Boating Deaths Up, July 4 Fireworks, Animal Stories: Nearby News

Here are some of the share-worthy stories from Florida Patches to talk about tonight:

• Art News: Film On Sarasota Chef, St. Pete’s Movies In The Park
• Red, White & Kaboom Fireworks Planned For Independence Day
• Boating Deaths Increase, More FL Crashes Reported In 2020
• Video Shows Rescue Of Man Sinking On Jet Ski In Alafia River

Cruise Line Threatens To Skip FL Ports Over Vaccine Passport Ban

The Miami-based Norwegian Cruise Line is threatening to skip over Florida ports because of Gov. Ron DeSantis' executive order banning businesses from requiring vaccine passports or other documentation that an individual has received the COVID-19 vaccine, reports said.

100 Images Of Nude Children Found On Man's Computer: Police

A 60-year-old Tampa man is facing 100 counts of possession of child pornography after Tampa police seized his computer and other electronic devices.

FL Animal Tales: Retired Elephants, Baby Lemurs, Illegal Iguanas

Some of Florida Patch's best animal and pet stories from recent weeks include a black bear lounging in a pool at a house; a dog that had been rescued in the Everglades went missing after its transport van crashed; the sale of invasive reptiles has been banned; and four newborn lemurs, including a set of triplets, were born to two mothers at a reserve.

Mom Puts Infant, Herself In Front Of Running Semi-Truck: Sheriff

A Lakeland woman is accused of sitting in front of a moving company's truck holding her infant after they refused to accept her form of payment Wednesday, the Polk County Sheriff's Office said.

Vaccine Clinics Planned At Airport For Travelers, Employees

Pfizer vaccines will be available at Miami International Airport to airport employees, their family and friends, and travelers who live or work in Florida, Monday through Thursday, as well as June 1-4 and 7.

• Tampa Encourages Gen Z To Think Vaccination Before Vacation

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Also Worth a Look Today

• Rock Industry Professionals To Open New Entertainment Venue
• Child Dies In Fire Trying To Save Dogs: Police
• Sand Surf Co. Open, Cru Cellars Opens May 10 At Marina Landings
• Woman Accused Of Drunk Driving Following Fatal Pedestrian Crash
• Pedestrian Killed Crossing U.S. 41 Wednesday: Sheriff
• Players Centre Moves Into Siesta Key Mall Temporarily
• New Port Richey Man Dies When Motorcycle Crashes On Rowan Road
• Palladium Live Shows Return With COVID-19 Safety Measures
• 26 Hillsborough Schools Shown Appreciation By Sylvan Learning

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• Bolingbrook Girl, 15, Dies 2 Days After COVID-19 Diagnosis