They say they’ve been told to write 12 traffic tickets per 12-hour shift.
Tropical weather heats up, Gov. Scott takes aim at standardized tests and other stories from Florida Patch.
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He’s also vowed to raise per-student spending and to look into state educational standards for possible revisions.
Zagat didn’t include the Bay Area in its “Best Burgers in the USA” survey, so we want to get your take on who makes the best patty around.
Legally blind man shoots intruder, USF Bulls Walk, Primary Elections and other stories from Florida Patch.
Tampa Bay area voters head to the polls Tuesday to cast their ballots in the partisan primaries.
A new book offers up a bucket list of things to do in the Tampa Bay area. We want to hear what would be on your list.
We’re hoping to create roundup of events, sales, closings and specials, but we need your help.
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Blood donors will get a limited edition T-shirt and a $10 gift card.
Come enjoy the day at this small boutique style A&C show. Unique gift items from local Florida artists and craftsmen.
Forecasters are saying the Tampa Bay area is in for a fairly normal week in weather.
Living off the grid, braving lightning, Falcon’s Fury, “Breaking Bad” and other stories from Florida Patch.
Represent a brewery, sell comics or host cheesecake lovers with these latest openings.
The Florida Public Service Commission announced Friday it wants the utility company to explain its rate practice.
It’s a new school year, but administrators walk a difficult line on discipline. What do you think?
Living off the grid gets woman in trouble, popcorn problems, Falcon’s Fury raises concerns and other stories from Florida Patch.
Ocala police say the 28-year-old man rubbed other patrons the wrong way when he left his kids outside for four hours while he drank.
She was a no-show at a Thursday code compliance meeting.
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Forecasters say the Bay Area’s in for a hot weekend with feels-like temperatures climbing as high as 108.
Coffee drinkers pay it forward, giant grouper swallows shark whole, “Breaking Bad” star isn’t so bad and other stories from Florida Patch.
A fisherman out of Bonita Springs caught the Goliath grouper in action.
A report from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection details damage to coastal aquatic life.
Should cops have body cams, school psychologist arrested, Davis Islands shooting and other stories from Florida Patch.
Fifth Third Bank “Drives” Financial Wellness and Job Search Assistance
Song calls out Pam Bondi, Trayvon Martin’s parents weigh in on Missouri shooting, no dogs allowed and other stories from Florida Patch.
Tampa Bay Rep. Kathy Castor announced Tuesday the airport is receiving funds toward improvements.
Employee accused of stealing $250,000, St. Pete Beach says no to parking tickets and other stories from Florida Patch.
Learning to practice Reiki for self-care offers students a lifetime of benefits as Reiki treatments restore balance and improves wellbeing.
Invest in your wellbeing by learning the practice of Reiki, a healing practice for self-care and treatment for others that restores balance.
Monday marked the kickoff for the 2014-15 school year.
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The viral stunt has been paying off for the state’s chapter of the ALS Association.
The popular fall-flavored drink will be returning Aug. 25, nearly a month before the official start of autumn.
A contingency of law enforcement officers from several agencies kept hunters and protesters apart as Florida’s official alligator season beg
The slow storm season has been a relief to many, but tropical weather tends to pick up right about…now.
Your coach, mentor or all-around hero could win a prize package courtesy of Patch, but time is running out to enter.
The Refinery gets recognized, same-gender schools under fire, “The Purge” has a community on edge and other stories from Florida Patch.