jonathan Mullis for the Manatee County School Board District 5 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
USF Football Alum Runs Daily To Raise Awareness Of Father’s Kidney Transplant Need
A USF football alum just marked his 50th daily 1-mile run as he raises awareness of his father’s need for a kidney transplant.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete Ghost Hunters To Investigate Downtown Hotel Haunting
Spirits of St. Petersburg will investigate one of downtown’s historic hotels for the National Day of Ghost Hunting.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Coffee Company Opens New Cafes Through Sprouts Partnership
A Tampa-based coffee company is opening new cafes in Sprouts Farmers Market locations across the Tampa Bay area.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
The Third Place's Community Debate Returns To St. Pete
The Third Place, which focuses on community conversation and connection, will host a St. Pete debate about FL's Amendment 3.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
‘First They Came For My College’ Brings New College Upheaval To FL Theaters
A documentary about the conservative takeover of New College of Florida in Sarasota is being shown in theaters around the state.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Tropicana Field Fan Host Authors Book About Life In The Stands
A Tampa Bay Rays fan host who wrote a book about working at Tropicana Field will be part of a Sept. 26 book fair at Cordova Inn.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Man Fled 2 Crash Sites, Filed False Stolen Car Report: St. Pete Police
A man faces charges after fleeing 2 crash sites — one on foot — and falsely reporting that his vehicle had been stolen, St. Pete police said
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Victim In Fiery McLaren Crash With Auto Influencer ID'd As FL Hooters Calendar Girl
The second passenger involved in a violent McLaren crash in Orange County that left the car split in half was identified as Florida woman.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Veteran Gravely Injured In Syria To Take On Water Skiing In FL
A veteran gravely injured in an ISIS suicide bombing will offer a preview of the Cypress Gardens Water Ski Team's upcoming adaptive clinic.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
