Officer Shaq, Presidential Visit and Baristas in Bikinis

Woman outsmarts abductor, Clearwater scores in national poll, sending kayak thieves up the river and other stories from Florida Patch.

Kiddy Up Ranch Harvest Horse Show

October 4, 2014 Show starts at 9am (registration 8 am) All classes $7 each Grounds Fee; $2 per horse Vendors and Concessions on sit

20 New Jobs in the Tampa Bay Area

Attention job seekers, these local employers are hiring.

No Injuries in Trinity House Fire

The blaze broke out Tuesday morning on Piccard Loop.

Visual Artists' Business Success Workshops

Sales and Marketing Ideas to Grow a Small Creative Business

Adam Matos Charged in Quadruple Homicide

Two of the victims were shot and two suffered blunt force trauma to the head, the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office reported.

Off-Duty Firefighter Saves 4, New York Dog Found in Florida

Plane crashes in St. Pete, armed robber says it was a joke, wounded veteran gets new home and other stories from Florida Patch.

'Just Kidding,' Armed Robber Tells Country Club Patrons

The would-be robber, armed with an Airsoft gun, changed his mind when he realized his solo mark wasn’t so solo, cops say.

Quadruple Homicide Suspect Faces New Charge

A fugitive from justice charge has been added to Adam Matos’ file.

Slightly Cooler Temperatures on the Way

Rain remains very much a part of the forecast, especially around mid-week.

PETA Ads Won't Fly, Graham Says 9/11 Facts Covered Up, Garth Brooks

Teacher refuses to give standardized tests, an astronaut’s view from space, a heartwarming reunion and other stories from Florida Patch.

ICYMI: Panthers' Graham Gano Shoves Band Member

He pushed the Bethune-Cookman trombone player out of his way during the Sept. 7 game against the Bucs.

ICYMI: Burglar Caught Sleeping on the Job

Deputies snapped his picture sleeping next to a bag full of stolen jewelry.

18-Year-Old Critical After Hit-and-Run

He was struck early Thursday morning along Mile Stretch Drive and Ranchita Trail.

See Florida From Space, Girl and Dog Reunited, Garth Brooks

Prostitution sting, Floridians tired of political bickering, George Zimmerman in trouble again and other stories from Florida Patch.

George Zimmerman Involved in Road Rage Incident, Cops Say

A motorist has accused him of threatening to kill him and then showing up outside his place of work a few days later.

Aggravated Assault With a Tractor?

A Florida man is accused of hitting a man with a tractor, backing up and trying to do it again. He faces felony charges.

Astronaut Snaps Awesome Pic of Florida From Space

Reid Wiseman snapped the shot Friday morning while many were still asleep.

Tattoos, Dolphins and Wine: Weekend Events

Find out what’s going on in the Tampa Bay area this weekend.

Annual Free Fall Festival

Annual Fall Festival October 25, 2014 1-6 pm

Rain Chances Increase as Weekend Arrives

Forecasters say the greatest chances for rain are south of the Interstate 4 corridor.

Motivational Posters & Art Prints - SALE!

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50 Dead Cats, Gun at School, Remembering 9/11

Teens help couple living in car, Duke to issue credits, moldy Capri Sun and other stories from Florida Patch.

Duke Energy to Issue $1.7 Million in Credits

The overcharges appeared on customer statements after the company changed its meter-reading routes in August.

Update: Teens Take to Internet to Help Elderly Couple, Dogs Living in Car

The husband and wife, in their 70s, were living in a Walmart parking lot with their three dogs.

Tropical Disturbance Not Likely to Impact Bay Area

Normal summer weather patterns are predicted for Tampa Bay as a weak storm system makes its way toward Florida.

PETA Ad Won't Fly in Florida, Teacher Boycotts Standardized Tests and Bus Crash

Clearwater revisits missing child cold case, Hillsborough deputies honor 9/11 fallen heroes and other stories from Florida Patch.

FIERCE - Women's Fitness Event | Saturday, October 4 | Hilton Hotel Clearwater Beach

Escape to Clearwater Beach for a women's fitness extravaganza! A full day of workouts, exhibits & fun in the sun. 8am - 5pm

Map Mats & Decor

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Florida Teacher Refuses to Give Standardized Tests

The kindergarten instructor says testing cuts out six weeks of instructional time.

PETA's SeaWorld Attack Ad Doesn't Fly, Orlando Airport Says

The animal rights activist group has been denied billboard space to protest the theme park’s use of killer whales.

Create and Cabernet: Wine and Grapes

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Fugitive on a Bicycle, Publix Bagel Recall, Beef's Credit Breach

Remembering 9/11, woman creates chaos in school pickup line, American flag used to soak up grease and other stories from Florida Patch.

Drunk Woman Created Chaos in School Pickup Line, Cops Say

She is accused of hitting two cars and kicking a Pasco County deputy.

Supermoon, NFL Player Shoves Trombonist and Boy Returned to Family

Free burgers, serial coin thief nabbed, home invasion arrests and other stories from Florida Patch.

Boy Snatched from Quadruple Homicide Scene Returned to Family

The Pasco County Sheriff’s Office says that 4-year-old Ismael “Tristan” Santisteban has been safely returned to family.

September 11th Memorial

A time to mourn, reflect, and learn.

Shark Attack, Journalist Remembered and Sad End to Love Story

Puss caterpillars, same-sex marriage battle, robber can’t resist cats and other stories from Florida Patch.

Get Paid to Scare and Other Job Openings in Tampa Bay

Check out some of the latest listings from employers throughout the region, including Busch Gardens.

Hudson Homicide Victims' Names Released

The Pasco County Sheriff’s Office has released its preliminary findings.