Free testing for Hepatitis A, B, and C on May 18

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood

Wednesday, May 16th, 2012, 12:07pm

Free testing for Hepatitis A, B, and C on May 18

Pinellas County, Florida -- In honor of World Hepatitis Awareness Day on May 18, the Pinellas County Health Department is offering free testing for Hepatitis A, B, and C at all of its health centers.

"Hepatitis" means an inflammation of the liver. Viral hepatitis is leading cause of liver cancer and the most common reason for liver transplantation.

Vaccines for Hepatitis A and B are available through the county health department's STD clinics. There is no vaccine for Hepatitis C.

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Over 70K meals collected in Pinellas for Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood

Tuesday, May 15th, 2012, 3:46pm

Pinellas County, Florida -- On Saturday, May 12, the US Postal Service held its 20th Annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.

In Pinellas, Religious Community Services, Inc. (RCS) celebrated its 20th year participating in the event as one of the food bank beneficiaries with hundreds of...

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Cheapest gas in Seminole

Submitted by Keith Jones, 10 News Morning Anchor

Monday, May 14th, 2012, 11:21am

Seminole, Florida - How does $3 for a gallon of gas sound? Right now, when the national average is riding at $3.73 it sounds pretty good. Nevertheless, for most folks, $3 a gallon still pinches the wallet. The good news is, some analysts believe we could see pump prices selling for $3.

With demand for oil still falling, there appears to be a glut of oil available. Going back to Econ 101, it's the case of supply and demand at work here. A weakened demand of oil pushes the retail price lower.

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Nominate your favorite teacher in Pollo Tropical campaign

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood

Sunday, May 13th, 2012, 10:47am

Nominate your favorite teacher in Pollo Tropical campaign

Pollo Tropical is honoring teachers throughout May by giving 15 teachers from 15 counties free Pollo Tropical for a year through its Teacher of the Year campaign.

The winning teachers from each county are the ones with the most nominations from students and parents in their respective county.

For those who nominate a teacher, you will get a free small Pollo Tropical Tropichop with any drink purchase.

All public, private or charter school teachers in Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco counties are eligible to be entered.

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Calling all pets for Humane Society's 2013 Calendar Contest

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood

Sunday, May 13th, 2012, 10:33am

Calling all pets for Humane Society's 2013 Calendar Contest

Clearwater, Florida -- The Humane Society of Pinellas is looking for contestants for their 2013 Celebration of Companionship Calendar.

Owners can enter the contest for $10 and your pet’s photo is guaranteed to appear in the calendar. Vote for your favorites for just $1 per vote!

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PSTA offers Summer Youth Haul Pass

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood

Saturday, May 12th, 2012, 10:55am

Pinellas County, Florida -- This summer, while kids are out of school PSTA is offering a deal to help families save money with the Summer Youth Haul Pass!

Starting May 15 through Aug. 31, PSTA will offer the pass for unlimited rides to anyone under the age of 18 for $35. Also included are rides on the Clearwater Jolley Trolley. Excluded rides on PSTA are Routes 100X and 300X to Tampa.

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Annual Lakes and Ponds Education Day at Weedon Island Preserve

Submitted by Mary Burrell, Operations Manager, Pinellas County Communications

Saturday, May 12th, 2012, 10:21am

Annual Lakes and Ponds Education Day at Weedon Island Preserve

A free Lakes and Ponds Education Day program is being offered for everyone interested in the health and management of the county’s inland water resources at Weedon Island Preserve on Saturday, May 19, from 9 a.m. to noon, 1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg.

Space is limited to the first 80 registrants and the deadline is May 15.

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