Rescued Manatee, Best Hospitals, Aquarium Expansion: FL Good News

FLORIDA — A cold-stressed manatee rescued in St. Petersburg, a former pro baseball player opens a veteran-friendly business, Madonna tickets go on sale for Tampa show and the late Winter the Dolphin goes virtual. Those are just some of the good news stories from Patch this week.

19 FL Hospitals Among 250 Best In America: Healthgrades

Nineteen hospitals in Florida were ranked among the 250 best in the country in a new ranking from Healthgrades, a marketplace to help people find doctors and hospitals.

Cold-Stressed Manatee Rescued From St. Pete Waters: FWC

Rescuers pulled a distressed juvenile manatee from Bayboro Harbor in St. Petersburg on Thursday, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The ailing sea cow is heading to ZooTampa for rehabilitation.

Former Pro Baseball Player Takes Swing At Veteran-Friendly Business

Inspired by his brother who is a veteran, Wes Freeman and his business partners launched JDog Junk Removal & Hauling in Lakeland.

Fees Waived To Adopt Pocket Pets At SPCA Tampa Bay Through Jan. 31

There are more than 45 furry, fluffy and bouncy pocket pets at SPCA Tampa Bay in need of loving homes.

Madonna Celebration Tour Tickets Go On Sale

Madonna announced that she is bringing her Celebration Tour to Amalie Theater in Tampa on Sept. 7. Here's how to get tickets.

Musical Wonder Women To Perform At Straz Center

The Patel Conservatory will celebrate female composers and the influence of women in music in "Faculty Recital: Wonder Women" Jan. 24.

Environmentally Friendly Clearwater Company Unveils On-Site Apiary

Monin Americas, which produces all-natural syrups and flavorings, is creating a buzz with its beehives.

Virtual Reality Film Allows Visitors To Swim With Winter The Dolphin

The Clearwater Marine Aquarium has also launched new audio tour braille devices and devices for the hearing-impaired.

Florida Aquarium Expansion Campaign To Be Led By Gas Worx Developer

The Florida Aquarium announced Tuesday that developer Darryl Shaw will lead the nonprofit’s upcoming $40 million capital campaign.

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