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And on the Palm Harbor Patch calendar - The Rollin Drones

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Good morning Palm Harbor! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why mosquito trucks are targeting Palm Harbor streets at dawn this week
  • Teen golfer attacked at Palm Harbor course after dispute over slow play
  • How a displaced Bradenton senior was briefly sent to Palm Harbor

Also on today's calendar: The Rollin Drones and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 89 and low of 77 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: A stray afternoon t-storm, temps: high: 90, low: 78.
  • Thursday: A p.m. t-storm in spots, with a high of 89 and low of 76 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Mosquito-borne dengue fever detected in Pinellas (stpetecatalyst.com) — Palm Harbor is at the center of Pinellas County's response to two locally acquired dengue fever cases, with mosquito control crews increasing inspections and truck fogging in local neighborhoods. Residents are urged to dump standing water, use EPA-approved repellents, and cover up outdoors to reduce bites. Health officials say most dengue cases are mild but want locals alert to symptoms and seeking care if ill.
   

• Tampa man charged with child abuse after giving teen bloody nose on golf course: affidavit (wfla.com) — A teen golfer was allegedly assaulted at Palm Harbor's Lansbrook Golf Club after an argument over slow play, leaving him with a bloody nose and neck marks. Deputies say a 50-year-old Tampa man rammed the boy's cart, threw him down, and hit him, leading to a felony child abuse charge and a night in Pinellas County Jail. The case highlights safety concerns even in everyday recreational spots.
   

• One month later: Displaced senior celebrates 94th birthday in new home after Aviata roof collapse (tampabay28.com) — A Bradenton senior displaced by a July roof collapse was briefly relocated to Palm Harbor before a friend secured him a new home where he just turned 94. The piece focuses on his improved quality of life, ongoing questions about the collapse investigation, and concerns over safety oversight for vulnerable seniors. Palm Harbor appears mainly as a temporary evacuation location.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday August 25
  • Art Exhibit - TMAF →
    Oldsmar Public Library City Hall, 100 State St W, 400 S
    9:00 am
  • Back to School Night
    East Lake High School
    4:30 pm
  • W-FA606 Mediterranean Bowl with Tahini Lemon Garlic Sauce with Chef Rita
    Dudedin Fine Art Center Dunedin, FL 34698
    6:00 pm
  • Dunedin Toastmasters
    Unity Community Church FL
    7:00 pm
    • Wednesday August 26
  • Baby Sign Language →
    Oldsmar Public Library Oldsmar Library - Storytime Room - 400 St. Petersburg Drive East
    11:00 am

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Curlew Hills to Host Free Lunch & Learn Seminar —mary Read on Patch
  • My son heard kittens crying behind the shed when it was poring earlier.
    He got them and brought them in and we dried them and warmed them up with the blow dryer. After an hour we tried to feed them and they would not take… (Nextdoor Palm Harbor 2)
  • Please share & repost to help reunite this stray cat!
    FOUND on August 14, 2026 in Pinellas County, FL 34689 near Us 19 and Klosterman Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the… (Nextdoor Patty Ann Acres)
  • Legend Senior Living posted a job opening for Housekeeper in Palm Harbor. Apply here.
  • Hut American Group, LLC posted a job opening for Shift Leader in Tarpon Springs. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Palm Harbor here.

🗞 Nearby News

Dunedin

  • Photos: Every platinum look we saw at Dunedin Fine Art Center's sold-out 'Wearable Art' 20th anniversary (cltampa.com)
  • $300,000 donation moves Dunedin Boat Club closer to rebuilding clubhouse (baynews9.com)
  • Cubs Minor League Wrap: Braxton Garrett shines in I-Cubs win (bleedcubbieblue.com)

Tarpon Springs

  • Long-awaited Mexican restaurant Catalina's La Cantina nears Tarpon Springs opening (ilovetheburg.com)

Clearwater

Ok Palm Harbor! 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: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!)
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