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Acrobatic suspect jumps from hotel balconies to escape deputies, Florida video shows
An armed robbery suspect trying to evade deputies made a daring choice to drop down the side of a six-story hotel, one floor at a time, according to video released by Florida investigators. It happened Monday, July 22, at the Godfrey Hotel in Tampa, and Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister...
Tampa Bay Rays at Toronto Blue Jays odds, picks and predictions
The Tampa Bay Rays (51-50) and Toronto Blue Jays (45-55) play the middle contest of a 3-game set on Wednesday. First pitch from Rogers Centre is scheduled for 7:07 p.m. ET. Let's analyze FanDuel Sportsbook's lines around the Rays vs. Blue Jaysodds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.
Tampa Democrat Rep. Kathy Castor backs Harris for president
TAMPA, Fla. — U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor, who represents part of the Tampa Bay area in Florida’s 14th Congressional District, says she will be supporting Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party’s presidential nominee. The first step in the process of securing a presidential pick will...
Two-Minute Drill for July 25: NFL camps are in session, high school football set to begin
The NFL has returned, and that means three teams are full go in the state of Florida. The Dolphins, Jaguars and Buccaneers returned to practice this past week, each preparing for their preseason openers during the second week of August. The Dolphins play their first preseason game Friday, Aug. 9...
South of Gandy apartments sell for $64 million
A garden-style apartment complex in the South of Gandy area has sold for more than $300,000 per apartment. Developer Zom Living has sold Azola South Tampa to Momentum Real Estate Partners for $64.3 million, according to Hillsborough County property records. Northwestern Mutual provided a $34.5 million mortgage for the acquisition.
St. Joseph’s Hospital-South in Riverview kicks off expansion
St. Joseph’s Hospital-South in Riverview has kicked off a multimillion-dollar construction project that will expand its pre-operative and post-anesthesia care units as well as a 20-bed observation unit. Clearwater-based BayCare Health System, the parent company of St. Joseph’s, said it will spend $32.8 million on the expansion, which is...
Florida City Hall U-Turns Censoring Nipples in Cancer Survivor Art Exhibit
A city hall in Brooksville, Florida, has u-turned on its decision to censor an art exhibit depicting breast cancer survival. The exhibit features a series of paintings of mermaids with mastectomies, aiming to highlight the beauty and strength of survivors. A move earlier this month to alter many of the...
Hillsborough County Republican Party Gears Up For More Volunteers
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – Republican Party Chair Carmen Edmonds spoke to Tampa Free Press about volunteer positions available throughout Hillsborough County. The Party is receiving positive feedback from voters and volunteers as it gears up for the August 20 primary elections. “The August 20, 2024 primary elections are very...
Children enjoy reading to therapy dogs
Nearly a dozen children of various ages recently gathered at the New River Branch Library to spend some time reading to therapy dogs. The event is featured once a month at the library in Wesley Chapel. Nancy Horbert is the program manager for the Tampa-based nonprofit organization Highland Canine Connect...
The Catalyst interview: Lindsey Stirling
According to YouTube, Lindsey Stirling’s channel has 14.1 million subscribers, and nearly four billion views. Remarkable numbers for a musician who doesn’t sing, but plays solo violin over cinematic electronic music with hints of Celtic influences – with some hip hop, rock, pop and classical in the mix.
Bucs announce 'Creamsicle' colors will return this fall
TAMPA, Fla. — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are traveling back to the 70s by breaking out their "Creamsicle" uniforms for one game this season. The Bucs wore the orange and white uniforms for the first time in more than a decade during the 2023 season against the Detroit Lions. This year, they'll feature the classic uniforms against the Atlanta Falcons on Oct. 27 at Raymond James.
Brazilian AYCE sushi spot, Kingdom Sushi, expanding to Tampa
Kingdom Sushi, known for its popular locations in Orlando, Jacksonville, and Boca Raton, is expanding its culinary reach to Tampa. The new location, set to open at 4027 S Dale Mabry Hwy, will offer a diverse menu featuring mostly Japanese cuisine with a touch of Brazilian flair. An opening date is still TBA, but they are actively hiring for all positions at the restaurant.
Buccaneers Rookie Expectations: Bucky Irving, Elijah Klein And Devin Culp
The long wait is over as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and other teams around the league are reporting for training camp today. Rookies are expected to be in the building today for the Bucs with veterans arriving tomorrow. Cleats are laced up and pads will be on and the road to the Super Bowl begins now.
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