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Pinellas School Board honors former superintendent with building name
The Pinellas School Board has officially named a new leadership center in Largo after former superintendent Mike Grego, recognizing his contributions ...
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After Tampa Bay’s two hurricanes, uncertainty, trauma and one lost cat
After enduring two hurricanes, Tampa Bay residents face ongoing challenges in recovery, including significant home damage and the emotional toll of lo...
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New College of Florida offers course in ‘Woke’ movement
New College of Florida is set to offer a course on the 'Woke' movement in January 2025, marking a significant shift in its curriculum. The course, des...
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FAA bans American flights to Haiti for 30 days after Florida flight hit by gunfi...
The FAA has announced a 30-day ban on American flights to Haiti following an incident where gangs shot at a Spirit Airlines flight, raising serious co...
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New and Updated Aid Programs Offer Funds for Business Owners Still Reeling from ...
New aid programs have been introduced in Tampa to assist business owners and self-employed individuals affected by Hurricanes Milton and Helene. These...
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Residents Needed for City of Tampa's Tree Preservation Committee
The City of Tampa is actively recruiting residents for eleven positions on its newly established Natural Resources Advisory Committee (NRAC). This com...
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Florida man convicted of shooting at ATF agents while speeding more than 100 mph...
A convicted felon in Florida has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for firing at ATF agents while leading them on a high-speed chase exceeding 100 ...
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St. Petersburg announces the price tag to repair the Trop
The City of St. Petersburg has revealed the estimated costs for repairing the roof of Tropicana Field, home to the Tampa Bay Rays. This announcement c...
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ZooTampa rescues 2-year-old manatee likely displaced by Hurricane Helene's storm...
ZooTampa's Manatee Rescue Team successfully rescued a 2-year-old manatee believed to have been displaced by Hurricane Helene's storm surge. The rescue...
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Signs of progress: boat removal continues in Sarasota after Helene and Milton
Boat removal operations are ongoing in Sarasota, Florida, as crews work to clear vessels left scattered along the coastline due to Hurricane Helene an...
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Treasure Island hotel housing residents displaced by hurricanes
A landmark hotel in Treasure Island is providing temporary housing for residents displaced by recent hurricanes, highlighting the community's resilien...
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Here’s how Tampa airport’s new international terminal will look
Tampa International Airport plans to unveil a new international terminal, Airside D, set to open in 2028, as indicated by recently released renderings...
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With Lopano’s exit, Tampa’s airport moves on from the man who transformed it
Joe Lopano, the transformative CEO of Tampa International Airport, announced his retirement set for April 2025, leaving behind a legacy of significant...
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Pinellas plans to merge two elementary schools into a K-8 campus
Pinellas County plans to merge Walsingham and Southern Oak elementary schools into a K-8 campus starting in the 2025-26 academic year, addressing a si...
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Pinellas schools to offer day care for district employees starting in July
Pinellas County schools plan to offer affordable day care services for district employees starting in late July, addressing pressing needs for child c...
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Trump poised to name Marco Rubio as Secretary of State pick
Trump is expected to nominate Florida Senator Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State, a significant move given Rubio's roles on the Senate Intelligence...
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Board selects Michael Stephens as next CEO for Tampa International Airport
The board of Tampa International Airport has selected Michael Stephens as the next CEO, succeeding current CEO Joe Lopano, who plans to retire in Apri...
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Fact-checking Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s claims about fluoride
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has made claims regarding the removal of fluoride from U.S. drinking water, labeling it as an “industrial waste” linked to vario...
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Florida-bound cruise ship rescues 4 from disabled catamaran
A Florida-bound cruise ship, the Disney Treasure, successfully rescued four individuals from a disabled catamaran that was taking on water off the coa...
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Developers purchase Salt Creek Marina for larger, but still unknown, project
Developers have acquired Salt Creek Marina in St. Petersburg, Florida, as part of a larger project that remains undisclosed. This acquisition adds to ...