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Janelle Irwin TaylorOctober 24, 2018

Major League Baseball’s Tampa Bay Rays now officially own soccer’s Tampa Bay Rowdies, the Rays announced Wednesday. The Rays finalized the sale for an undisclosed amount after the 2018 United Soccer League season concluded. Rays leadership said the transition from previous owner Bill Edwards will begin immediately. Edwards announced at the beginning of the month he was selling the […]

Bill RuftyOctober 24, 2018

Dennis Ross, the Republican congressman from the 15th Congressional District, joined Southeastern University President Kent Ingle to announce the retiring congressman’s new job during a Wednesday news conference. The Lakeland Republican is becoming part of a major center for the teaching of government and civics both for students and the general public. Upon his departure from the U.S. House […]

Janelle Irwin TaylorOctober 24, 2018

The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) Board of Directors on Wednesday unanimously approved a three-year contract with its employee union, increasing starting pay rates and lump sum compensation based on attendance. The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) represents nearly 500 PSTA workers who carry out repairs, maintenance and operation of Pinellas County’s transit system. Ninety-five […]

Drew WilsonOctober 24, 2018

With a handful of days to go before the general election, Democratic gubernatorial nominee Andrew Gillum will be in Tampa for a Saturday evening fundraiser. The event will be hosted by Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick attorneys Ron Christaldi, Carlye Morgan, Patrick Baskette, Erin Aebel and Linda Saul–Sena at the Shumaker Offices, 101 E. Kennedy Boulevard […]

Staff ReportsOctober 24, 2018

Owners of the 23-story Nine 15, an upscale residential complex in downtown Tampa, are suing Franklin Manor, a bar across the street, over noise complaints from residents, according to documents filed in Hillsborough County courts. The lawsuit alleges Franklin Manor plays “booming” and sometimes “vulgar” music that keeps residents awake at night. The suit claims the […]

Janelle Irwin TaylorOctober 24, 2018

Tampa mayoral candidate David Straz outlined a three-point job creation plan Tuesday that includes attracting entrepreneurs, engaging universities and recruiting new companies. Straz plans to use his experience in business to reach out to companies worldwide to make sure Tampa is on their radar for potential growth or relocation by tapping into his global network […]

Janelle Irwin TaylorOctober 24, 2018

Rock ‘n’ roll diva Joan Jett is putting her cash behind Jennifer Webb in the Democrats bid to replace Kathleen Peters for the House District 69 seat covering mid and west Pinellas County. While it’s not much — $150 total — Jett’s contribution lends a headline-grabbing name to Webb’s comparatively uninspired list of donors. Webb […]

Janelle Irwin TaylorOctober 24, 2018

The Tampa Bay Sierra Club is backing the Hillsborough County transportation plan, the environmental group announced Tuesday. The All For Transportation referendum, Hillsborough County Referendum No. 2, would raise sales tax 1 percent to fund sweeping transportation and transit enhancements throughout the county. “Hillsborough County has paid a high price to remain the only major […]

Janelle Irwin TaylorOctober 23, 2018

Sparkman Wharf is opening its dining garden, outdoor beer garden and lawn November 30, developers announced Tuesday. That’s later than original launch date expected this month. Sparkman Wharf is a mixed-use development in downtown Tampa where Garrison Channel, the Ybor Turning Basin and Sparkman Channel meet. It’s part of the $3 billion Water Street Tampa […]

Janelle Irwin TaylorOctober 23, 2018

Local Republican candidates in state legislative races won’t be showing up to a candidate forum Wednesday hosted by ReThinkEnergy Florida, the First Street Foundation, Oceana and the League of Women Voters. The coalition of groups is hosting an environmental forum at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Clearwater Wednesday at 6 p.m. to discuss sea level […]

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One of the trams that will provide increased access for the disabled at three Florida state parks. Image via Florida State Parks Foundation.

Tampa Bay Rays finalize Rowdies purchase; changes in store

Dennis Ross’ latest gig: Develop college program in civics, civility

Pinellas Transit to raise wages for union workers

Andrew Gillum holding Tampa fundraiser this weekend

Downtown Tampa apartment dwellers say turn down the music

David Straz unveils job growth strategy for Tampa

Rocker Joan Jett cuts star-powered check to Jennifer Webb

Tampa Bay Sierra Club backs Hillsborough transportation initiative

Sparkman Wharf to open later than expected

Republican candidates say ‘nope’ to local environmental forum