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Ala. mom says she was just trying to help find Hakkens

Tampa, FL -- As a 20-year-old mother of two, Brittany Littlefield figured she was someone Sharyn Hakken could relate to.

"I said, 'Hey girl, how are you doing? Where have you been lately?'"

Although the two had never been Facebook friends, Littlefield used the social site to send Hakken an instant message. And to her surprise, Hakken responded.

She told Littlefield on April 5th -- two days after the kidnapping -- that she and the couple's two boys were still in Tampa.

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Celebrate Earth Day with Weeki Wachee Springs Exotic Plant Removal

Celebrate Earth Day with Weeki Wachee Springs Exotic Plant Removal

Spring Hill, Florida-- The Florida Park Service is celebrating Earth Day this Saturday, April 20, by hosting various events focused on environmental education and nature-based recreation. 

Park Service reps say Earth Day is the largest civic event in the world, celebrated simultaneously around the globe by people of all backgrounds and nationalities....surely you don't want to miss out on that!

Chamber accepting applications for Leadership Hernando Class of 2013

Chamber accepting applications for Leadership Hernando Class of 2013

Hernando County, Florida-- The Hernando County Chamber of Commerce invites residents to apply for the "Leadership Hernando" Class of 2013. 

According to their website, Leadership Hernando, the largest community leadership program in Hernando County, creates opportunities to observe, interact and learn from public, private and civic leaders across the county. 

Since 1992, the mission of Leadership Hernando has been to encourage, develop and provide leadership for our community.

Money Mondays: Even pups get paid!

Tampa, Florida-- Money Monday is going to the dogs!

We've helped to find close to a million dollars for many of our 10 News viewers that is just sitting in Florida's unclaimed cash and property account, but  then we thought, "What if we could help pets?" 

Heather van Nest took a closer look at different groups that help abused, neglected and abandoned animals, and to no surprise, was able to find unclaimed cash!

Hernando Sheriff's Office: After Boston tragedy, stay alert

Hernando Sheriff's Office: After Boston tragedy, stay alert

Hernando County, Florida-- Hernando County Sheriff Al Nienhuis urges residents to remain aware of their surroundings after three bombs were detonated, and others were found near the finish line of the Boston Marathon Monday afternoon. 

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Florida Blueberry Festival seeks event volunteers!

Florida Blueberry Festival seeks event volunteers!

Brooksville, Florida-- The Florida Blueberry Festival is right around the corner, and organizers say they're looking for volunteers!

Since 2011, The Florida Blueberry Festival, Inc. has operated separately from the City of Brooksville to put together festivals full of fun, and they credit volunteers for their success. 

Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics

Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics

Hernando County, Florida-- Local law enforcement officers ask for your support as they participate in the annual Torch Run for Special Olympics on Monday, April 15.

Hernando County is one of 66 in Florida to participate in this event each year. Those 66 counties add up to more than 5,000 officers from over 300 agencies- all running and "carrying the torch" on a 1500 mile relay to benefit the athletes of the Special Olympics