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Endangered Dragons | Bear Cub Rescue | Flamingo Released: FL Good News
SunRunner's 1 Millionth Rider | Revolutionary Latinas | New USF Stadium | Endangered Dragons Born | Wildlife Center Reopens: FL Good News
FLORIDA — A bear cub stuck in a tree was rescued, a Tampa native explores Ybor City’s revolutionary history, Sprouts and Wawa stores open, new University of South Florida stadium approved.
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The SunRunner bus, connecting downtown St. Pete with the beaches, celebrated its 1 millionth rider this week, PSTA said.
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Girls and their families are invited to kick off the 2023-24 year at Girl Scouts of West Central Florida’s annual Girl Scout Fest.
The Disaster Recovery Centers will open Saturday in Palm Harbor and St. Pete, and will be open seven days a week.
The Florida Board of Governors voted to approve $340 million to finance a new 35,000-seat stadium for the University of South Florida.
New Sprouts Grocery Store Opens
A ribbon-cutting took place Friday morning.
St. Pete Pier Concert Series Lineup
The Rise Up St. Pete Concert Series will bring national headlining musical acts to the St. Pete Pier starting in November.
FL Bear Cub Stuck In Tree Rescued
A bear cub got his back paw stuck in a tree and needed rescuing, the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission said.
New Mural At Hyde Park Village
Hyde Park Village has announced the debut of a new mural, "Ocean of Solutions," created by renowned abstract artist Gustavo Oviedo.
National nonprofits evacuated more than 140 shelter pets out of Florida following Hurricane Idalia.
Wawa Opens 2 New Stores In Southwest Florida
Florida’s newest Wawa stores opened Thursday in North Port and Port Charlotte.
$22,500 Raised For Schools By Tax Collector
Tax Collector Mike Fasano’s five offices collected donations this summer for the Pasco County schools.
TPA Up For Best Large Airport In USA Today Awards
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria is also up for a 10Best Award in the airport grab-and-go food category.
Flamingo Released Back Into Wild After Rescue
A flamingo rescued off St. Pete Beach after Hurricane Idalia was released back into the wild, Seaside Seabird Sanctuary said.
After nine months of incubation, six baby Komodo dragons broke out of their shells at ZooTampa.
Sprouts Announces 'Nominate Your Neighbor' Campaign
Sprouts Farmers Market is asking residents to recognize neighbors for acts of kindness, goodwill and keeping the community healthy.
2024 Theme Announced For Strawberry Festival
The Florida Strawberry Festival announced Wednesday the theme for its 89th annual event: "Out of This World!"
FL Native To Perform At Music Midtown In Atlanta
The performance is part of an innovative class at the college that brings students and Berklee-affiliated acts to major music festivals.
Wildlife Center Destroyed By Fire Opens Temporary Home
Supporters are invited to help the center rebuild by participating in a fundraiser Wednesday or donating through the Forward Foundation.
Tampa native, historian Sarah McNamara, will discuss her new book, “Ybor City: Crucible of the Latina South,” at a St. Pete bookstore.
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