Milk Paint Class @ Unique Finds

Milk Paint, Furniture Painting Class

Art & Wine Class @ Unique Finds

Art & Wine Class @ Unique Finds

Croc Attack, Bucket List and Lemonade Stand Controversy

Legally blind man shoots intruder, USF Bulls Walk, Primary Elections and other stories from Florida Patch.

Get Ready for Primary Election Day

Tampa Bay area voters head to the polls Tuesday to cast their ballots in the partisan primaries.

What's on Your Tampa Bay Bucket List?

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.

Labor Day in Tarpon Springs: What Do You Have Planned?

We’re hoping to create roundup of events, sales, closings and specials, but we need your help.

OneBlood Ramping Up for Labor Day

Blood donors will get a limited edition T-shirt and a $10 gift card.

Trinity Area Arts & Crafts Show

Come enjoy the day at this small boutique style A&C show. Unique gift items from local Florida artists and craftsmen.

Scattered Storms Start the Week with Drier Days Ahead

Forecasters are saying the Tampa Bay area is in for a fairly normal week in weather.

Panther Cub, Shark-Eating Grouper and Paying it Forward

Living off the grid, braving lightning, Falcon’s Fury, “Breaking Bad” and other stories from Florida Patch.

20 New Job Openings in Tampa Bay

Represent a brewery, sell comics or host cheesecake lovers with these latest openings.

Duke Energy Has to Answer for Rate Charges

The Florida Public Service Commission announced Friday it wants the utility company to explain its rate practice.

'Bless You' and Gun Fiction: Are Schools Too Sensitive?

It’s a new school year, but administrators walk a difficult line on discipline. What do you think?

Excessive Heat, Hot Cars and Dad's Bar Beat Down

Living off the grid gets woman in trouble, popcorn problems, Falcon’s Fury raises concerns and other stories from Florida Patch.

Share Your News on Patch

Have a hot news tip or something to announce? Patch is here for you!

'Excessive Heat' Ahead for Tampa Bay

Forecasters say the Bay Area’s in for a hot weekend with feels-like temperatures climbing as high as 108.

Federal Judge Rules Against Gay Marriage Ban, Panther Cub and Gun at School

Coffee drinkers pay it forward, giant grouper swallows shark whole, “Breaking Bad” star isn’t so bad and other stories from Florida Patch.

Tarpon Springs Man Killed in Tampa Nightclub Shooting

The Tampa Police Department says the shooting occurred outside Club Underground.

Wish Comes True For Tarpon Springs Child Through Make-A-Wish and United Health Foundation

Allen's wish to visit a dude ranch is granted by Make-A-Wish and United Health Foundation.

Dredging of Ship Channel in Miami Damaging Coral Reef, State Says

A report from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection details damage to coastal aquatic life.

Floridian Steven Sotloff Held by ISIS, Cop Braves Lightning in Resuce

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 with Tampa Bay eBus Visits

Fifth Third Bank “Drives” Financial Wellness and Job Search Assistance

County to Charge Fees to Pick Up Pets Given Treatment

Pinellas County commissioners approved a measure on Tuesday that will charge fees to owners of impounded pets given medical treatment.

299 Sea Turtle Eggs, Grandma Shoots Boy and Auto Burglaries

Song calls out Pam Bondi, Trayvon Martin’s parents weigh in on Missouri shooting, no dogs allowed and other stories from Florida Patch.

Tampa International Airport Gets Boost with $1M Grant

Tampa Bay Rep. Kathy Castor announced Tuesday the airport is receiving funds toward improvements.

Hospital Security Breach, Chilly Challenges and Sitter Sells Pooch

Employee accused of stealing $250,000, St. Pete Beach says no to parking tickets and other stories from Florida Patch.

Reiki Level 1 Class | Clearwater - Tampa Bay Area | Sat. September 13, 2014

Invest in your wellbeing by learning the practice of Reiki, a healing practice for self-care and treatment for others that restores balance.

Tarpon Springs Students Head Back to Class

Monday marked the kickoff for the 2014-15 school year.

Reiki Self-Care Class | Clearwater - Tampa Bay Area | Sat. September 6, 2014

Learning to practice Reiki for self-care offers students a lifetime of benefits as Reiki treatments restore balance and improves wellbeing.

Ice Bucket Challenge Has Florida ALS Donations Pouring In

The viral stunt has been paying off for the state’s chapter of the ALS Association.

Pumpkin Spice Latte to Make Early Return at Starbucks

The popular fall-flavored drink will be returning Aug. 25, nearly a month before the official start of autumn.

Hurricane Season Peak: Share Your Storm Stories, Preparation Tips

The slow storm season has been a relief to many, but tropical weather tends to pick up right about…now.

Nominate Your Hero for a Chance to Win

Your coach, mentor or all-around hero could win a prize package courtesy of Patch, but time is running out to enter.

Bush Says No to Pot, Random Acts of Kindness and Monster Hammerhead

The Refinery gets recognized, same-gender schools under fire, “The Purge” has a community on edge and other stories from Florida Patch.

Arrest Made in Child's Murder, 'Love Boat' and Peek-A-Boo

Teen indicted in Pinellas Trail murder, U.S. Coast Guard saves eight people and lower auto registration fees coming soon.

Rainy Weekend Ahead for Tampa Bay

Forecasters anticipate conditions will improve slightly as the weekend wears on.

Jail Suicide, Serial Bank Robber and 'The Purge'

Church helps kids stand up to bullies, Bush says no to medical marijuana, Tampa Bay weekend things and other stories from Florida Patch.

Tampa Bay Weekend Events

Patch guide to top events happening in Tampa Bay for the weekend ending Sunday, Aug. 17.

Inmate Found Dead in Pinellas Jail

The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office says he hung himself.

Governor Approves Florida's New Congressional Map

Rick Scott signed into law Florida’s new congressional map, replacing a prior map ruled to be illegal in a July court judgment.