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What's up Largo! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which geeky meetups this week specifically welcome Largo players and makers?
  • Largo man among 10 charged in Gulf Coast poaching case

Also on today's calendar: "Welcome to Cesarville" Art Show and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: How do billboards talk? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, with a high of 87 and low of 78 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Humid; a p.m. t-storm or two, temps: high: 85, low: 74.
  • Monday: Thunderstorms possible, with a high of 88 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Tampa Bay tech, entrepreneur, and nerd events list (Monday, October 12 - Sunday, October 18) (globalnerdy.com) — Local techies, gamers, and self-described nerds in Largo have a full slate of meetups and game nights across Tampa Bay the week of October 12–18, many just a short drive away. One recurring board game night specifically serves Seminole, Clearwater, Pinellas, and Largo, alongside coding, maker, and tabletop RPG gatherings that welcome newcomers looking to learn skills or just unwind.
   

• 10 Charged In Sea Turtle Poaching, Illegal Fishing Investigation: FL Officials (patch.com) — A Largo resident is among ten people charged after a multi-year investigation into an alleged illegal Gulf Coast fishing ring that reportedly sold protected sea turtles and thousands of pounds of fish and shrimp. Florida wildlife officers and state prosecutors say the group faces racketeering and related charges tied to unlawful marine sales, underscoring ongoing enforcement of conservation laws that affect coastal communities like Largo.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I don't like the rain.
    I have short legs and belly gets wet from the grass. My mom has to dry me off and I don't like that either. I am a very grumpy Tilly today. (Nextdoor Gulf Breeze)
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    I cannot find it. I am going to be ripping out my entire front garden/yard. If you want some exotic plants, please send me a private message soon. I… (Nextdoor Keene Lake)
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🗞 Nearby News

Belleair

  • The Annika: Awards exemption to 2027 LPGA rookie Annabelle Pancake-Webb (firstcallgolf.com)

Seminole

  • Where Big ideas meet Community: Seminole State College creates a Forum for Conversations shaping our Future (mysanfordherald.com)
  • Dr. Christopher Schletter (he/him/his) (marshall.edu)
  • Mosquito research yields 'unexpected discovery' in Florida backyards (clickorlando.com)

Clearwater

  • Judge weighs whether Jeff Knight's 2019 boat crash can be used in Clearwater Ferry trial (wfla.com)
  • Rough Surf, Dangerous Rips Prompt Warning At Clearwater Beach As Hurricane Isaias Threatens Florida (tampafp.com)

Ok Largo! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "How do billboards talk?" — Sign language (Thank you Ellen S. for sending it in!)
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