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Many of Polk County's 149,566​ registered Democrats, 173,409​ registered Republicans and 127,256​ NPA have already cast their ballots. https://t.co/Ur8skHQvIm

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Both deaths were likely caused by the bacteria Vibrio, which is found in oysters. https://t.co/5VTYAfmDVA

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Looking for something to do in the Tampa Bay area this weekend? Fashion’s Finest Tampa Bay, Tracy Morgan, Tampa Bay Tap Festival. https://t.co/IJHIAfbqLi

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Officials will discuss the investigation into the drug-smuggling operation. That involved at least 13 national and local law agencies. https://t.co/JkjiQrijHZ

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JC La Verde was seriously injured in an alligator attack while swimming in Lake Thonotosassa on Aug. 3. The attack was captured on video. https://t.co/vjNNzidTn4

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In Florida, about 93 percent of kindergarteners in the 2020-21 school year were vaccinated against polio. https://t.co/cuZmCgxeNc

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Under the Florida Constitution, the suspension of an elected official must be reviewed and approved by the Senate. https://t.co/bSEqINguja

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A new Lifetime movie starring Thora Birch details the relationship between Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie and the vlogger's death. https://t.co/BwfIfkVJ1t

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These pets are waiting for their forever homes in Lakeland area shelters. https://t.co/tGSjRnFJ5d

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The Greater St. Petersburg Area Awesome Original Second Time Arounders Marching Band​ enters its 41st season with a new band director. https://t.co/428mdCFY3G

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Former Hillsborough County State Attorney Andrew Warren has filed a lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis, who removed Warren from his job. https://t.co/VouMc2UhsG

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Gov. DeSantis wants to hire retired first-responders and military veterans, who would receive bonuses to become teachers in Florida. https://t.co/6K2OmnlndG

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Dr. Chaundre Cross set sail from Naples on Aug. 10. After several days of searching, the Coast Guard suspended efforts to find him Sunday. https://t.co/fzvM99wodc

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The pass rusher became the first active NFL player to come out as gay last year when he played for the Las Vegas Raiders. https://t.co/5FYgPuHyQE

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A 10-year-old boy was attacked by a shark while his family was snorkeling off the Florida Keys over the weekend. https://t.co/Nk7uNq3nrI

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The Explorida Manatee Swim Tour in Crystal River was voted No. 10, the only U.S.-based experience to make Tripadvisor's top 10 adventures. https://t.co/x2z5PRoVYU

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A robust economy despite the pandemic and a plentiful workforce helped Florida jump six places in Top States for Business in 2022 rankings. https://t.co/ULHZ5mHpBe

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From Aug. 15 to Sept. 15, Curaleaf will collect donations at all of its retail locations, local proceeds going to Feeding Tampa Bay. https://t.co/yjxsMUDbgH

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A Polk County sheriff's deputy remains hospitalized but suffered no severe injuries Sunday night after she was struck by a vehicle. https://t.co/GvW77HCr6A

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Kids in Florida aren't required to get COVID-19 vaccines to attend school. Here are the immunizations that are required. https://t.co/46JBVzzlj1