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Rachel Jolley is a USF grad, daughter of a retired fire official and St. Pete native to boot. She is currently the local editor for Tarpon Springs Patch and East Lake Patch.

Previously, Jolley was a freelance contributor for the St. Pete Patch from December 2010 until August of 2012.

Jolley lists soccer as her first love and even played Division 1 ball on an athletic scholarship. In her down time, she enjoys outdoor activities, sports and spending time with family.

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Multiple Businesses Close, But Is It A Bad Thing?

Within the last few months, a handful of popular Tarpon Springs establishments have closed their doors, but new owners in the area are staying positive.

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Severe Thunderstorms Possible As Week Winds Down

The Tarpon Springs area could be in for more heavy afternoon storms this week similar to the July 30 formation that gave birth to a waterspout near Old Tampa Bay.

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Local Bird Sanctuary Aims To Protect Vulnerable Shorebirds

"We have gotten past the most critical part of the season for the colony, but still have many vulnerable chicks on the ground," Dan Larremore, environmental specialist at Honeymoon Island State Park, says.

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