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How you can help Hurricane Helene victims in Florida
Organizations and initiatives offering support for Hurricane Helene victims in Florida are highlighted in this article. It serves as a call to action ...
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Pinellas County debris removal plans after Hurricane Helene
Pinellas County leaders met to discuss debris removal plans following Hurricane Helene during an emergency meeting on Tuesday. The discussions focused...
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Helene aftermath: What to do with the new mountains of sand on Bay Area beaches
Hurricane Helene has left significant deposits of sand along the beaches of the Bay Area, with some streets buried under several feet of sand due to t...
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Seminole Hard Rock Tampa evacuated twice after 2 concealed devices found at casi...
A security incident at the Seminole Hard Rock Tampa led to two evacuations after police and the FBI discovered two concealed devices. The situation pr...
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Hurricane Helene leaves many families without their homes
Hurricane Helene has devastated many families, leaving them uncertain about their immediate future and living situations. The impact of the hurricane ...
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Florida State Fair announces 2025 theme, one-day flash ticket sale
The Florida State Fair has announced its theme for the 2025 event and is launching a one-day flash ticket sale. This move aims to generate excitement ...
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Citrus and Hernando residents continue Hurricane Helene cleanup: 'We lost everyt...
Residents in Citrus and Hernando Counties are in the midst of recovering from the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, with many reporting signific...
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Two charged in Spring Hill murder
Two individuals have been charged with the murder of Kevin Walden, a homeless man, according to the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office. This incident hi...
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Port Tampa Bay longshoremen join national strike, several industries could be af...
A significant strike involving longshoremen at Port Tampa Bay began on October 1, 2024, impacting various industries along the east coast. The walkout...
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Polk County organizations send supplies to Florida counties, other states impact...
Polk County organizations are actively providing supplies to Florida counties and other states affected by a recent hurricane. This community effort h...
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Pinellas Barrier Islands reopen as community tries to return to a sense of 'norm...
The Pinellas Barrier Islands in Florida reopened on October 1, 2024, at 4 p.m., following a period of closure. Residents and officials are urging caut...
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Tampa General builds ‘AquaFence’ as area hospitals brace for Helene
Tampa General Hospital has installed an 'AquaFence' to protect against potential flooding as Hurricane Helene approaches. This barrier, designed to be...
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Tampa Bay evacuees seek hotels on higher ground ahead of Hurricane Helene
Evacuees in the Tampa Bay area are seeking accommodations on higher ground as Hurricane Helene approaches, with hotels quickly filling up due to the i...
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How high will Tampa Bay’s tides be when Helene’s storm surge peaks?
Hurricane Helene is expected to bring significant storm surge to Florida's west coast, particularly affecting Tampa Bay. Federal forecasters predict t...
Government
Congress passes temporary bill to avoid shutdown, sends measure to Biden's desk
Congress passed a temporary funding measure on September 25, 2024, to prevent a government shutdown, maintaining agency funding until December. The Se...
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Helene to be among largest Gulf hurricanes in decades, forecasts say
Forecasts indicate that Hurricane Helene is set to become one of the largest hurricanes to threaten the Gulf of Mexico in decades, potentially stretch...
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What to know about hurricane evacuation orders ahead of Helene
Hurricane evacuation orders are crucial for ensuring public safety as storms approach. This article provides insights into how county emergency manage...
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Swamped a year ago, Pinellas coastal residents brace for Helene
Pinellas coastal residents are preparing for the impending Hurricane Helene, recalling the devastation they faced a year prior. Communities are bracin...
Politics
Biden, allies sign new declaration of support for Ukraine ahead of meeting with ...
President Joe Biden and world leaders signed a new declaration of support for Ukraine during the United Nations General Assembly, reaffirming their co...
Politics
Secret Service agent placed on leave, under investigation for alleged sexual mis...
A U.S. Secret Service agent has been placed on administrative leave amid an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct involving a member of ...