Accused Zimmerman Shooter's Charges Upgraded

Matthew Apperson now faces attempted murder charges.

Missing Manatee, Howl-O-Scream, Boys Save Babies

Wet ‘n Wild closing, Sheriff Judd won’t back down, voters say Clinton isn't trustworthy and other stories from Florida Patch.

Sheriff's Sermons in Uniform Draw Fire

The Freedom From Religion Foundation is demanding Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd leave his uniform at home when he takes to the pulpit.

Minor Injuries in I-4 Construction Zone Crash

The accident happened at the Crosstown connector Wednesday morning.

Boys Rush Into Burning Home to Save Babies

The Orange County children are being heralded as heroes after the daring rescue.

'Tiger' Takes On TIA, Phil Collins, Chicago Hot Dogs

Cuban food for Rahm Emanuel, sharks close beach, deadly dispute among neighbors and other stories from Florida Patch.

Let Your Landscaping Go Native!

Let Your Landscaping Go Native!

Surfing Raccoon, Jeb Bush Is In, Saying Goodbye To 'Santa Jack'

A missing emu, best towns for young families, extended tax-free holiday and other stories from Florida Patch.

"Help Families Fight Cancer" Campaign

Brandon HomeGoods to run annual "Help Families Fight Cancer" campaign in stores June 4 - June 28

Iguana Clogs Toilet, Sharks on a Road, 'Flesh-Eating' Bacteria

Hit-and-swim crash, shark attack, possible record-breaking catch and other stories from Florida Patch.

Brandon Area Homes For Sale

House hunters will find a number of properties on the market in the Brandon area.

Trooper Makes Big Save, Massive Grouper, Dusty Rhodes

$1 million birthday prize, price gouging, homeless man reunited with $10,000 and other stories from Florida Patch.

Child Drowns in Pond at Plant City Wedding

The 4-year-old was attending an event at Kathleen’s Garden and Grandpa’s Event Barn.

Bush Backers, 'Flesh-Eating' Bacteria, DUI Wolfpack

Gay adoption ban, American flags, 43 arrests and other stories from Florida Patch.

Rain, Rain, Don't Go Away...Save it for Another Day!

Rain, Rain, Don’t Go Away…Save it for Another Day! Save rainwater for future use.

Jeb Bush Announces Florida Backers

The former governor has received endorsements from some of the Sunshine State’s top Republicans.

Sharks Rescued After Crash, Dusty Rhodes, 'Hit-And-Swim'

Bank robbery suspect nabbed, accused hit-and-run driver turns himself in, 24-hour abortion waits and other stories from Florida Patch.

Bank Robbery Suspect Nabbed Shortly After Crime, Deputies Say

The man is accused of robbing a Chase Bank branch in Brandon.

Tropical Smoothie Caf? in Greater Tampa Offers Free Smoothies on National Flip Flop Day

Tropical Smoothie Cafe Raises Funds for Camp Sunshine

Hospital Price Gouging, Tanker Truck Fire, 'Scarlet Letter Law'

Beach booze ban, hit-and-run crash, license-free fishing and other stories from Florida Patch.

I-75 South Reopens After Tanker Truck Fire

The accident happened in south Hillsborough County Wednesday morning.

Hero Trooper, Million Dollar Birthday, Iguana Troubles

Motorcycle crashes, big pot bust, Amalie Arena ranks among world’s best and other stories from Florida Patch.

Winn-Dixie to host "Winn-Local" event in Tampa to seek products made in the region

Central Florida vendors will be able to pitch their products for an opportunity to earn shelf space in more than 150 area stores.

Shark Attack, Record-Breaking Grouper, Small Plane Crash

Missing teen, botanical garden plant sale, lie detector tests for employment pitched to congress and other stories from Florida Patch.

Dover Man Killed in Pinellas Crash

The accident happened Monday morning on Gandy Boulevard.

Bill Aims to Legalize Lie Detector Tests for Some Workers

The federal act would make it legal for some private employers to test employees during the hiring process.

Smart Irrigation Techniques Result in Water Savings

They are an important part of an award-winning landscape.

Weird Florida: Jumping Sturgeon, Nude Meditation, AK-47 in the Pants

Dancing on a cop car, cellphone jamming, lampooning Gov. Rick Scott and other stories from Florida Patch.

'Ripe for Disaster,' Beard Petition, Burial 65 Years in the Making

Garth Brooks, gift card glitch, toddler dies in hot car and other stories from Florida Patch.

Recent Brandon Area Home Sales

Find out what properties were recently closed on in the area.

Lightning Strike Back at Jimmy Fallon, Realtor Attacks, 44 Sales Jobs

Weekend weather, Rubio behind the wheel, grow house bust and other stories from Florida Patch.

Publix Beard Policy, Guy Dances on Cop Car, Credit Card Skimmers

Bush set to announce, summer lunches for kids, woman goes ‘Jedi’ and other stories from Florida Patch.

Piano Donation Music to Commissioner's Ears

An antique piano was recently donated to Bailey Elementary in Dover.

Publix Worker's Beard Petition Grows Support

An employee of the Florida-based chain wants the grocery retailer to change its facial hair policy.

License-Free Fishing, Jammed Cellphones, Realtors Attacked

Hot car death, flying fish, gift card glitch and other stories from Florida Patch.

Tampa 'Ripe for Disaster,' Bolts' Blue Water, Aluminum Foil House

Marshals hunting fugitive in Bay Area, train vs. car crash, selfie gallery and other stories from Florida Patch.

The Estates at Carpenters Honors Vietnam Doughnut Dollies for National Donut Day

Area Salvation Army/Red Cross Doughnut Dolly shares wartime experience

Turtle Release, Garth Brooks' Refunds, Nude Meditation

Hurricane season arrives, Lightning Stanley Cup schedule, DNA helps bring soldier home and other stories from Florida Patch.

Sky Zone Job Fair Continues Through Tuesday

The event takes place at the Embassy Suites on Palm River Road.

Weird Florida: Gator Stops Traffic, Flag Burning, Shawshank Fugitive

Sex on the beach couple convicted, MMA fighter takes on suspected robber, man punches shark and other stories from Florida Patch.