Miami, FL|News|
2021 Job Outlook: Floridians Should Be ‘Cautiously Optimistic’
With ‘gradually improving labor conditions,’ Florida job hunters should look to health care, hospitality and consumer industries for work.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Florida: Finding Our Way Forward
The coronavirus shutdown brought civic life and commerce to a standstill for months. These stories of revival show how communities, businesses, schools and essential institutions in Florida are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
COVID-19 Vaccines Received In Polk County For Seniors
The Polk County Health Department has received vaccines for seniors. Officials are putting a plan together for distribution.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
$2.5 Million For Polk Residents Behind On Rent Due To COVID-19
Polk County residents who were financially impacted by COVID-19 and behind on rent and mortgage can apply for funds to get caught up.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
How To Have A Very Merry And Safe Christmas In Florida
For a safe holiday celebration Floridians should follow coronavirus precautions this Christmas provided by the Centers for Disease Control.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Find Last-Minute Local Gifts Wednesday At Coquina Beach Market
With more than 100 vendors, Wednesday’s Beach Market is "one last chance to shop local" this holiday season, said founder Nancy Ambrose.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL|News|
COVID-19 Testing Sites' Holiday Schedule In Hillsborough: County
Hillsborough County coronavirus testing sites' operating hours will be impacted by the holidays. Here is the holiday schedule.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Across Florida|News|
300,000 Dead: Remembering Floridians We Lost To Coronavirus
Here at Patch, we know your friends, families and loved ones are more than numbers. We want to help you share the stories of FL lives lost.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Teen Sisters' Efforts To Feed Hungry Attracts NFL Star
The Belleair Police Department and the Mike Alstott Family Foundation donated money to supply Christmas dinners to Feeding the Fosters Inc.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Free COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Testing In Sun City Center
Hillsborough residents can take advantage of free COVID-19 testing at a local hospital in Sun City Center Friday.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Polk School Sports Suspended Due To Growing Coronavirus Concerns
The Polk Public Schools athletic programs are temporarily suspended due to more than 50 students recently testing positive for coronavirus.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Florida’s Santas, Mrs. Clauses Adapt In The Era Of Coronavirus
Many people are celebrating the holidays differently this year during the COVID-19 pandemic, including Florida’s Santas and Mrs. Clauses.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Santa Delivers $20,000 To Local Area Nonprofits For COVID Help
Two Lakeland nonprofits received $10,000 from AT&T for assistance during the coronavirus pandemic.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Soon-To-Open Midtown Tampa Rooftop Bar Sal Y Mar Now Hiring
Sal Y Mar, the new rooftop bar in the dual-branded Aloft and Element Hotel, will open in Midtown Tampa in January.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
'A Festival Under One Roof': Coastal Flow Features 35 Artists
Coastal Flow on Siesta Key offers a range of artwork and decorative items with a beachy, coastal theme.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
After Studio Shuts Down In NYC, FL Business Owner Tries Again
After the coronavirus pandemic closed a woman's New York City business, she ventured to St. Petersburg and opened a Pilates studio.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Sculpture Celebrates Reading In Historically Black Neighborhood
"Rarely are mundane images of Black kids living their lives part of the social landscape:" artist McArthur Freeman.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Fundraiser Organized To Help Couple Replace Stolen Food Truck
Dora Botero and Mirco Falcone saved for eight years to purchase a food truck to launch their wood-fired artisan pizza business, Pizzeataly.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
New Quarantine Guidance For Students In Polk County
The Polk County Public Schools District has updated quarantine standards for students who have been exposed to positive coronavirus cases.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|Press Release|
As Families Face Evictions, AT&T Donates To Bay Area Legal
As the community braces for a wave of evictions, new partnerships offer relief.
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa's Hotel Haya Nominated For USA Today's 10 Best New Hotels
Less than two months after opening, Ybor City’s newest boutique hotel, Hotel Haya, is a contender for USA Today's 10 Best Readers Choice.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
It Snowed In Miami Wednesday For a 4-Year-Old Cancer Survivor
Make-A-Wish made it snow for 4-year-old Arya Costa of Miami, who’s in remission from cancer. She’ll get to see real snow after the pandemic.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL|News|
New Drive-Thru Coronavirus Testing Site Will Open In Riverview
As positive coronavirus cases surpassed one million in the state of Florida, county officials saw increased demand for testing.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
JoToro Kitchen Offers Twist On Tacos, Burritos, Enchiladas
Cooked up by Michelin star-winning Chef Joe Isidori, JoToro Kitchen + Tequila Bar is getting an enthusiastic thumbs up.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
Free Coffee For Front-Line Workers At Starbucks In Miami
Starbucks will offer free coffee for all front-line workers through the end of 2020.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
‘Drive ‘N Drag Saves Christmas’ Tour Kicks Off Tuesday
“RuPaul’s Drag Race” favorites star in this drive-in Christmas show touring Florida and Texas.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Doves of Love Honors Those Lost To HIV/AIDS, Coronavirus
An interactive community art exhibit at Selby Public Library reflects on the lives lost during two pandemics — HIV/AIDS and COVID-19.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
South St. Pete Marketplace Ends Food Desert With Convenience
South St. Pete residents won't have to go far to get fresh produce at the South St. Pete Marketplace located at the Manhattan Casino.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Boys & Girls Clubs’ Christmas Tree Lot Might Run Out Of Trees
For 66 years, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County has sold Christmas trees each season. This year, the nonprofit has seen record sales.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Burns Court, Lakewood Ranch Cinemas To Close Indefinitely
The Sarasota Film Society will temporarily close the two indie movie theaters it operates starting Wednesday.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
Cambria Hotels Hosts Ribbon-Cutting For Madeira Beach Property
Cambria Hotels is celebrating the grand opening of its third property in Florida: the Cambria Hotel St. Petersburg -Madeira Beach.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Lutz, FL|News|
Container Park Taking Shape At Grove Of Wesley Chapel
Seventeen containers, which will be home to nine businesses, make up what will be one of the largest container parks in the world.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Businesses Help Shed Light On Invictus Academy
City Electric Supply New Port Richey facilitated a life-changing donation Thanksgiving week for Invictus Academy Tampa Bay.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Shop Gandy! Encourages Holiday Shopping Along Gandy Boulevard
In addition to being impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, businesses along Gandy Boulevard have endured Selmon Expressway construction.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Company Helps Small Businesses Attract Customers, Sales
In support of Small Business Saturday, ThumbStopper will donate its social advertising expertise to a select group of retailers.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
The Children’s Garden Hosts Green Sale On Black Friday
Memberships, daily admission, plants and other gift shop items on sale at the Children’s Garden and Art Center on Friday.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Gobble, Gobble Small Business 3-Day Event In St. Pete
Support small businesses in the Grand Central District, Edge District, Skyway Marina and The Deuces Live during the Gobble, Gobble event.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Muchachas Mexican-Inspired Cuisine To Join Heights Public Market
Muchachas is the second concept within Armature Works from entrepreneur Stephanie Swanz of Empamamas.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Nominate Favorite Florida Business As Best Of The Year
Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as a Florida Business of the Year.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Most FL Thanksgiving Plans Don’t Include Travel: Patch Survey
Are families gathering for Thanksgiving, traveling to see relatives or staying home? Here's what Florida Patch readers had to say.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Local Holiday Shoppe Crawl Supports Small Businesses
Nine Manatee County retailers are working together to attract shoppers with a week-long crawl this holiday season.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
