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Adam Brown, known as "The Bayshore Walker," completed 5,263 consecutive days of walking five miles daily until a recent surgery forced him to pause his routine. His inspiring journey from a 300-pound student to a dedicated walker has motivated many in the Tampa community. Despite his disappointment in having to stop, he has resumed walking after recovery.
College football Week 4 features notable matchups, including the highly anticipated game between No. 24 Illinois and No. 22 Nebraska. Top-ranked teams such as No. 1 Texas, No. 3 Ohio State, and No. 5 Mississippi are expected to dominate their overmatched opponents. As conference play intensifies, this weekend promises to deliver exciting action for college football fans.
Gun violence has become the leading cause of death among teens and children, prompting community advocates to seek solutions. A St. Petersburg family, who lost their son to gun violence, is actively engaging with the community to prevent similar tragedies for other families.
The Florida Strawberry Festival has announced its theme for the 2025 event, titled "The Stage is Set." This year’s festival promises to honor its rich traditions while introducing new entertainment features, including a new soundstage to host top artists.
A Plant City teen was safely located after being lured from her home by 38-year-old Edward Rodriguez, who met her through social media. Law enforcement arrested Rodriguez in Broward County, charging him with lewd and lascivious molestation and interference with child custody.
A man named Charles Williams IV has been arrested and faces felony charges after a street racing incident in St. Petersburg, Florida, that resulted in the death of an innocent driver. The police are also searching for a second driver involved in the race. This tragic event highlights ongoing issues with street racing and public safety in the area.
Heavy rains in Bradenton, Florida, have overwhelmed the city's wastewater treatment system, causing partially treated wastewater to be discharged into the Manatee River. City officials have confirmed that the discharges have stopped and are currently implementing millions of dollars in improvement projects at the Water Reclamation Facility.
A Florida sheriff is combating a surge of false school shooting threats by publicly posting the mugshots of offenders on social media. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood expressed his frustration over the disruptions caused by these hoaxes and urged parents to take responsibility for their children's actions.
Fort Lauderdale has introduced a new feature in its FixIt FTL app that allows residents to report homelessness concerns in response to a state law banning unauthorized camping on public property. The initiative aims to ensure transparency and provide a means for city officials to address these issues more effectively.
A new study by Dr. Dipayan Biswas, a marketing professor at the University of South Florida, finds that sampling healthy foods may lead consumers to make less healthy choices later. This phenomenon is attributed to "moral licensing," where individuals feel justified in indulging after engaging in positive behavior. Biswas encourages consumers to consider the relationship between sampled foods and their intended purchases.