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Florida participant in Capitol riot arrested on multiple counts
Tampa, Florida – On January 6, 2021, the U.S. Capitol witnessed a serious breach during a joint session of Congress aimed at certifying the presidential election results. Among those involved was Michael Hennessey, a 38-year-old from Palm Harbor, Florida, who has recently been arrested and faces multiple charges stemming from his actions on that day.
Tarpon Springs Aquarium gives guests hands-on experience
TARPON SPRINGS, Fla. - Since 1990, the Konger family has operated an aquarium and animal sanctuary off of North Pinellas Avenue. "We host a wide variety of fish and shark species as well as a whole bunch of rescued animals," shared Paige Konger-Henry. She is one of the Konger family members who own and operate the business in northern Pinellas County.
Around Town: Largo news briefs
LARGO — The city will host a Pride Splash Party on Friday, June 14, at the Highland Family Aquatic Center in celebration of Pride Month and in support of the LGBTQ+ community and allies. The event will be held from 7-9 p.m. and feature a live DJ, food, games,...
Belleair Bluffs retailer marks 55 years
BELLEAIR BLUFFS — Patchington is marking 55 years of “Celebrating the Resort Lifestyle” with a series of weekly sales through May 6. “As we turn 55, we are celebrating our brand’s history of inspiring women to present their unique inner selves to the outside world with confidence,” company officials said. “In numerology 55 represents independence and exploration, so we have set our sights this year on offering bold, original and often exclusive designs to help women feel beautiful and poised.”
Memorial services to be held in St. Petersburg and Ft. Walton Beach for former FSU QB Outzen
Memorial services for former Florida State quarterback Marcus Outzen will be held in St. Petersburg and in his hometown of Fort Walton Beach. Outzen died Tuesday, April 30th, after recently being diagnosed with HLH (Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis), a rare immune deficiency disorder. ...
Want to boost your mental health? Local shelter suggests getting hands-on with animals
LARGO, Fla. — A Pinellas County animal shelter is launching a new initiative to mark this National Mental Health Awareness Month, and it taps into the power animals have to decrease stress in our lives, and bolster our mental health. SPCA Tampa Bay, based in Largo, believes the unconditional...
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