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Florida under watches and warnings as Hurricane Ian now a Category 2 and strengthening

MIAMI — A large swath of Florida’s Gulf Coast is under hurricane and storm surge watches and warnings Monday from Category 2 Hurricane Ian, which whipped up overnight and is expected to turn into a major storm as it heads toward a potential first landfall in western Cuba.

Miami Herald

Why suicides have dropped dramatically on Tampa Bay’s Skyway Bridge in the past year

For decades, the Sunshine Skyway Bridge has been one of Tampa Bay’s most iconic landmarks. But the 190 foot-high peak has also drawn hundreds of people wanting to take their own life.

Miami Herald

Avian influenza outbreak spreads to Tampa Bay, is killing Florida birds

TAMPA, Fla. — A deadly strain of avian influenza sickening Florida birds has reached the Tampa Bay area but does not appear to pose a threat to people, according to state wildlife officials.

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Florida researcher predicts 22 named storms, 5 major hurricanes in 2022

SARASOTA, Fla. — Tampa Bay residents have a tendency to brush aside concerns about hurricane season as annual forecasts arrive each spring.

Tribune News Service

Outback Bowl to Change Name to ‘Tampa Bay Bowl’

Outback had been the presenting sponsor of the event since 1996.

Sports Illustrated

Mount Dora is the perfect weekend getaway in Central Florida

Mount Dora is often called “the New England town of the South,” and it doesn’t take much imagination to see why. This charming, artsy little city just 110 miles from the Tampa Bay area sits amid gentle hills reminiscent of Connecticut. A popular restaurant proudly touts its Maine lobster rolls.…

Tribune News Service

How to navigate spring break crowds in Tampa Bay area this year

TAMPA, Fla. — With the public school systems of all six Tampa Bay area counties and the University of South Florida all out on the same spring break, more than 600,000 students and staff have free time on their hands the week of March 14.

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