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St Pete Catalyst
Published August 05Treasure Island commissioners clash over city manager
Vice Mayor Tammy Vasquez moved to place Charlie Van Zant on leave pending an outside investigation.
Osprey Observer
Published August 05Family Fun, BBQ And History Benefit For Brandon Landmark
The community is invited to celebrate Brandon’s rich history while helping preserve one of its most treasured landmarks during the second annual Brandon’s Legacy Labor Day Family Picnic, taking place on Monday, September 7, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Winthrop Barn Theatre,…
Osprey Observer
Published August 05Work Begins On Balm Boyette Road South Of Woodland Spur Drive On August 10
On Monday, August 10, construction activity for the South Hillsborough Pipeline will begin on the east side of Balm Boyette Road, southwest of Woodland Spur Drive. Crews will first begin delivering heavy equipment and supplies to the temporary and permanent construction…
Osprey Observer
Published August 05Buffalo Soldiers Monument To Be Unveiled At Veterans Park
The community is invited to take part in a historic and meaningful event as Veteran Community Services and Hillsborough County leaders dedicate the new Buffalo Soldiers Monument on Saturday, August 29, at 10 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park & Rear Admiral LeRoy Collins, Jr.…
Osprey Observer
Published August 05Retired Army Pilot Helps Families Take Flight Into Homeownership
By Zofia Osterman After nearly three decades of service in the U.S. Army, retired Col. Bradley Osterman has traded flying helicopters for helping families achieve the dream of homeownership. As a loan officer with Cornerstone First Mortgage, Osterman brings the same dedication,…
Osprey Observer
Published August 05Explore Girl Scout Opportunities At Camp Dorothy Thomas Event
Girl Scouts of Fossil Valley is inviting local girls and their families to learn more about the opportunities available through Girl Scouts during a free Discover What’s Within Information Event on Sunday, August 23, from 1-3 p.m. at Camp Dorothy Thomas, located at 16119 Boyette…
St Pete Catalyst
Published August 05Tierra Verde group asks state to investigate marina lease violations
"If the allegations are true, what shocked us the most was the extent of their actions."
Creative Loafing Tampa Bay
Published August 05Meet Doretha, a St. Pete woman who gives away water bottles in the name of kindness
A man crossed Central Avenue from the Grand Central Bus Terminal, approached Doretha’s folding table and asked whether she was giving away water. Doretha smiled, said yes, and handed him a cold bottle. He thanked her, pressed it against his forehead and then his chest before…
I Love the Burg
Published August 05Killer Pizza is the best pizza in St. Pete you may have never had
Let me start this by saying: Killer Pizza is not new, though it’s relatively young at around 18 months. It is not hard to find; it’s just off the beaten […]
That's So Tampa
Published August 05Massive LEGO Brick Fan Festival returns to the Florida State Fairgrounds
Tampa LEGO enthusiasts, a huge event celebrating the iconic colorful bricks is coming to Tampa Bay this weekend. The annual Brick Fan Event LEGO Expo returns to The Florida State […]
WMNF 88.5
Published August 05Forecasters expect the least active Atlantic hurricane season in more than a decade
CSU hurricane experts continue to expect nine named storms, four hurricanes and one major hurricane to form in the Atlantic in 2026.
Creative Loafing Tampa Bay
Published August 05Florida Republicans now have a 1.5 million voter registration advantage over Democrats
Nearly 13.48 million Floridians are eligible to cast ballots in the Aug. 18 primary elections, with Republicans expanding a registration edge over Democrats to 1.5 million voters, according to newly posted data on the state Division of Elections website. The data, included in…