Dunedin, FL|News|
Wings, Beer and Bagpipes – What a Weekend!
Chicken wings seem to be the order of the day Saturday, followed by beer and some world-class bagpiping. Here are the details.
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
- St. Pete, FL
Linda Hersey launched the very first Florida Patch site: Old Northeast-St. Petersburg Patch, in December 2010.
She has had many roles at Florida Patch as it has grown from a start-up to a go-to hub for information, conversation and news. She currently is a Senior Field Editor, identifying and curating real time news for nine sites in southwest Florida.
Linda is a veteran journalist and senior newsroom manager who made an early transition to New Media – way back in 2006! :)
In addition to City Editor roles in Portland, Maine, and Broward County, Florida, and years as an investigative journalist, Linda authored two primers for working journalists covering Native American issues, including "100 Questions, 500 Nations."
She holds an MBA from the Chapman School of Business, at Florida International University. She also is among the rare breed of English Majors, holding a BA in Eng. Lit. from Boston University.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Speed Eating, Lego Launch and Christmas Without the White Stuff
Clearwater hosts a chicken-wing eating competition. If that's not to your taste, how about a Christmas in July Party?
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Biker Bash to a Community Dog Wash – Something for Everyone This Weekend
Whether you're a dog lover or a Harley lover, there something's for all tastes and skills to do this weekend.
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Soulful Singing, Dog Days Art Show, Low-Cost Vet Clinic
From a bluesy one-woman show to a biker bash, there's plenty to do this weekend.
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
Dunedin, FL|News|
Can You Name the Largest Employee-Owned Company in America?
Florida-based Publix also is the most profitable grocer in America. The company is getting attention for its old-fashioned approach to customer service.
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
Mortgage Investors Laying Off 380 Workers
The layoffs reportedly have started and will continue through Friday at the Central Avenue office.
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Guess the Largest Employee-Owned Company in America
Publix has not sacrificed personalized customer service for profits. It is a strategy that has paid off.
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
Safety Harbor, FL|News|
Should Fireworks Be Cut to Save Money? Readers Sound Off
A proposal to eliminate the July Fourth fireworks to help close a budget gap has produced some fireworks in the community.
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
Horse & Jockey Galloping Toward Grand Re-Opening After Fire
Horse & Jockey's loyal customers are excited about the grand re-opening of the South Pasadena restaurant and pub.
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
Gulfport, FL|News|
Horse & Jockey Galloping Toward Grand Re-Opening After Fire
Horse & Jockey's loyal customers are excited about the grand re-opening of the South Pasadena restaurant and pub.
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
Local Boy Scouts Lose Church Support
A national vote by the Boy Scouts to accept gay youth prompted the church's decision to end its sponsorship.
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Water Off! Anna Maria Island Homes Put on Notice
The utilities department needs to shut off the water to do some repair and maintenance work. Here is the schedule.
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Most Wanted Sexual Offenders: Authorities Need Your Help!
Here is a most wanted list of sexual offenders who have failed to tell authorities their whereabouts as required by law.
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Top Dogs Retiring From Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
A pair of K9s known for their abilities to track and apprehend the 'bad guy' are retiring from the Sarasota County Sheriff's Department.
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
St. Pete|News|
Robber Working 'Security' and Lobsters in 'Mini's – Only in Florida!
If you savor tender Florida lobster tails, want to save a few cents on gas and can't get enough of weird Florida crimes, read on!
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
Largo, FL|News|
Lobsters in 'Mini's, Doggy Dining, and the Pitter-Patter of Kids Returning to School
Why not get a cool job at Legoland, send the kids back to school and celebrate by taking your real best friend out to dinner? Here are details.
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Lobsters in 'Mini's, Lactating Moms and Doggy Dining in Clearwater
If you savor Florida lobster, want to support breastfeeding, or are looking for dining spots to take your dog, read on for details.
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
Safety Harbor, FL|News|
Lobsters in 'Mini's, Lactating Moms and Doggy Dining
If you savor Florida lobster, want to support breastfeeding, or are looking for dining spots to take your dog, read on for details.
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
Dunedin, FL|News|
Lobsters in 'Mini's, Lactating Moms and Doggy Dining
If you savor Florida lobster, want to support breastfeeding, or are looking for dining spots to take your dog, read on for details.
Linda Hersey, Patch Staff
