IFA Redfish Tour Presented by Cabela’s Heads to Ruskin, Florida

So who's up for doing a little redfish fishing next month? The Inshore Fishing Association's Florida West Division will be holding its 2nd redfish fishing tournament of the 2012 season in Ruskin, Florida on May 5th, 2012. Here's some of what you need to know:
http://sports.yahoo.com/news/ifa-redfish-tour-presented-cabela-heads-ruskin-florida-134000084--spt.html

Published: Tue, 24 Apr 2012 06:40:00 -0700

NOAA Ruskin office adding 3 to meet Bay emergencies

Port, hurricane risks are reasons for pilot program
http://www2.tbo.com/news/breaking-news/2012/may/01/memeto2-noaa-ruskin-office-adding-3-to-meet-bay-em-ar-398435/

Published: Mon, 30 Apr 2012 21:00:00 -0700

Tornado Warning for northern Manatee County

The national weather service in Ruskin has issued a tornado warning for northern Manatee County in Florida until 9 p.m.
http://www.wtsp.com/rss/article/255543/8/Tornado-Warning-for-northern-Manatee-County

Published: Wed, 16 May 2012 17:54:58 -0700

Florida Gov. Scott signs bill to allow sponsorship signs in state parks

Gov. Scott signs bills allowing advertising on Florida trails.
http://www.bradenton.com/2012/05/08/4029913/florida-gov-scott-signs-bill-to.html

Published: Mon, 07 May 2012 16:38:43 -0700

One dead after crash on I-75 in Ruskin

One woman is dead after she crashed a Kia Amanti into a flatbed truck sitting on the shoulder of  I-75 near Ruskin.
http://www.abcactionnews.com/dpp/news/region_south_hillsborough/ruskin/one-dead-after-crash-on-i-75-in-ruskin

Published: Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:06:33 -0700

Non-profit Builder Expands Housing Development for 158 Homes

Florida Home Partnership Signs Site Construction Contractor for Development of Bayou Pass Village Phase IV.Ruskin, FL (PRWEB) April 24, 2012 Florida Home Partnership (FHP) signed the construction contract for site development to build its fourth of five phases of the Bayou Pass Village community in Ruskin. Bayou Pass Village Phases IV and V are located on 14th Avenue SE between 6th and 12th ...
http://news.yahoo.com/non-profit-builder-expands-housing-development-158-homes-070118043.html

Published: Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:27:31 -0700

Woman killed in I-75 crash near Ruskin

RUSKIN — A woman was killed Monday afternoon when the car she was driving on Interstate 75 slammed into the back of a flatbed truck parked on the shoulder of the highway, authorities said.
http://www.tampabay.com/news/publicsafety/accidents/woman-killed-in-i-75-crash-near-ruskin/1227724

Published: Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:03:14 -0700

Kids, parents benefit from family center offerings

Based inside a former Dollar Store, the lessons taught at this northwestern Tampa community center are priceless.
http://www2.tbo.com/news/community-news/2012/may/23/nwopeno1-kids-parents-benefit-from-family-center-o-ar-405365/

Published: Tue, 22 May 2012 21:00:00 -0700

Bassmaster College Series Heads to Wagoner, Oklahoma, May 10, 2012

Ambitious anglers are undoubtedly getting their gear in order this week as the Bassmaster College Series prepares to descend upon Wagoner, Oklahoma, for the Central Super Regional. It is scheduled to take place May 10 through May 12, 2012. The anglers will be competing for fishing fame and a spot at the Bassmaster Classic. Here are a few more details:
http://sports.yahoo.com/news/bassmaster-college-series-heads-wagoner-oklahoma-may-10-161700541--spt.html

Published: Thu, 03 May 2012 09:17:00 -0700

Water use may be limited in Tampa area due to drought

Southwest Florida Water Management District is considering cutting watering days from two days a week to one.
http://www2.tbo.com/news/news/2012/apr/25/15/memeto1-water-use-might-be-limited-ar-396281/

Published: Tue, 24 Apr 2012 21:00:00 -0700