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Clearwater Marine Aquarium Announces Employee Furloughs Amid $6.1

Jan 18, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marc Wright

Source: Wikipedia/qwesy qwesy, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsThe Clearwater Marine Aquarium is facing a financial downturn due to the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. As a result, the aquarium has announced that it will be furloughing a number of its staff members. In a statement reported by WFLA, they've stated that "critical measures" will be taken to address the financial challenges, and these will include placing several positions on furlough starting next Monday.
Hillsborough County's MLK Day Parade Float to Spotlight Sustainability

Jan 17, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marc Wright

Source: Hillsborough CountyTapping into the spirit of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Hillsborough County Solid Waste Services is joining the parade lineup with an inventive float. Their entry merges art with environmental consciousness, building a bridge between sustainability and community celebration.
Crystal River Man Charged with Indecent Exposure to Children on School

Jan 17, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marc Wright

A Citrus County man is facing multiple charges after allegations surfaced that he exposed himself to children on a school bus. The suspect, identified as 36-year-old Freddy Richie Parisi from Crystal River, was arrested on yesterday, following a rapid response from local law enforcement. Reports of the indecent exposure incident first emerged last Tuesday, when students riding home on a school bus claimed to have seen a man revealing himself in a nearby car.
Man Fatally Shot at Circle K in Thonotosassa as Hillsborough County

Jan 16, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marc Wright

A man has been pronounced dead following a shooting that took place at a Circle K in Thonotosassa, as confirmed by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. The incident occurred shortly after 8:30 p.m. last night at the convenience store located at 11755 County Road 579. Deputies arriving at the scene discovered the man with a gunshot wound; he was subsequently declared deceased on the premises, as reported by WFLA News Channel 8.
Tampa Enhances Gasparilla Festivities with Eco-Conscious 'Bead-Free

Jan 15, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marc Wright

Source: Google Street ViewAs the Gasparilla Children's Parade draws near, Tampa's Department of Solid Waste is actively steering the festivities in a greener direction with their enduring Bead-Free Bay initiative. Crowds eager to engage in the treasure hunt atmosphere are being asked to take a moment to consider the life cycle of the beads they catch and discard.
Hillsborough County Solid Waste Facilities Revert to Standard Hours

Jan 15, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marc Wright

Source: Hillsborough CountyHillsborough County residents can breathe a sigh of relief as the solid waste facilities are finally returning to standard operating hours. This change comes after an intense period during which the facilities dealt with a deluge of storm debris, necessitating extended hours and temporary sites to accommodate the extra waste. The regular hours will take effect starting on Tuesday, as reported by HCFL.gov.
Suspect at Large in St. Petersburg Art Heist, Accomplice Charged

Jan 11, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marc Wright

Source: St. Pete Police DepartmentThe St. Petersburg Police Department continues to seek the second suspect involved in a high-stakes art heist at the Duncan McClellan Gallery. The incident, which occurred on November 11, 2024, saw two men executing a calculated theft of "Torso XI," a cast glass sculpture by artist Latchezar Boyadjiev worth nearly $21,000.
Manhunt Underway After Argument Escalates to Shooting in Tampa and

Jan 10, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marc Wright

Gun violence disrupted Tampa just after midday when police responded to a shooting near the intersection of N. O’Brien St. and W. Spruce St. According to the Tampa Police Department release, two men were involved in an argument that escalated into a shooting. The suspect, who is still at large, is described as an adult black male with long dreadlocks, wearing a black beanie and jacket. His pants color is unknown, and he was carrying a roller bag.
Tampa’s Vital Infrastructure Undergoes Routine Audit to Ensure Bridge

Jan 10, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marc Wright

Tampa's infrastructure is undergoing a routine check-up, according to a recent press release from the Internal Audit Department. The Mobility Department's Operations Division is being reviewed for its upkeep of bridges and stormwater pump stations, which are essential for preventing damage from wear, tear, and weather conditions.
Major I-4 Westbound Crash at Thonotosassa Rd. Causes Severe Delays in

Jan 9, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marc Wright

Early this morning, a crash on the westbound side of Interstate 4 near the Thonotosassa Rd. exit in the Plant City area brought traffic to a near standstill. As reported by WFLA, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) arrived on the scene shortly after the incident occurred around 6:00 a.m. and initially closed all lanes to traffic. The westbound lanes were closed for a time, resulting in a backup that stretched for miles and lasted for hours, according to FOX 13.