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FLORIDA — Eight Florida cities earn perfect scores on index ranking inclusiveness and LGBTQ+ equality, Miles for Moffitt race planned, two dogs rescued from a burning building, Florida barrier island lands on ‘Best Places to Travel’ in the world list.
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The Gulf Islands Ferry service between Anna Maria Island and Bradenton will launch Dec. 8, Manatee County said.
‘Best Places For Snowbirds In U.S.’ List Dominated By FL Cities
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Dozens of Florida cities, including Eight of the top 10, landed on a new list of “Best Places for Snowbirds in the U.S.”
Free dog adoptions are being offered during the year-long construction project to renovate the Pinellas County animal shelter.
The Hillsborough sheriff's deputies received $20,000 each to help cover their medical expenses after being run down by a car on Nov. 9.
FL Barrier Island Among ‘50 Best Places To Travel'
The Manatee County barrier island was lauded for its “beach vibes” on Travel + Leisure's list of “50 Best Places to Travel” in the world.
8 FL Cities Earn Perfect Scores On LGBTQ+ Equality Index
Despite FL being in a “state of emergency” for anti-LGBTQ+ laws, 8 cities earned a perfect score for inclusivity, according to the HRC.
Winter Village At Curtis Hixon Park Kicks Off
The event will feature ice skating, shopping, seasonal foods, Santa sightings and the Winter Village streetcar.
'Hope Is Stronger Than Fear' Is Mantra Of Cancer Survivor
Thousands of residents will take to the streets of downtown Tampa Saturday for the annual Miles for Moffitt fundraiser.
The event features new larger-than-life illuminated animal sculptures and the return of Forest of Fantasy Christmas tree light showcase.
2 Dogs Rescued From Burning Home
The dispatch center received 911 calls reporting smoke coming from the house. Firefighters found two dogs home alone and rescued them.
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