Sports & Recreation

Tap into your bad girl side and join Deadly Rivals

Submitted by Derrick Kearney on Sunday, April 7th, 3:05 pm

Pinellas Park, Florida-- Tap into your bad girl side and have some fun with new friends.

Deadly Rival Roller Derby is currently holding New Skater Recruitment.

Find out if you have what it takes to be a derby girl during the weekly open calls.

Beginners are welcomed as all participants will be trained.

Skaters and Refs are needed for the coming season.

All skaters must be 18 years of age or older.

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Alert today, alive tomorrow campaign

Submitted by Gillian Finklea, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Thursday, April 4th, 2013, 11:55am

Pinellas County, Florida -- Today, in Pinellas County, the Florida Department of Transportation is kicking off a safety and education campaign to increase public awareness regarding pedestrian safety.

FDOT is teaming up with the Tampa Bay Rays and will be present at the game today to hand out free safety materials to fans.

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Pinellas County preserve has new April programs

Submitted by Gillian Finklea, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013, 2:16pm

Pinellas County preserve has new April programs

Pinellas County, Florida -- Many hiking opportunities are available at Weedon Island Preserve in April.

Regular two-hour guided hikes begin at 9 a.m. each Saturday. Participants learn about the ecosystems and early residents of Weedon Island Preserve while hiking the coastal uplands and along boardwalks through mangrove forests. The hikes are best for ages 6 and older.

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Free hike in Fort De Soto Park

Submitted by Gillian Finklea, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Friday, March 15th, 2013, 2:50pm

Pinellas Beach, Florida -- Nature lovers can enjoy guided hikes in Fort De Soto Park.

Saturday, March 16 people have the chance to go on a free one-hour hike along the campground trail at Fort De Soto Park.

Hikers will absorb the history, natural beauty, and complexity of the ecology.

It will begin at 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and leave from Fort De Soto Park, 3500 Pinellas Bayway South.

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Sign up now for 2nd annual Pedaling for Pink event

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

Thursday, February 28th, 2013, 2:17pm

Pinellas County, Florida -- Time is running out to sign up for Viva Las Chicas 2nd annual bike ride Pedaling for Pink on March 2 to help raise money to help Tampa Bay families affected by a cancer diagnosis.

The one-day ride through Pinellas County will include a 5-mile, 32-mile, and a 64-mile route.

The bicycling event is designed for families and diehard riders alike, with something for everyone. It is a day to celebrate life with loved ones, friends, and hopefully, new acquaintances!

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Gulf Beaches Rotary Golf & Tennis Challenge

Submitted by Sabrina Feher, Associate Producer

Friday, February 22nd, 2013, 10:08pm

Treasure Island - The three-day Gulf Beaches Rotary Golf & Tennis Challenge event started with Glow Golf Scramble on Thursday.

Players paid $25, or $40 for a twosome to play some golf and raise funds for the City of Treasure Island's children's programs and the Gulf Beaches Rotary Foundation.

The second day of the challenge featured the St. Petersburg College Women's Tennis Team, a silent auction preview, a draw party and a reception with a catered dinner- all at Treasure Bay Golf and Tennis, 10315 Paradise Boulevard.

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