Prom Without Dancing, Tampa Goes Blue, Naked Cowboy: Nearby News

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

• Gambler Pleads Guilty, Threatened To Kill Rays Players: Report
• 179-Car Drive-In Theater Coming To Warehouse Arts District
• Update Voter Registration For Municipal Elections
• Naked Cowboy Visits Siesta Key Beach After Bike Week Arrest

Soul Food Restaurant To Be Featured On Food Network

After being rescued by Food Network's "Restaurant: Impossible," Mr. B's Southern Cuisine in Tampa held a grand reopening Wednesday.

Manatee Death Rates Surge During First Months Of 2021

More than 400 manatees have died since the start of the year, far outpacing previous years' deaths in less than three months, according to data from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Officials worry the animals are starving in their winter habitat.

No Dancing, Other Rules Set For High Schools’ Proms

Cue the "Footloose" comparisons, because there won't be any dancing allowed at the proms hosted by Sarasota County Schools this year.

NAACP Requests Records On Student Data Shared With Sheriff

The NAACP has filed a public records request seeking information about the Pasco County School District's participation in a program that predicts which students are most likely to engage in criminal activity.

Student Authors Book To Help Children Cope With Disabilities

Marchman Technical College student Chris Angilella, 22, has been trying all his life to find a place in a world that doesn't understand him. Now, he's finding his place through stories he writes and illustrates for other children with disabilities.

Tampa Goes Blue To Honor Fallen Law Enforcement Officers

Tampa will honor fallen Tampa Police Officer Jesse Madsen and other law enforcement officers recently killed in the line of duty by lighting up Raymond James Stadium in blue for the next six days.

Publix Receives Moderna Vaccine; Serves School, Child-Care Staff

Publix has expanded its COVID-19 vaccine access in Florida and on Wednesday began taking appointments for teachers, other school employees, and child-dare workers.

• No Wait For Vaccinations At Federal Site In Tampa
• Vaccines Still Available This Week: Health Department
• County To Begin Vaccinating Residents Age 60 To 65 Monday
• Stimulus Bill Passes Congress: What It Means For FL Residents

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