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Published October 02Karen Perez, School Board, District 6
By Amanda Castillo Karen Perez’s connection to Tampa began when she was 15 years old. In 1979, her mother moved her to Tampa to continue her education. What began as a move would eventually become the foundation for a life spent helping others find their own opportunities. For…
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Published October 02Neil Manimala, County Commissioner, District 5
By Amanda Castillo For Neil Manimala, Hillsborough County has been the backdrop to nearly every chapter of his life, from growing up in Valrico as the son of two health care workers, to building a career as a physician serving the local medical community and now raising a family…
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Published October 02Kenneth Gay, School Board, District 6
Kenneth ‘Ken’ Gay is seeking a seat on the Hillsborough County School Board, District 6, drawing on nearly four decades of experience in public education and a lifelong connection to the community he hopes to serve. A fifth-generation Floridian, Gay was born and raised in Tampa…
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Published October 02Ballot Explained: Three Amendments And Three Referendums
Voters will decide three statewide constitutional amendments and three Hillsborough County questions this fall. Statewide amendments need at least 60 percent ‘yes’ votes to pass. County questions need a simple majority. Statewide Amendments Amendment 1: A Bigger “Rainy Day Fund”…
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Published October 02Annual Alafia Lighted Boat Parade Returns On December 5
The FishHawk-Riverview Rotary Club, in collaboration with Hillsborough County Parks and Recreation and parade sponsor Chris Ligori Law & Associates, is proud to present the 42nd annual Alafia Lighted Boat Parade on Saturday, December 5. This treasured holiday tradition will bring…
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Published October 02A Year Of Impact, Achievement And Momentum
By Superintendent Van Ayres This month, we released the latest Hillsborough County Public Schools Impact Report that highlights the academic achievements from the last school year. The results are worth celebrating. Our students and educators delivered extraordinary results that…
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Published October 02Dementia And The Holidays, Compassionate Conversations
On Wednesday, November 4, Sandy’s Daughter Dementia Education will be presenting a workshop, Dementia and the Holidays, Compassionate Conversations, at UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County, located at 5339 County Rd. 579 in Seffner. Many families come together over the holiday…
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Published October 02Flight To Honor Mission 12 Accepting Guardian Applications
They’re gearing up for Flight to Honor Polk Mission 12 to fly local military veterans to Washington, D.C. where they will spend a day visiting monuments and shrines dedicated to the historical sacrifices of their youth. The airborne missions began in 2015 and give veterans a…
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Published October 02Tampa Bay weekend picks: Tom Petty Tribute, Los Tigres del Norte, sports & more
🎶 So much is happening at WMNF! 🎸 Oct. 3 — 7th Annual Tom Petty Birthday Tribute Show 📋 Oct. 10 — Estate Planning Seminar: Protecting Your Loved Ones and Preserving Your Values 🦇 Oct. 16 — WMNF Halloween Ball 💿 Nov. 7 — WMNF’s Annual Record & CD Sale 🏠 Dec. 6 — Light…
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Published October 02Ybor City Ghost Walk Brings Tampa’s Spooky Past To Life
The Tampabay Community Design Center (TCDC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating the rich design and architectural heritage of the Tampa Bay region while fostering a forward-thinking approach to design. It champions historic preservation and sustainability and…
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Published October 02A huge music and food-filled Hispanic heritage celebration is coming to Bonnet Springs Park
A massive festival of authentic Hispanic food and music is coming to the area this fall when Bonnet Springs Park hosts the Bienvenido A BSP Hispanic Heritage Celebration, an all-day […]
Hillsborough adds 53 dengue cases, gets help from Lee to control mosquito spread
Hillsborough County has reported 223 cases this year, according to the state's most recent weekly data update. A nearby county has sent helicopters and crews to help increase aerial pesticide spraying.