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Around town: Largo news briefs

The Scoop: Wed. Aug. 12, 2026, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

ICE to have GLOVEs, NOAA says July hottest month ever, and Metropolitan Ministries helping Back to School efforts.

MMA legend Cris Cyborg is having her final, historic fight in Tampa

There’s a moment in sports when you realize you’re watching something that’ll never happen again, and you’d better pay attention because you’ll be telling your grandkids about it. One of […]

Tampa Bay Lightning single game tickets on sale Friday

Single game tickets for the Tampa Bay Lightning’s 2026-2027 season will officially be available Friday. Fans can purchase them at this link. The regular season will begin in October.

Here’s when the next solar eclipse will be visible from Florida

Millions will witness a total solar eclipse Wednesday. But Floridians will miss out on seeing the celestial event until 2045.

When the Body Keeps the Score… in Real Time with guest Dr Lyons

Healing isn't just about what happened to us—it's about learning how to reconnect with ourselves, our bodies, and each other. This episode invites you to explore that journey. Connect with Dr. Lyons ?Website www.DrVarleisha.com? Books ?www.DrVarleisha.com

Around town: Beaches news briefs

‘We don’t answer to this nonsense’: Florida pediatricians pushback on Trump’s new childhood vaccine orders

Pediatricians in Florida are pushing back on President Donald Trump’s executive order calling for changes to the childhood vaccination schedule. And the state’s leading pediatric medical association, the Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, said they’re not on…

Saharan dust arrives in Florida, suppressing thunderstorms and scorching temperatures

The hottest day will be Wednesday. Temperatures will climb into the upper 90s. Saharan dust will help suppress thunderstorm activity.

West Pasco’s ‘Flower of the Sea’

The Tampa Bay Fishin’ Report