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News, Holiday Guide

Fun Facts: The Holiday Season

Here are some holiday fun facts from our pals at the U.S. Census Bureau.

Elections

Poll: How Do You Define Middle Income In Bloomingdale and Riverview?

Both presidential candidates' definitions of "middle income" differ from the U.S. Census. Gov. Mitt Romney says it's $200,000 to $250,00 and less, while President Barack Obama says it's up to $250,000. How do you define it?

Local Connections

Lithia Woman Whose Son Was Killed on 9/11 Attends Unveiling of Memorial

Marge Stajk of Lithia, lost her son, Gregory Stajk, 46, who was with Ladder 13 in Manhattan and died while trying to save people in the North Tower.

Elections

Presidential Poll: Which Wife's Speech Do You Like?

Michelle Obama and Ann Romney both delivered powerful speeches about their husbands during the Democratic and Republican National Conventions. Did either woman's speech sway your vote?

Elections

RNC Bus Snags: Florida GOP Hires Own Transportation

Fed up with problems from RNC-provided buses, the Republican Party of Florida hired a charter bus company to transport its delegates.

Government, Public Safety

Gov. Scott Urges RNC Delegates to Stay Safe

Tropical Storm Isaac was on Florida Gov. Rick Scott's mind when he addressed a crowd at Palm Harbor's Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club Monday.

News

Got a Storm-Related Cancellation?

Let us know about it and we'll spread the word!

Public Safety

Study: Driving Dangers Rise on 4th of July

Thirty-nine percent more red-light violations occur during the Fourth of July travel period in Florida.

News

Fun Facts: 4th of July

Here are some fun facts about Independence Day from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Public Safety

Warm Weather Brings Out Alligators

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding Floridians and visitors to be cautious when in and around the water because of increased alligator activity.

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