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Report: Tampa General Hospital ranked one of Florida's best
TAMPA, Fla. — Tampa General Hospital was ranked one of the best hospitals in the state in a report, moving up a few spots from last year. U.S. News and World Report evaluated the 258 hospitals in the state with the Tampa hospital coming in at No. 2. Tampa General was also nationally ranked in eight medical specialties.
The Punch Room at the Tampa EDITION is one of the best bars in America, according to Esquire
The Punch Room at The Tampa EDITION (500 Channelside Dr) has been named one of the best bars in America by Esquire. The outlet praised the bar’s sophisticated nod to Tampa’s rich history of pirates and privateers, seamlessly blending a luxurious ambiance with Caribbean-inspired spirits. It’s open Wednesday...
Ocala ranks No. 4 on list of U.S. cities with fastest rising home prices
Have you been watching home sales and prices in Ocala/Marion County in recent months?. Six Florida cities are among the top 10 in the U.S. when it comes to the fastest-rising home prices, according to AgentAdvice, which describes itself as "for agents, by agents and a real estate school and media company."
Jeff Kincart Honored with Dedication of Drone Laboratory at Aerospace Center for Excellence
A-C-T Environmental & Infrastructure proudly announces the dedication of the Jeff Kincart Drone Laboratory at the Aerospace Center for Excellence (ACE), honoring President Jeff Kincart for his lifelong dedication to aviation and innovation. From a young boy in Lakeland with a passion for flight to a seasoned aviator and esteemed...
‘Going to be significant:’ New fire station will boost response times in this booming Florida city
ST. CLOUD, Fla. – A new fire station is poised to significantly boost emergency response times for people who live in one of the fastest-growing cities in Florida. News 6 covered the groundbreaking ceremony for St. Cloud’s Fire Station 34 in September. Nearly a year later, the $1.6 million facility on Nora Tyson Road is officially operational with a staff of 18 first responders. It’s the city’s fourth fire station.
‘Frustrating and concerning:’ Cause of ground depression under Florida home still unknown
GROVELAND, Fla. – Charles Alvarez has lived on Compass Rose Drive in Groveland for over 18 years and says he has never heard of anything like this happening on his street. He and his family had to evacuate their home on Saturday night when a large hole was discovered under his next-door neighbors’ house.
Delta State FBLA chapter shines at National Leadership Conference in Orlando
CLEVELAND, Miss. — The Delta State University chapter of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) attended the FBLA Collegiate National Leadership Conference recently held in Orlando, Florida. DSU’s Fa’Darryl Cooper, Mississippi State FBLA Collegiate President, achieved a 10th place finish in Public Speaking. Additionally, Delta State students Arianna Chestnut, Amyia Triggs, Semira Brown, Sarama Brown, and LaTamara Oubre all advanced to the final round in their respective events.
Large ‘ground depression’ sparks evacuations in Florida
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Several residents have been evacuated after a large “ground depression” opened up underneath a home in Florida Saturday night. At 6:30 p.m., the Groveland Police Department was called to the home after the hole was discovered. Fire crews arrived shortly after to assist.
Rays pitcher hospitalized with unusual infection
A pitcher for the Tampa Bay Rays is going to the injured list for a very unusual reason. Rays manager Kevin Cash revealed to reporters Sunday that right-hander Ryan Pepiot was hospitalized this week with a right knee infection. Pepiot, who was admitted to Columbia University Medical Center to receive some antibiotics, has been placed... The post Rays pitcher hospitalized with unusual infection appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
TIMELINE: Afternoon showers return Tuesday afternoon with highs in mid-90s
ORLANDO, Fla. - Monday's remaining storms will wind down rapidly this evening. Expect significantly higher rain chances on Tuesday, with around 70% coverage. Once storms develop, they will move northwest, affecting the entire area. LONG-RANGE: Typical July weather will bring scattered afternoon and evening storms across Central Florida, with very...
Florida gas prices have plummeted 18 cents per gallon, AAA says
Florida gasoline prices have plummeted 18 cents per gallon in the past 10 days, according to the AAA-The Auto Club Group's weekly gas price briefing. That caused the state average to fall to $3.36 per gallon on Sunday. "Future prices have fallen the past two weeks, to the lowest levels...
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