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Hillsborough’s $10.1 billion budget has a ‘millage swap’ for public safety
Hillsborough County government’s proposed budget of about $10 billion includes a property tax change aimed at beefing up Fire Rescue and sheriff’s office services for residents who live in the unincorporated parts of the county. County Commissioners got their first public look at the proposed budget Wednesday for...
Siesta Key Beach, Anna Maria Island Named Best Beaches in Florida by U.S. News & World Report
Siesta Key Beach and Anna Maria Island are home to the No. 1 and No. 2 Best Beaches in Florida, according to a new list by U.S. News & World Report. To come up with the rankings, the U.S. News says it factored in reader votes, aesthetics, atmosphere and convenience.
Rain chances lower Wednesday, higher for the weekend
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Slightly drier air moves overhead for most of the Suncoast on Wednesday, which brings rain chances down again. The exception to that is northern Manatee County farther north to Tampa. Those are the areas with a chance for an afternoon thunderstorm Wednesday. But there’s plenty of tropical moisture to return, so rain chances are back up to end the week and for the weekend. More of the hot and dry Saharan Air Layer will move over Florida this weekend. That could give us a hazy overcast again and could have some impact on weekend rainfall. Fortunately, it will keep the tropics quiet for several days.
'Miserable': Dozens of tenants at St. Pete apartment complex have been without A/C for months
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Dozens of tenants at a south St. Petersburg apartment complex are trying to cope without working air conditioning, telling 10 Tampa Bay that some have been without A/C for months and are now taking action in court to get some relief. Kiasha Bennett’s A/C unit...
Condo firm doubles St. Pete office space
July 16, 2024 - Condominium Associates will nearly double its north St. Petersburg office space with a move across the street. The firm has signed a lease for a 23,500-square-foot space at 570 Carillon Pkwy. in the Gateway area. Raymond James Financial anchors the Carillon Office Park.
Evan Longoria on Rays’ stadium plans, Trop return, not playing and more
ST. PETERSBURG — Evan Longoria knows Tropicana Field, having played more games there — 725, including regular season and postseason — than anyone. And during last Saturday’s first in-season visit back since being stunningly traded to the Giants in December 2017, the all-time Rays great said he is hopeful the team gets approval to build its planned new stadium on adjacent land and eager to see how the project develops.
DeSantis tells cheering Iowa Republicans: ‘I hope and pray’ Biden is Dem nominee
MILWAUKEE — Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis took his push to eventually become the party’s presidential nominee to the Iowa Republican Party on Wednesday during a speech on the terrace of an Italian-style villa overlooking Lake Michigan. During his 10 minutes of remarks, DeSantis, who unsuccessfully challenged Donald Trump for the nomination this year, praised […] The post DeSantis tells cheering Iowa Republicans: ‘I hope and pray’ Biden is Dem nominee appeared first on Kentucky Lantern.
DeSantis in Milwaukee: More criticism of Disney, more higher education changes promised
While the First Amendment litigation between Ron DeSantis and Disney is more than a month in the rearview mirror, the Florida governor isn't done lobbing insults at the theme park giant. "Over the years so many Republicans, any time some big bad corporation opposes what they want to do, they...
‘Free State of Florida’ welcome signs touting DeSantis motto cost $60K
Florida spent $60,000 on new highway welcome signs that feature a campaign slogan used by Gov. Ron DeSantis in speeches and on merchandise. Signs welcoming visitors to “The Free State of Florida” now stand at 24 locations along highways and at two welcome centers, said Michael Williams, a spokesperson for the Florida Department of Transportation, in an email.
Things to do around Pinellas: July 18-24
11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday, July 21. Spa Beach Park at the St. Pete Pier. 615 Second Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. Indulge in delectable ice cream this National Ice Cream day at the Pier. With 25 vendors, unique and classic ice cream flavors, live music and family friendly activities, a day full of sweet treats and fun awaits. www.tampabayicecreamfest.com.
Portofino Italian Ristorante in St. Pete closing after 3 decades
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — A south St. Pete staple is closed for good after 30 years of business. Portofino Italian Ristorante officially served its last meal in Bay Pointe Plaza last week. The owners told 10 Tampa Bay they just couldn't overcome rising prices. Christopher and Patricia Conley took...
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