Steamy Days, Scorpions Cancel, Box Car Rally

Patch operates 24 daily news sites in Florida. The following are some of the top stories from the past day:

Steamy Temperatures Kick Off Tampa Bay’s Workweek

Tampa Bay residents eager for a taste of fall will have to wait a little longer. According to the National Weather Service, the workweek will begin with some rather steamy temperatures.

Scorpions Cancel Tampa Tour Stop

A bad case of laryngitis has forced the Scorpions to cancel the remaining dates on their North American Crazy World Tour, including the planned Oct. 15 stop at Tampa’s Amalie Arena.

Sarasota Drug Crackdown Nets 11 Arrests

An undercover operation by the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office meant to to crack down on illegal drug sales has resulted in 11 arrests. Deputies say one person has eluded capture.

Tropical Storm Ophelia Forms

Forecasters at the National Hurricane Center can’t seem to get a break. Just as the system that once was Hurricane Nate began to fizzle out near Pennsylvania and New York on Monday, Tropical Storm Ophelia officially formed in the Atlantic Ocean.

Sarasota Estate Takes Florida Style To A New Level

House hunters looking for properties that embrace the laid-back Florida lifestyle without skipping on luxury features may find this estate in Sarasota’s Harbor Acres to their liking. The custom designed estate capitalizes on its coastal location while providing all the features busy families need to feel right at home.

Box Cars Set To Take Over Clearwater Streets

The sounds of engines roaring through the streets will not be heard in Clearwater during one of the city’s most famous races.

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