Good morning from the Tampa Bay 28 News team.
Today is Thursday, and it's opening day for USF's football team. The game tonight against Boise State is one of three straight games versus ranked opponents to open the season, but Head Coach Alex Golesh said that his team isn't looking past what's directly in front of them. Kickoff will be at 5:30 p.m. at Raymond James Stadium, and with the Bucs finalizing their 53-man roster yesterday, Tampa sports fans will have no shortage of action to keep them busy this fall.
News to Know
- Watchdog group says bust of ministry that had facility in Tampa was a long time coming: A nonprofit that investigates religious fraud says it warned federal authorities years ago about the self-professed religious leaders.
- Lakeland couple arrested, charged with committing string of armed robberies: If convicted, both individuals face up to 20 years in federal prison on each charge.
WFTS - St. Petersburg’s only water treatment plant set for major upgrades: The city is moving forward with a multi-million-dollar overhaul of its only drinking water facility, aiming to modernize the nearly century-old treatment plant and safeguard service for more than 300,000 residents.
- TSA's summer of new tech put to test for Labor Day weekend: It all started in July by lifting the requirement that travelers remove their shoes at security checkpoints.
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Today's Weather Outlook
Meteorologist Greg Dee says the high humidity is back today. Highs return to the low 90s, accompanied by a heat index in the low 100s during the afternoon. With an on-shore flow, expect a few pop-ups closer to the coast early in the afternoon, with those storms shifting east during the afternoon and evening.
Watch the One Minute Weather Forecast with Meteorologist Greg Dee:
Here are the current traffic conditions across Tampa Bay
Susan Solves It
Knowing how to safely use generators during hurricanes can prevent deadly carbon monoxide poisoning. Tampa Bay 28 Reporter Susan El Khoury advises placing generators at least 20 feet from your home with exhaust facing outward, keeping them away from openings, and using battery-powered carbon monoxide detectors on every floor.
Daly Discoveries
The Cinnabus rolls through Tampa Bay, serving up sinfully delicious homemade cinnamon buns. The Cinnabus will appear at the "I Like It Hot Festival" in Largo, Sept. 13 and 14.
Things to Do this Thursday, August 28
- Mix rich brown butter cookies, sip spiked milk, and nurture your own sourdough starter to take home.
- When: 6 p.m.
- Where: 1910 North Ola Avenue, Tampa
- Cost: $88
- Kick up your boots for backyard line dancing under the stars at Keel Farms.
- When: 7 p.m.
- Where: 5202 W Thonotosassa Rd, Plant City
- Cost: Free
- Strengthen your core with an energizing Pilates session in the park.
- When: 6 p.m.
- Where: 600 N Ashley Dr, Tampa
- Cost: Free
Looking for more Things to Do? Check out our Things To Do section.
