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'MAGA' campaign mailer faces backlash with claims it misleads
A campaign mailer that some say incorrectly implies that the listed candidates all have the endorsements of former President Donald Trump, Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Brevard Republican Executive Committee has local Republican officials and some candidates steaming mad. "It's fraudulent and it's deceptive and it's very sleazy, in my opinion," Brevard Republican Executive Committee Chair Rick Lacey said. ...
Pet of the week: Lenny the expert treat catcher
Say hello to Lenny, "a handsome hunk with a big heart," per his caretakers at Pinellas County Animal Services. State of play: This two-year-old shepherd is a big boy at 90 pounds, but he's a gentle giant and great around kids. He's a pro at catching treats mid-air, loves toys...
Florida Construction Worker Falls In Love With Special Dog While Working On Animal Shelter
When King arrived at the Humane Society of Pinellas in Clearwater, Florida, back in June, he was escaping a “life of neglect.” With a staggering seven-pound ulcerated mass on his face, the five-year-old dog was in dire condition. “It was 10% of his entire body weight...” shelter spokesperson...
Applications reopen for Tampa's eBike Voucher Program: Here's how to apply
TAMPA, Fla. - Tampa's eBike voucher program is back Friday, giving residents the opportunity to buy brand-new eBikes at discounts. The city partnered with local bike shops to offer discounts of over $1,000, and the application window opens Friday morning. But only a limited number of people can take advantage.
The Big Stories: Vance agrees to debate with Walz, and DeSantis speaks in Tampa about abortion
The two candidates for vice president are set to debate each other, and Gov. Ron DeSantis discusses the state's upcoming abortion amendment vote in a speech in Tampa. Vance accepts invitation to debate Walz in October. Ohio Sen. JD Vance, former President Donald Trump's running mate, has accepted an invitation...
Kahwa Coffee gives pumpkin spice the middle finger, launches new Fall flavor
Kahwa Coffee bids adieu to the pumpkin spice latte this year, ushering a new contender to dominate the fall this season: the Fall Pecan Sugar Latte (FPSL). “F*#% Pumpkin Spice”, declares Kahwa, brandishing cups of FPSL. The exclusion of pumpkin spice from the Kahwa menu this season may...
Tampa environmental firm acquires 42-employee California business
Verdantas, a Tampa-based environmental consulting firm, recently acquired California-based Cbec Eco Engineering, a firm focused on water-based projects including hydrology, hydraulics, geomorphology, sediment transport, design and field services. Verdanta helps its clients meet regulatory compliance at sites; perform environmental assessments where contaminants and chemicals may be present; offers architecture and...
Bucs Defense Has Made Progress In One Specific Area
The upgrades that the Bucs have made at every level of the defense has led to higher expectations for the group. But because there are new additions, there’s still a lot to be figured out by the unit. For example, K.J. Britt is becoming a full-time starter at inside...
Elevated Leads announces addition of C-Suite executives
Insurance Elevated, an insurance services firm based in Ybor City, announced that its sister company Elevated Leads appointed Eric Perez as chief executive officer, the transition of Eric Bosworth from CEO to chief marketing officer and chief operating officer and the addition of Sean Moulton as chief technology officer. “I...
Tampa offering over 300 students availability to join free after school program
TAMPA, Fla. — School is back for students in the Tampa Bay area, and the city of Tampa is ensuring the fun keeps going after the bell rings. Leaders announced the city's Parks and Recreation Department's free after school program has availability for more than 300 students. The program...
Weekend Top 10: What Museum Turns Live Animal “Menagerie”?? Why are Rays Walking the Fashion Runway? Find Out HERE!
It’s time to enjoy an event for a wonderful and vital cause. The Children’s Dream Fund is once again putting on a fashion show that features Fund children and Rays players. It’s a one-of-a-kind fashion show at Power Design this year, and the Children’s Dream Fund’s biggest fundraising event of the year. Enjoy fashion, food, cocktails, and live entertainment.
Spine-chilling moment police find missing woman with Alzheimer’s standing in swamp at 2am
AN elderly woman with Alzheimer's was found wandering into a swampy area in Tampa, Florida. She was rescued from the gloomy water by Hillsborough County Sheriff deputies who received a concerned call on August 10 about a missing woman. Luckily, the police were able to find her after the call...
A reprieve from Tampa Bay’s heat is expected this weekend. Here’s why.
Floridians are painfully aware there is little break from the wearisome temperatures that plague daily life during the summer. Each day starts the same — a walk outside morning after morning, day after day, only to be smacked by soupy, sizzling heat. But a shiny, sweet golden nugget of...
25-year-old man charged in fatal semi-truck crash into Tampa club
TAMPA — Police said a man has been arrested after Tuesday's incident in which a semi-truck crashed into a strip club, killing one person and injuring two others. Dylan Fogle, 25, has been charged with one felony count of first-degree murder, two counts of attempted first-degree murder and one count of vehicular homicide, among other charges.
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