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Video shows man climbing from 6th floor balcony at Godfrey Hotel in Tampa to escape deputies
Video shows man climb down Godfrey Hotel balcony attempting to escape capture from deputies. According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Jorge Garcia-Palacio was involved in multiple armed robberies over the past few weeks. Today, deputies found him at the Godfrey Hotel on Rocky Point. When they knocked on his...
Hillsborough librarians' Animal Antics program brings kids face-to-face with Florida Aquarium species’
TAMPA, Fla. - Librarians across Hillsborough County enter the school break hoping to battle the dreaded summer slide in kids. They fight it using a variety of free activities and programs. "Summer can be tricky, because your kid is out of school," Hillsborough County librarian Chely Cantrell said. "Either they're...
Largo Man Crashes Vehicle Into Tree, Flees Scene with Toddler and Firearm
Largo Police were dispatched to reports of a single-vehicle crash at approximately 2:12 p.m. on Sunday, July 21, 2024. The crash occurred at 1800 Keene Road just south of the entrance to Eagle Lake Park. 37-year-old Michael Marra of Largo lost control of his vehicle, leaving the roadway and crashing...
Educators offer solutions to discipline disparity in Hillsborough County schools
Between January of 2023 and January of 2024, the average number of referrals for Black and Hispanic middle school and high school students was about 2-3 times higher than that of white students.
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...
State to seek death penalty for man accused of killing his ex-wife, her new boyfriend
TAMPA, Fla. — The Tampa man who police say shot and killed his ex-wife and her new boyfriend last month could face the death penalty. The state attorney's office announced on Tuesday that it would seek the death penalty against 65-year-old Robert Craig-Webb. Prosecutors say Craig-Webb had been married...
USF receives a record $168 million in donations
July 23, 2024 - University of South Florida officials announced Tuesday that the school set new fundraising records for the third consecutive year with over $168 million in philanthropic support from more than 54,000 donors in the fiscal year that ended June 30. The number of donors increased by 44% over the previous fiscal year. President Rhea Law credited USF’s invitation to join the prestigious Association of American Universities for propelling fundraising efforts.
Existing-home sales plummet, but prices continue rising in June
TAMPA, Fla. — Potential home buyers might be given a reprieve, as the latest numbers give hope that the seller's market may be closing. The National Association of Realtors said existing home sales dropped 5.4% in June, the slowest pace since December 2023. Sales declined in all four major U.S. regions, including the South.
American Stage Theatre closes the season with world premiere of ‘The Figs’
For its final show of the season, American Stage Theatre presents an original fairytale by Doug Robinson. Described as “whimsical and heartfelt with a little bit of adult humor”, The Figs features a multi-talented cast who each play multiple roles and even operate puppets. For tickets and information, visit https://www.americanstage.org/
SOLD OUT GIVEAWAY — Thirty Seconds To Mars w/ AFI at MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre in Tampa (Aug 24)
Tampa, are you ready for an unforgettable night of alternative rock?! Thirty Seconds To Mars, AFI, Poppy, and Kennyhoopla take the stage at MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre on August 24th, 2024. Thirty Seconds To Mars has a dynamic ability to blend powerful music with engaging visuals and dramatic effects. From the moment these bands take the stage, you’ll be captivated by their energy and passionate performances! Enter to WIN TICKETS BELOW to this SOLD OUT SHOW or VIEW RESALE TICKETS HERE!
Safety regulators investigating another low flight by a Southwest jet, this time in Tampa
Federal officials are investigating an incident in which a Southwest Airlines jet flew as low as 150 feet (45 meters) over water while it was still about 5 miles (8 kilometers) from its intended landing spot at the airport in Tampa, Florida.
Azola South Tampa sells for $64.3 million
ZOM Living completed the $64.3 million sale of Azola South Tampa, a recently developed luxury rental community, in the South Tampa neighborhood of Tampa. The property’s buyer is Momentum Real Estate Partners, a Miami-based multifamily real estate investment firm. Located at 7701 Interbay Blvd., the 214-unit, garden-style community spans nine acres.
JLL arranges lease for Nashville health record company at WestLake Corporate Center
Qualifacts, a Nashville-based provider of electronic health record and data services for behavioral health and human services organizations, has leased 15,541 square feet of space at WestLake Corporate Center, in Tampa. The 90,531-square-foot, Class A office property is at 9119 Corporate Lake Drive and will serve as one of the...
Bern’s Co. and CASS Contemporary reveal a special collection of Código 1530 Tequila bottles
Bern’s Co. has teamed up with the art gallery CASS Contemporary to unveil specially crafted cocktails and limited edition Código 1530 Tequila bottles, featuring an exclusive label designed by CASS artist Paola Delfin. For a limited time, the cocktails will be available upon request at Haven, while the...
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