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Alyssa Hobday gets the out at first base. Mitchell defeated Sickles by a score of 2- 1 Photo by Rolly Cabrera. More game photos at www.eagleeye-photography.com.
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  • Lutz man, 23, arrested for shoplifting, resisting a merchant at Village Lakes store
  • Deputies searching for vehicle burglar at Lifestyles Family Fitness
  • 2 Carrollwood neighbors arrested for assault, battery in unrelated cases
  • Carrollwood man, 26, arrested for battery, witness tampering
  • Northdale woman, 33, arrested on fraud warrant
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  • Injured NPR boaters rescued after their circling boat smashes channel marker
  • Baby Kee bonding with female manatee at Lowry Park Zoo after river rescue
  • Calypso Divers in North Tampa announces their new indoor aquatics center


    • Lou Hartung of South Pasco Bassmasters
    Tournament winner Lou Hartung from the South Pasco Bassmasters with two nice bass caught on the Lake Harris Chain.

  • Fishing bite recovers after a week of wind in Tampa Bay

    • Matt & Erik display Redfish
    Matt Smaby and Erik Heltne with a couple of nice Redfish they caught while fishing with Capt. Ric Liles and Reel Simple Fishing Adventures.

  • 150 lb. Tarpon breaks off near oncoming ship after 3+ hour battle

  • Carrollwood rescue gang defends moving trapped turtles in dry pond
  • A ‘how to’ guide to stay safe while gators are on the move
  • Most of Pasco and Hillsborough counties are under stringent water restrictions
  • Where you can clean up April 18 in Hillsborough
    • New to Nature
    We have added a special topic on our Nature page just for News in Agriculture. We know that as much as everyone talks about us being a ‘destination station’ farming and all things agriculture are just as important. Check it out HERE.
    Me & My Ride
    Jack’s ’57 Chevy
  • Lutz residents invited to discuss speeding at Rawlings Circle Wednesday
  • Ohio biker without helmet dies in I-275 accident, passenger critical
  • The Real Ghostbusters come to the American Victory May 2
  • American Victory Ship needs volunteers, docents
  • Companies looking to hire veterans at RecruitMilitary Job Fair April 23
  • MAIL CALL: You have truly lifted the spirits of the 101st Airborne Division!
  • MAIL CALL: Soldier studying fire science asks for local fire rescue patches
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    EXPERIENCED MECHANIC’S assistant needed. Own tools required. Apply at Alan’s Automotive (813) 996-5244.

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    F/T GOLF COURSE Asst/Spray Tech & Maint. Adv. Opp. Golfing privileges. Benefits + 401k. Start Now. The Groves Golf Course. Call James (813) 927-1735 EOE/M/F, D/V, DFWP

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    Florida Press bestows 5 awards on the staff at The Laker/Community News for article, photos, special football section.
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    A ‘how to’ guide to stay safe while gators are on the move
    Alligators may be on the move, looking for love and water this month - so be aware and mind your pets.
    Horse rescue needs $5,300 in 3 weeks to keep stables open in Carrollwood
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    Fame and fun is name of the game for Outback Steakhouse Pro-Am
    The Outback Steakhouse Pro-Am comes to the area April 13 through 19 bringing a veritable who’s who list from Hollywood, sprinkled with some of the top players on the Champions Tour and current and former Tampa Bay Buccaneers players.
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    Susanne & Cindy energized at Lutz Relay
    Team Schwarzkopf Elementary’s Susanne Shrewsbury, of Lutz, (left) and Cindy Bender, of Northdale, party as the night goes on Friday, April 24, during the Lutz Relay For Life at Train Depot Park. Check out more photos and buy prints HERE. Staff photo by Keith Carson.


    Sam Kay of Lutz aims for gold
    Sam Kay, 13, of Lutz, goes for the pot of gold to cure cancer during a beanbag toss Friday, April 24, during the Lutz Relay For Life at Train Depot Park. Check out more photos and buy prints HERE. Staff photo by Keith Carson.



    Jakob, Braden, and Michelle at Lutz Relay
    Jakob Zayas, 6, and Braden Coxon, 9, both of Lutz, take a break from Relay activities Friday, April 24, during the Lutz Relay For Life at Train Depot Park. (right) Lutz Elementary teacher Michelle Logan, of Wesley Chapel, completes a leg of the tunnel relay Friday, April 24, during the Lutz Relay For Life at Train Depot Park. Check out more photos and buy prints HERE. Staff photo by Keith Carson.


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  • Genealogy Worlds Connect @ Your Hillsborough Library
  • Guardian ad Litem needs your help to help kids in court
  • Earth Day will be celebrated at St. Paul Lutheran April 25
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  • Temple Terrace Garden Club Spring Market April 18
  • Friends of New Tampa Library host Chocolate Extravaganza April 26
  • Sign up now for booth at Taste of New Tampa, Expo April 19
  • Join 2nd Crawfish Boil April 23 aboard the American Victory
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  • Paint the Town gives Hot Rods BBQ fresh look April 18
  • Fitness franchise Stroller Strides to donate funds to local March for Babies
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  • UT names Dennis Nostrand as VP for enrollment
  • Florida College Investment Plan ranked #1 by Savingforcollege.com
  • Odessa’s Erin Brennan receives Academic Honors at Saint Mary's College
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  • Addressing the shadow uninsured: college student access to health care
  • Parkinson’s Support Group to meet April 15 in Tampa
  • Florida Bloodmobile Drives: when and where in April
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  • Safety warning regarding the Stimulus Benefit for Seniors
  • Floridians warned about stimulus money scams
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  • Kiddie Academy of Carrollwood urges parents to turn-off TVs This Week
  • Magnet, School Choice, Career & Technical Education information meetings planned
  • Bill could keep you from information about principals, teachers, school board members
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    Tyler Heinrichs makes USA BMX Team
    Tyler Heinrichs of Lutz has made the USA BMX Team. He qualified for the team by winning two races in a March competition in Texas. The 13-year-old is ranked 12th in the world and will race in the BMX World Championships in Australia in July. Special to The News.

    BRING IT ON

    Soccer star Stacy kickin’ in Boston

  • CABA Annual Golf Classic is April 20 at Westchase
  • Heritage Harbor hosts Carrollwood Elementary PTA Golf Tournament April 25
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  • 3 Interact members are honored by Rotary Club of Land O’ Lakes
  • Tyler Heinrichs of Tampa Bay qualifies to be named to USA BMX Team
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  • Berean Academy of Lutz to host local Bible Bee with $260,000+ in prizes
  • Celebrating Earth Day at Spirit of Life Unitarian Universalists April 19
  • Weinberg Village Assisted Living residents have much to celebrate this Passover
  • How you can help Metropolitan Ministries help thousands in need
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  • Relay For Life Team Eager Beavers hosts golf tournament at Pebble Creek April 17
    • We want to hear from you. Tell us about your Relay For Life events - the planning meetings, the fund-raisers, the call-for-actions. E-mail The News/Community News at news@cnewspubs.com.
  • Youth group performs Return to Forbidden Planet to help Moffitt
  • Carrollwood Cultural Center present Oklahoma! May 1-3
  • WUSF Public Broadcasting honored by AP for broadcast journalism
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  • Thousands see real Body Worlds close-up at museum blockbuster
  • Teens 13-16 invited to join animal care, conservation program at zoo
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  • Linda Knight, 40, of Lutz; daughter of The News, The Laker carriers
  • Mary Moore Baur, 95, Tampa; retired teacher, USF grad
  • Helen Doty, 83, Tampa; grandmother, volunteer at Most Holy Redeemer
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