Realtor’s sign on car door leads to her arrest for skip scanning at Walmart
A Villager who had a real estate sign on the door of her vehicle has been tracked down in connection with a pair of thefts at a local Walmart. MaryKay Childress, 62, was arrested Friday at her home in the Village of Largo on two counts of theft. The Wisconsin...
Friendly dog hopped into Florida cop’s car. It ended a 7-year search for him
Patience paid off for one overjoyed pet owner in Florida after a miracle recently took place. Luca, a bright-eyed husky with a love for people, is finally home with his owner, who never gave up, after spending years apart. Yes, years, as in plural. “K9 Case Closed! After seven long years apart, Luca is finally home!...
Shipping container mini-mall planned north of downtown Clearwater
CLEARWATER — The Clearwater Urban Leadership Coalition and city officials are working on a project to revitalize local business in the North Greenwood neighborhood north of downtown. In partnership with the North Greenwood Community Redevelopment Agency, the Clearwater Urban Leadership Coalition is planning a...
This Charming Restaurant In Florida Will Serve You The Best French Toast Of Your...
Tucked away on a sunny street in Gulfport, Florida sits a lime-green cottage that’s responsible for more breakfast epiphanies than should be legally possible in one location. Stella’s isn’t just a restaurant – it’s a morning ritual, a community gathering spot, and quite possibly the reason some Floridians set...
‘Operation Spooky Surprise’: 4 men arrested in St. Pete sting targeting child predators
Four men found St. Petersburg police waiting for them over the weekend after they arranged to meet up with boys or girls, ages 14 and 15, for sex, the police department said.
Sears & Roebuck Founder’s Historic Florida Home Lists for Just $600K
Alvah Roebuck built the quaint Gulfport, FL, property in 1925, 30 years after he parted ways with the company that he helped to found.
Bojangles opens first Tampa Bay restaurant Nov. 4
Bojangles, the Southern-born fast food chain known for its fried chicken and made-from-scratch biscuits, will open its first Tampa Bay restaurant in Pinellas Park on November 4 at 7930 U.S. Highway 19 North. The move reflects Tampa Bay’s growing pull for national brands and new investment. For Bojangles, it marks...
Barnes & Noble to open Palm Harbor Store
PALM HARBOR — Barnes & Noble will open its newest Florida bookstore Wednesday, Oct. 29, in Palm Harbor, marking the chain's sixth opening in the state this year. New York Times bestselling author Sarah Penner will cut the ribbon at 10 a.m. and sign copies of her books, including her latest novel, "The Amalfi Curse."
Nurse Karla Pedersen recognized for her volunteer work
PALM HARBOR, Fla. — A Pinellas County nurse’s sense of compassion makes her great at her job at HCA Florida Northside Hospital. It’s also the reason the hospital recognized Karla Pedersen for her volunteer work away from the hospital. Pedersen works weekend overnights in the neuro ICU...
Florida Weather Alert: Strong Cold Front to Bring Coolest Air Since April
Tampa, FL – The National Weather Service Tampa Bay says a dramatic weather shift is on the way this week as a pair of cold fronts move through west-central and southwest Florida, bringing scattered thunderstorms today followed by the coolest temperatures since mid-April. Showers and isolated thunderstorms are...

















