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Florida Botanical Gardens inspired newest exhibit at Creative Pinellas
LARGO, Fla. - Seeing artwork every day is a gift that the Surface Design Guild demonstrates in the newest exhibit at Creative Pinellas. "Everything in the gallery was inspired by something in the Florida Botanical Gardens," shared Beth Gelman, Senior Director of Arts and Cultural Programming. "You'll see a lot of floral work as you walk through, and you'll see these flowers done in all sorts of different manners."
Heroin and fentanyl trafficking ring dismantled; Tampa man sentenced
FLORIDA — A Tampa man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for his role in a drug trafficking operation that distributed heroin and fentanyl throughout the area, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida. Jose Miriel Morales Sanchez, 32, reportedly...
Late penalty-kick save preserves shutout as Tampa Bay Sun ties DC Power
TAMPA — Goalkeeper Ashley Orkus turned in a seven-save shutout, stopping a penalty kick in the final minutes, as Tampa Bay Sun FC tied DC Power 0-0 Saturday night at Riverfront Stadium on the campus of Blake High School. Though Orkus’ efforts kept the Sun (0-0-2) unbeaten, they continue...
PHOTO GALLERY: Armwood tops Gaither in season opener 42-19
Coming off an appearance in the state semifinals and returning several talented, Division I-level players, Gaither hosted another team full of talented players — Armwood — to open the 2024 season of Friday Night Lights. But the Hawks dominated most of the game, stifling the Cowboys offense with...
Text To Win A 4 Pack Of Passes To Adventure Island
The summer is starting to wind down and we have the perfect cooling off spot for you and 3 guests at Adventure Island Water Park!. Starting at 5pm on Friday, August 23rd to Sunday, August 25th listen each hour for the winning word to text. Once you get the word, text the word to 727-579-9999 for your chance to win a 4 pack of tickets plus parking!
Scorpion closing at Busch Gardens after more than 44 years: When's the last chance to ride?
TAMPA, Fla. - Scorpion is closing at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, but visitors still have a chance to experience the iconic coaster. Broken phone? No problemTrade in your phone in any condition and get iPhone 15, on us. With Unlimited Ultimate (min. $90/mo w/Auto Pay + taxes/fees for 36 mos). Add’l terms apply.Verizon|
Crash blocks northbound lanes, causes major traffic backup on Sunshine Skyway Bridge
TAMPA, Fla. — A crash blocked the northbound lanes on the Sunshine Skyway Bridge heading towards St. Pete Saturday afternoon, causing traffic to build all the way back to the Manatee County Line, Florida Highway Patrol said. As of 5 p.m., cams show that the crash appears to have...
US Coast Guard: 2 people rescue from burning yacht in Clearwater
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — Two mariners were rescued after a yacht caught on fire in Clearwater Saturday morning. A U.S. Coast Guard Station Sand Key boat crew assisted in extinguishing a 50-foot yacht fire in Clearwater Harbor. A good Samaritan reported the fire via a VHF radio channel and...
Dinosaur World welcomes guests to experience Jurassic Haunt
Dinosaur World in Plant City, Fla., will conduct its first-ever after-hours event, Jurassic Haunt: The Curse Unearthed, on select nights in October. A rift between worlds has opened, releasing apparitions of every shape and size. Guests step right into the original Ghostbusters film where Slimer and other ghoulish spirits, specters, and ectoplasm-dripping phantasms materialize where they least expect. Halloween Horror Nights 2019 | Universal Studios Florida at Universal Orlando.
Construction crew found horse bones while working at mental health facility in Pinellas Park: Police
PINELLAS PARK, Fla. - A construction crew working at the Personal Enrichment Mental Health Services facility found bones while moving soil on Friday afternoon, according to authorities. Officials say the Pinellas Park Police Department responded to 11254 58th St. around 12:15 p.m. after receiving a report that bones were found...
Bay Area designer makes waves in fashion industry while overcoming autism challenges
TAMPA, Fla. - A designer from the Tampa Bay area is making waves in the fashion industry, receiving national accolades while overcoming the challenges of autism. An outfit designed by Aarushi Pratap, 23, is being worn this week by Allison Redman, who holds the title of Miss Florida for America and is competing in a national pageant in Las Vegas.
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