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University of South Florida welcomes new President’s Global Leadership Council
The University of South Florida is welcoming back to campus members of a newly created presidential advisory group that includes 14 esteemed alumni who are renowned leaders in their respective fields around the world. The inaugural President’s Global Leadership Council is being chaired by Steve Presley ’90, executive vice president...
Todd Bowles: Bucs’ expectation isn’t the division, it’s the Super Bowl
Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles expects his team to be in the Super Bowl in February. The Bucs posted video of Bowles addressing the team at the opening of training camp, and he told his player he expects greatness from them. “The expectations for us shouldn’t be just the division....
Florida Education Board to vote on allowing NIL deals for high school athletes
TAMPA, Fla. - The State Education Board will vote Wednesday on whether to allow high school student-athletes to cash in on their Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL). Many in favor of this rule change say it'll be a game changer for student-athletes, especially girls who don't have as many opportunities to make money as an athlete as they grow older.
Tampa Prepares for String of Showers and Thunderstorms as NWS Predicts High Precipitation
The Tampa area is bracing for a series of thunderstorms and showers, with the National Weather Service predicting a high chance of precipitation over the coming days. According to NWS Tampa, scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected today, with mostly sunny skies giving way to showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 5pm. Temperatures could soar near 94 degrees, with heat index values reaching up to 103 degrees. The chance of rain today is listed at 60%, along with potential rainfall between three quarters and one inch.
Bradenton man sentenced to 30 years for major drug distribution
TAMPA, Florida — U.S. District Judge William Jung has sentenced 37-year-old Pierre C. Marc, of Bradenton, to 30 years in federal prison for conspiracy to possess with the intent to distribute cocaine, fentanyl, marijuana, and heroin. Marc was found guilty by a jury on April 9, 2024. According to...
The Nagers Are Thankful For The Local Businesses That Helped Us Move Into Silversaw
Neighborhood News deadlines are almost never easy for yours truly, but the deadline week to get our July 9 Wesley Chapel issue to the printer was surely more challenging than pretty much any since I suffered a detached retina in my left eye in September of 2023. Jannah and I...
Former Tarpon Springs mayor gets family photos removed from public art project
TARPON SPRINGS — Former Mayor David Archie has shown that persistence counts. Archie’s efforts before the City Commission and then the Public Art Committee have secured an agreement to have his family’s photos removed from the Black Heritage Project at the CAP Center. At a July 10...
Violinist and Dancer Lindsey Stirling announces 2024 North American duality tour
CLEARWATER — Violinist Lindsey Stirling is on the road for her “North American Duality 2024 Tour,” in support of her new album, “Duality.” Stirling will perform on Wednesday, July 31, 7 p.m., at The BayCare Sound at Coachman Park, 255 Drew St., Clearwater. Special guests...
Killer disease affects millions: What you should know
TAMPA (BLOOM) – Parathyroid disease is a common and very detrimental disease, yet no one has heard of it. Jim Norman, MD, FACS, FACE with the Hospital for Endocrine Surgery joins Gayle Guyardo the host of the nationally syndicated health and wellness show Bloom to talk about Parathyroid Disease during Parathyroid Disease Awareness Month.
Tampa Bay’s Raw Milk Market Under Scrutiny as Scientists Raise Bird Flu Alarms
BELLEAIR BLUFFS — Mateo Barbagelata visits coffee shops with a container of raw cow’s milk and requests that the baristas add it to his lattes. The words “RAW MILK IS NOT A CRIME” are decalmed onto his laptop. The 25-year-old Barbagelata stated, “Raw milk for us...
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