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Drew WilsonApril 24, 2018

The development company behind Water Street Tampa said Tuesday that construction is underway on the first of 10 buildings planned for the 55-acre district in Downtown Tampa. The first project in the pipeline for Strategic Property Partners is a 26-story, 519-room JW Marriott Hotel that’s set to open in 2020. The JW Marriott brand is […]

Drew WilsonApril 24, 2018

Hillsborough County Commission District 1 candidate Todd Marks slammed Republican rival Aakash Patel Monday for his past donations to Democrats. At issue is the Jan. 28 edition of LeaderCast Tampa, where Patel was interviewed on his decision run for the county commission job and his political philosophy. During the interview Patel speaks on his business […]

Drew WilsonApril 24, 2018

Palm Harbor Republican Rep. Chris Sprowls said the people of Pinellas County’s best days are still in front of them in a video released by his campaign Tuesday. “The United States. It is more than a place. This nation is an idea, an experiment, and an example for those whose destiny is freedom,” Sprowls says […]

Drew WilsonApril 24, 2018

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Zephyrhills Republican Rep. Danny Burgess on Tuesday endorsed Tampa businessman Aakash Patel for the District 1 seat on the Hillsborough County Commission. “I am honored to offer my support and endorsement to Aakash. He is a very successful businessman and I know he will take his strong drive and dedication to our community to the […]

Drew WilsonApril 22, 2018

The capital city will host a free, family friendly event Sunday to celebrate Earth Day. In fitting fashion, Greening Tallahassee: An Earth Day Celebration will take place at the Thomas P. Smith Water Reclamation Facility. Tours through the facility, water quality lab and nearby Tallahassee Solar Farm will be provided. Typically, the locations aren’t open […]

Drew WilsonApril 21, 2018

A fundraiser benefitting U.S. Rep. Gus Bilirakis’ re-election bid will be held Monday evening in Palm Harbor. The April 23 event will run from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the home of Ann Ferrentino. Donors giving $1,000 or more can mingle in a cocktail reception during the 6 o’clock hour, while those donating $125 […]

Drew WilsonApril 21, 2018

State Sen. Aaron Bean this week delivered $975,000 to an organization working to train students in 21st century fields, such as robotics and computer programming. The Fernandina Beach Republican worked during the 2018 Legislative Session to secure the funding for Northeast Florida-based STEM2 Hub, headed by Kathleen Schofield. Careers in STEM, an acronym of science, […]

Drew WilsonApril 21, 2018

Clearwater Republican Ed Hooper announced Friday that the Florida Fraternal Order of Police District 3 Lodges have endorsed his campaign for state Senate. “Ed Hooper has shown his support for first responders. Now the members of the Fraternal Order of Police, District 3 lodges are glad to support him in his bid for the State […]

Drew WilsonApril 21, 2018

Republican U.S. Rep. Ron DeSantis will be in Ft. Myers Saturday to raise money for his gubernatorial bid. The fundraiser will be held at Veranda, 2122 Second St., and will run from 5 pm to 6 pm. Suggested contributions on the invite are $5,000 to make the host committee and $10,000 to be an event […]

Drew WilsonApril 21, 2018

ESPN’s Jemele Hill will be in St. Petersburg Saturday to give a talk and field questions at a League of Women Voters event. The chief correspondent and senior columnist for ESPN’s The Undefeated will offer her thoughts on the role that celebrity brings to public service and how she has used her platform for that […]

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SPP breaks ground on Water Street Tampa development

Todd Marks slams Aakash Patel for past donations to Democrats

Chris Sprowls says Pinellas’ future is bright in new ad

Danny Burgess endorses Aakash Patel for Hillsborough Commission

Tallahassee celebrates Earth Day

Gus Bilirakis raising money in Palm Harbor on Monday

Aaron Bean presents big check for STEM education

Police union backs Ed Hooper for Senate

Ron DeSantis fundraising in Ft. Myers Saturday

ESPN’s Jemele Hill to headline League of Women Voters luncheon