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Tampa Café serves up inclusivity and opportunity
TAMPA, Fla. — July is Disability Pride Month, an opportunity to honor the history, achievements, experiences and struggles of the disability community. Here in the Tampa Bay area, there's a business committed to uplifting that community throughout the entire year: Coffee Uniting People or "CUP." CUP is a non-profit...
Despite GOP headwinds, citizen-led abortion measures could be on the ballot in 9 states
For abortion rights supporters in Florida, it was a tumultuous day of highs and lows. On April 1, the Florida Supreme Court paved the way for the state to ban nearly all abortions after six weeks of pregnancy. But it also OK’d a ballot measure that would allow Florida voters to overturn the ban this […] The post Despite GOP headwinds, citizen-led abortion measures could be on the ballot in 9 states appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Clearwater’s BayCare Sound marks 1-year anniversary with nine days of fun
CLEARWATER — Just over one year has gone by since the inaugural performance at The BayCare Sound at Coachman Park, when Cheap Trick helped concertgoers christen the new venue on June 28, 2023. Roughly 8,000 fans showed up for the first concert at The Sound, and several thousand also...
Gov. Ron DeSantis Names Graci McGillicuddy to Florida Women's Hall of Fame
Gov. Ron DeSantis recently announced the selection of Sarasota resident Graci McGillicuddy to the 2024 Florida Women's Hall of Fame. Each year, the Governor selects three nominees from recommendations presented by the Florida Commission on the Status of Women. This prestigious honor recognizes women who have made significant contributions to the state of Florida and its residents through their professional and philanthropic endeavors. Graci McGillicuddy is the co-founder of the All Star Children’s Foundation, a Sarasota-based child advocacy center that combats child abuse and provides a safe place for foster children. She has dedicated her life to advocating for the rights and welfare of abused children. Her commitment extends to public service roles on various state councils and nonprofit boards where she contributes to arts, mentoring, and child abuse prevention initiatives. In 2022, she was recognized by The KNOW Women as a member of their “100 Women to Know in America” and was honored with the “Spirit of Service” Award by the Florida Senate in 2009. In 2008, McGillicuddy spearheaded a $6 million capital campaign to build a state-of-the-art Child Protection Center in Sarasota. She is currently a Lifetime Director of the Child Protection Center after serving many years as board chair and a board member. The induction ceremony will take place later this year, celebrating the accomplishments of McGillicuddy and two other outstanding women—May Mann Jennings, and Penny Thompson—each of whom has significantly contributed to the betterment of Florida.
The Florida Bar honors JBA’s Shoup with Cassedy Award
Jacksonville Bar Association Executive Director Craig Shoup received the Marshall R. Cassedy Sr. Award, presented June 21 by The Florida Bar 2023-24 President Scott Westheimer at the Bar’s annual convention in Orlando. The award, established in 2012, honors a voluntary Bar executive or Florida Bar staff members who has...
FWC participating in Operation Dry Water; heightened BUI enforcement, education on dangers of impaired boating
Operation Dry Water is a year-round national effort to educate recreational boaters about the dangers of boating under the influence of alcohol or drugs. A heightened enforcement during the holiday weekend of Thursday through Saturday, July 4-6, will see Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and other law enforcement partners focusing efforts on Boating Under the Influence detection and enforcement. The mission of Operation Dry Water is to reduce the...
Here’s how Tampa Bay shelters calm the dogs during July 4 fireworks
Owners of nervous dogs are bracing themselves for July 4, when their pups shiver at the sounds of fireworks. With Independence Day falling on Thursday this year, explosions may happen days beforehand and after in some neighborhoods. While homeowners shop the doggy downer aisle at the pet stores, owners of...
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