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Florida wildlife officials seek federal permit to plant seagrass off Samsons Island
Florida wildlife officials plan to spend $1.7 million in federal money to plant back more than seven acres of seagrass along Samsons Island in Satellite Beach. But they also will cover more than an acre of the Banana River Lagoon with limestone boulders to blunt waves, and with 165 cages to thwart hungry manatees and other grazers, to give the seagrass a fighting chance. Because of global warming, like many islands in the Indian River Lagoon,...
Monday brings isolated showers and afternoon thunderstorms as the rainy pattern continues
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – We started Monday morning mostly dry except for a storm that moved through our very northern SE Georgia counties. Otherwise, a hot day with the heat index hovering around 100. Afternoon showers and potential thunderstorms will develop west of I-95 after lunchtime and stick around throughout the evening - possible gusty winds and heavy downpours can’t be ruled out as these storms develop along the sea breeze and mixed with the high heat.
Phil Jones, former CBS News correspondent, dies at age 87
Phil Jones, a CBS News correspondent for more than 30 years, has died. He was 87.Jones died over the weekend at his home in Florida. He leaves behind a son, Paul, and a daughter, Pam. The tenacious reporter joined CBS News in 1967 — a time when Walter Cronkite anchored the CBS Evening News. Jones was considered one of "Cronkite's Kids." Soon after joining CBS, Jones won an Emmy for his coverage of the war in Vietnam. Jones was best known for reporting on the political battles in Washington. He started with Watergate, then served as White House correspondent during the Ford administration. Jones also covered the impeachment trial of then-President Bill Clinton. He was a tenacious reporter, following a story wherever it led. As a "48 Hours" correspondent, Jones rode a mule through Burma in pursuit of a drug kingpin. Colleague Eric Engberg described Jones' impact when he retired in 2001 after 32 years at CBS News."Every lying, conniving, thieving, sniveling politician in Washington is going to sleep better with you gone," Engberg said at the time.
On Honeymoon Island State Park, urgency grows to defend ‘the real Florida’
DUNEDIN — For Terry Fortner, the fight to save Honeymoon Island State Park from a proposed development plan is personal. Nearly 130 years ago, just offshore from here, her grandmother Myrtle Scharrer was born in a pioneer home on Caladesi Island. She lived for decades in the tranquility of the untouched island chains that today include Florida’s most-visited state park.
Florida wins Little League World Series final with a chaotic walk-off bunt
You’ve never seen a Little League World Series end like this!. On Sunday, Florida won its first ever Little League World Series after Lake Mary Little League bested Chinese Taipei 2-1 in extra time thanks to … a walk-off bunt. Yes, really!. With the runner on second thanks...
'If my mom can hear this, know that I love you' | 10-year-old pleas for answers as mother has been missing for more than a month
SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio Police are asking for help finding a missing 32-year-old woman, last seen north of Downtown. Police say Jeanie Chavez has been missing more than a month, and was last seen on Aganier Avenue, on July 15. "I try not thinking about it, because it...
The iconic Parkesdale Market in Plant City to host end of summer bash
As summer winds down and the first signs of fall appear, the community is invited to the End of Summer Bash, a festive event set for Saturday, September 21, from 9am to 2pm at Parkesdale Market in Plant City (3702 W. Baker St). This fall-themed makers market will showcase a variety of local vendors offering handmade items, unique gifts, home décor, plants, and more. Among the vendors participating are Hollow Tree Market, Fantasy Nature Arts, Sweet Obsessionz, and The Citrine Ghost, promising a diverse shopping experience.
St. Pete resident asks: What’s the deal with left-lane drivers?
TAMPA, Fla. – It’s a complaint many have: Drivers going too slow in the passing lane. And St. Petersburg native Jennifer Griffin says it's an issue that leads to a lot of issues on the road in Tampa Bay. “It’s a chronic problem,” Griffin said. “Everyone is driving...
Carolina Ascent remains at No. 1, Orkus comes up big for Tampa Bay Sun | Week 2 Storylines
The USL Super League inaugural season continued last weekend with two more intense matches. Lexington SC made its debut at league leaders Carolina Ascent FC, while Tampa hosted another close contest, this one against DC Power FC. Let’s look at some of the biggest storylines that came out of Week...
Labor Day gas prices could be lowest in 3 years in Florida, AAA says
TAMPA, Fla. — Gas prices dropped over the weekend and now AAA reports that the prices for Labor Day could be the lowest in three years. Prices averaged $3.29 per gallon on Sunday in Florida, marking the lowest daily average in two months after jumping 8 cents early last week, according to a report.
Football: Pick ’em contest, Week 2 — Aug. 23, 2024
Here are the 15 games for this week’s football pick ‘em contest. Predictions must be submitted by 5 p.m. Friday. Limit one entry per email address. Last week’s winner was Thomas Skukalek, who went 13-2. West Palm Beach Cardinal Newman at Carrollwood Day, 7. Largo at Lakewood,...
TECO leaders to ask the state to approve rate hike in 2025 and beyond
Leaders for Tampa Electric Company (TECO) will make their pitch to the Florida Public Service Commission on Monday afternoon as to why they should be allowed to raise utility rates, against the wishes of many customers.
USF welcomes back students for first day of classes Monday
TAMPA, Fla. — Fall classes start Monday at the University of South Florida. Last week, freshmen moved into their new homes on and off campus in Tampa. USF officials said about 7,400 students will be living in dorms with another 7,000 living off campus. The university hosted “The Week...
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