Adrienne Pedersen
WFLA NEWS
Contact Adrienne
Discover and connect with journalists and influencers around the world, save time on email research, monitor the news, and more.
| Recent: |
|
| Past: |
|
Past articles by Adrienne:
Tampa Fire uses new technology for drill
It’s not often that firefighters can take the time or the resources to simulate a major drill at a high-rise building in the middle of downtown Tampa. → Read More
Special Olympics brings Tampa athlete out of his shell
Thomas Shervington can see the entire field when he plays goalie. He keeps an eye on all his teammates and shouts out to them as soon as he sees a potential attack. He yells things like, “con… → Read More
New app brings alcohol delivery to Tampa
If you're too lazy to leave your house or maybe just too buzzed, Drizly wants to help. The app, already working in twenty markets, just started in Tampa. → Read More
Police investigating after man found dead in Clearwater park
Authorities are investigating after a body was found in the parking lot of Glen Oaks Park, located at 1345 Court Street in Clearwater. → Read More
St. Pete College offers 'drone school'
More than 1 million people will get drones under the Christmas tree, according to the FAA. While you don't need to get a special license to fly as a hobbyist, you do have to follow new regulations.... → Read More
Deputy shoots, kills man in Bradenton parking lot
A man is dead after a Manatee County Sheriff's Deputy shot him in a Winn Dixie parking lot early Thursday. → Read More
Pasco deputies learn new sexting law
Pasco County deputies started their workday training on an issue that's unfortunately become pretty common. According to deputies, they handle several sexting cases a week. → Read More
Grocery delivery service starts in Plant City, Spring Hill
An on-demand grocery delivery service is spreading through the Bay Area. Starting Tuesday morning when Publix stores open, Shipt will be up-and-running in two new markets, Plant City and Spring Hil... → Read More
Lakeland couple visiting Paris at time of attacks is safe
It's not exactly how Chris McLaughlin pictured his engagement weekend. McLaughlin and his now fiancee Brandi Smith traveled to France to see a U2 show, and much to Smith's surprise, get engaged. → Read More
USAA employees get a feel for military basic training
Employees at USAA, a financial services company for military members, participated in a basic training camp bright and early Friday morning to better understand their customers. → Read More
Lecanto High School resumes after student attempts suicide in class
Grief counselors will be at Lecanto High School today as students and teachers make their way back to class. It's the first day back on campus -- Wednesday was a Veteran's Day holiday -- since a st... → Read More
Polk County teachers to rally for higher pay, better working conditions
Fed up teachers want more money and "better working conditions." The President of the Polk Education Association is encouraging teachers and support staff to rally at the School Board meeting Tuesd... → Read More
Tampa auto repair shop helps women learn auto basics
Ashley Butler knows her customers. She's the franchisee of two Ice Cold Discount Auto Repair locations in Tampa. She says women are the ones who make decisions in her stores. → Read More
Construction worker killed in hit-and-run in Tampa
Florida Highway Patrol is investigating after a construction worker was struck and killed early Friday morning by a driver who then fled the scene. → Read More
Witness: Woman was chugging beer when she struck girl in Auburndale
A little girl is fighting for her life after getting hit by a car while riding a bike in Auburndale on Wednesday. → Read More
Driver in double-fatal hit and run bonds out of Pinellas jail
The man accused of hitting and killing two tourists bonded out of jail early Wednesday morning. Clearwater Police say that Charles Winzenread was taken into custody Tuesday afternoon, charged with ... → Read More
Dr. Ben Carson stops in Bay area today
Republican Presidential Candidate, Dr. Ben Carson, will be in the Bay area Tuesday. His first stop is a prayer breakfast in Clearwater. Later in the the afternoon he'll be signing books at the Carr... → Read More
Free apps help Bay area parents keep kids safe on Halloween
8 On Your Side is searching for free apps to help you celebrate a safe Halloween. → Read More
Hillsborough parents of special needs boy covered in bites meet with district officials
8 On Your Side will be there when the parents of a special needs boy, covered in ant bites, will meet with Hillsborough County District officials Friday morning at 9 a.m. Since we first brought you... → Read More
Teal pumpkins help Tampa Bay kids with allergies
The goal is to encourage kids with food allergies to still enjoy trick-or-treating. Participants put a teal pumpkin on the porch and that means they're dishing up non-food items for excited kids. → Read More