A Florida pharmaceutical company and its CEO have agreed to pay over $350,000 to the Florida Medicaid program as part of a multistate settlement resolving allegations of a kickback scheme. QOL Medical, LLC, and its CEO, Frederick E. Cooper, were accused of violating the Anti-Kickback…
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Black History Month: A Century Of Recognizing Achievements And Contributions
Black History Month, celebrated annually in February, is a time to honor the significant contributions and achievements of Black Americans throughout U.S. history. The observance has evolved over the years, from its origins as a week-long event to its current month-long recognition. Black History Month…
Read More Black History Month: A Century Of Recognizing Achievements And ContributionsPinellas County Traffic Alert: Expect Overnight Lane, Ramp Closures On I-275 And SR 690
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – Drivers in Pinellas County should be aware of upcoming overnight lane and ramp closures on Interstate 275 and State Road 690 (Gateway Expressway) starting tonight, February 7th. The closures are necessary for ongoing construction and maintenance activities. Westbound SR 690 exit…
Read More Pinellas County Traffic Alert: Expect Overnight Lane, Ramp Closures On I-275 And SR 690February Frenzy: Series Of Winter Storms To Impact Millions Across US
A relentless series of winter storms is set to impact more than 20 states across the United States, bringing heavy snow, ice, and hazardous travel conditions through the remainder of February. AccuWeather meteorologists are warning of widespread disruptions to daily life, including dangerous commutes, school…
Read More February Frenzy: Series Of Winter Storms To Impact Millions Across USWin A Corvette, Support A Cause: Florida Strawberry Festival’s Charity Raffle Returns
PLANT CITY, Fla. – Get ready to rev your engines for a good cause! The Florida Strawberry Festival is bringing back its popular Stingray Chevrolet Charity Raffle, offering a chance to win a 2025 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible 2LT while supporting a worthy local organization.…
Read More Win A Corvette, Support A Cause: Florida Strawberry Festival’s Charity Raffle ReturnsTeen Arrested In Fatal Shooting Of 14-Year-Old In Tampa, Victim Was Riding His Bike
TAMPA, FL – Tampa Police and US Marshals have arrested a 15-year-old in connection with the fatal shooting of a 14-year-old boy that occurred Tuesday evening. The victim, Armando Gilbert, was riding his bicycle with another juvenile on N. Hillsborough Lane near E. Juneau Street…
Read More Teen Arrested In Fatal Shooting Of 14-Year-Old In Tampa, Victim Was Riding His BikeDeputy-Involved Shooting In South Brooksville; Suspect Hospitalized
BROOKSVILLE, FL – The Hernando County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deputy-involved shooting that occurred Wednesday night in South Brooksville. The incident unfolded around 9:20 p.m. near the intersection of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Ellington Avenue. A deputy conducted a traffic stop, during…
Read More Deputy-Involved Shooting In South Brooksville; Suspect HospitalizedPedestrian Critically Injured In Tampa Crash
TAMPA, Fla. – Tampa Police are investigating a serious crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian that occurred this evening on East Busch Boulevard. At approximately 7:50 p.m., officers responded to the 4100 block of E Busch Blvd. Upon arrival, they found an adult female…
Read More Pedestrian Critically Injured In Tampa CrashFatal Crash Closes Lockwood Ridge Road In Sarasota
SARASOTA, FL – A fatal single-vehicle crash has closed a portion of Lockwood Ridge Road in Sarasota County this evening. The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is assisting the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) with the investigation. The crash occurred around 5:45 p.m. on southbound Lockwood Ridge…
Read More Fatal Crash Closes Lockwood Ridge Road In SarasotaAccuWeather US Spring Forecast: Warm South, Lingering Winter In North
The arrival of spring typically brings warmer temperatures and blooming flowers, but AccuWeather’s long-range forecast predicts a mixed bag for the United States this year. While the southern and central regions can expect an early taste of summer, the northern half of the country may…
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