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Floridians take part in D.C. climate exhibit: Museum of Unnatural Disasters

A pop-up exhibit called the "Museum of Unnatural Disasters," wrapped up in Washington D.C. on Sunday — it included hurricane survivors from the Tampa Bay region who shared their stories with visitors. The mobile museum was parked in Constitution Gardens on the National Mall, where photos and artifacts were...
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Einstein Bros. adds two Tampa Bay-area locations

Einstein Bros. Bagels has opened a bakery in Lakeland and plans to open another in Land O’ Lakes later this month, bringing the chain to about 20 locations across the Tampa Bay region. The company recently opened a location at 2928 Florida Ave. S. in Lakeland and plans to...
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How nixing property taxes could affect Hillsborough County

Hillsborough County may have to consider layoffs, service cuts and new taxes if voters approve the state's sweeping property tax overhaul . Why it matters: The county would lose an estimated $367 million in annual property tax revenue, money that had primarily gone toward the sheriff's office, fire rescue, transportati
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These 9 Florida Fabric Shops Are Packed With Finds Every Quilter Will Love

There is a specific kind of joy that only quilters understand. You walk in for one thing and walk out an hour later with fabric you did not know you needed, a new project already forming in your head, and zero regrets. Florida has a quilting scene that most people...
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Florida super speeder arrested after pursuit on I-4: arrest report

A super speeder was arrested on Monday after a pursuit on Interstate 4, according to an arrest report.
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Behind Closed Doors, St. Pete Power Brokers Plot Pricey Fix For Failing Pipes

Neighborhood leaders, environmental advocates and business groups in St. Petersburg are quietly huddling over a big ask for local taxpayers: a potential property tax hike to speed up long-delayed infrastructure work. The Council of Neighborhood Associations, the Sierra Club and the St. Petersburg Area Chamber are in ta
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Driver Arrested After Allegedly Reaching 117 MPH on Howard Frankland Bridge With Suspended License

ST. PETERSBURG — A 25-year-old Manatee County man was arrested early Saturday morning after Florida Highway Patrol troopers say he was clocked traveling 117 mph on the Howard Frankland Bridge while driving with a suspended license. According to an arrest affidavit, a Florida Highway Patrol trooper was conducting speed.
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Award-Winning St. Petersburg Restaurant Announces Closure

Good Intentions in St. Petersburg has announced its decision to close in the coming weeks. The owners cited ongoing economic challenges as the reason for the closure. Good Intentions Announces Upcoming Closure in St. Petersburg. St. Petersburg is soon to say goodbye to its vegan dining destination Good Intentions. The.
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The Chattaway restaurant isn’t going away after all

It’s good news for fans of the Chattaway, the cozy, old-school restaurant that’s stood at the intersection of 4th Street and 22nd Avenue South for a century. It’s been owned by the same family since 1951. An ownership group has purchased the Chattaway, which was put up...
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Bay Area woman hits it big in Vegas at the billiard tables

TAMPA, Fla. — When Victoria Parker first took up the game of pool, it was purely for social reasons. But two years ago, she said something changed. The Hudson High School grad was bitten by the pool bug and started playing every day. “I just loved the mental game...

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