Tampa Bay seafood enthusiasts were left reeling on Monday as news broke of multiple Red Lobster closures across the country, including several in the Tampa area. The sudden closures have left employees and patrons alike stunned, raising questions about the future of the iconic seafood chain.
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Tampa Bay residents, brace yourselves—severe weather is on the horizon. As of May 14th, a tornado watch has been issued for parts of the Tampa Bay area, signaling a "slight" risk of severe weather. With damaging winds, hail, and the potential for isolated tornadoes looming, it's crucial to stay informed and prepared.
The Storm Prediction Center has placed much of...
Pinellas County is revolutionizing hurricane preparedness with its latest initiative: a year-round pre-filled sandbag pick-up site, providing residents with up to 10 free sandbags ahead of the storm season.
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Located at the Pinellas County Solid Waste Complex in St. Petersburg, this innovative system eliminates the hassle of residents having to fill sandbags themselves. Marq...
The American Cancer Society Hope Lodge in Charleston has just obtained a $2 million matching grant from the Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation, effectively raising a total of $4 million for the lodge.
As highlighted in a recent press release, the Charleston Hope Lodge plays a crucial role in the lives of those battling cancer. It offers not only a...
Four baby alligators have been saved from poachers, who now confront serious charges for their illegal activities. The incident, occurring recently, has drawn attention from wildlife authorities across the state.
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Following a concerned citizen's call, the Florida Fish and Wildlife agency swiftly intervened, rescuing the imperiled baby alligators. As...
Tragedy struck in Sebring on Saturday, May 11th, as the Sebring Fire Department responded to a boating incident on Lake Jackson, sparking a search for a missing boater. Amidst ongoing firefighting efforts, resources were quickly redirected to Station 15 to deploy Boat 15 at Veterans Beach Boat Ramp.
Preliminary investigations revealed that 22-year-old Mr. Gutierrez-Gomez from Hardee County went overboard...
In a thrilling sequence of events, the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) leapt into action to save five lives in Tampa Bay this past Saturday. Responding swiftly to two separate distress calls within three hours, the USCG once again showcased their unwavering dedication to safety and service.
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The first call, received just after 11 a.m., involved four men aboard a sinking...
Charleston’s Board of Architectural Review has approved plans for South Carolina’s first Four Seasons-branded resort, paving the way for development on the peninsula.
"The long-rumored identity of a luxury resort operator planting its flag in the heart of the downtown Charleston tourist district is no longer speculation," said building Architects Morris Adjmi in a press release. "A property flying the...
With National Nurses Week kicking off this week, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2024’s Best & Worst States for Nurses, to help nurses, especially new graduates, find the best markets for their profession.
The site compared the relative attractiveness of the 50 states across 20 key metrics. The data set ranges from job openings for nurses...
The UFO Welcome Center, located just north of Charleston, was destroyed by fire early this morning. Firefighters from multiple departments were still addressing residual hot spots by 9 a.m.
This iconic structure was inspired by 1950s "flying saucer" designs and featured a two-story, silver-painted exterior. It measured 16 feet in height and 39 feet in diameter, constructed from lumber and...