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Drew WilsonApril 16, 2018

Former Republican state Rep. Neil Combee said he’ll make a “big announcement” on Tuesday, likely a run for Congress. “Stay tuned HIGH NOON tomorrow we make a big announcement! I am forever grateful to the folks in my community, this region and most recently this country as a strong supporter of President [Donald] Trump and […]

Drew WilsonApril 16, 2018

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State Rep. Julio Gonzalez leads state Sen. Greg Steube in the race for Florida’s 17th Congressional District in the early going thanks to a sizable loan to his campaign account. Gonzalez, a Sarasota Republican, brought in nearly $234,000 in contributions during the first few weeks of his campaign, with $150,000 of that money coming in […]

Phil AmmannApril 13, 2018

Longtime Pinellas County Commissioner John Morroni announced Friday he will undergo series of treatments for a blood disorder known as Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). The Treasure Island Republican will receive treatment at Tampa’s Moffitt Cancer Center, during which he will continue to receive weekly briefings from the County Administrator. “As a 10-year cancer survivor, I […]

Peter SchorschApril 13, 2018

Has the ol’ Ronda Storms magic lost its spark? Too soon to tell. Three candidates have filed for central Hillsborough’s HD 59, which is opening up early due to Dover Republican Rep. Ross Spano’s Attorney General aspirations. Republican Joe Wicker leads with just shy of $30,000. He has $27,500 banked, including $4,000 in candidate loans. […]

Drew WilsonApril 13, 2018

U.S. Rep. Gus Bilirakis’ re-election campaign announced Friday that it had collected enough signatures to make the ballot in Florida’s 12th Congressional District. The campaign said it had brought in “well over” the 5,125 required signatures for the Pasco-based seat, allowing it to avoid paying a hefty fee to make the ballot. “With everything going […]

Drew WilsonApril 12, 2018

Democratic U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist announced Thursday that his re-election campaign will report bringing in $447,000 in contributions during the first three months of 2018. Crist is currently in his first term representing Florida’s 13th Congressional District. “It’s such an honor to serve the people of Pinellas County. I’m grateful for each and every contribution […]

Drew WilsonApril 11, 2018

Bradenton Republican Will Robinson is hosting an April 23 fundraiser for his campaign to replace termed out Rep. Jim Boyd in House District 71. The Sarasota reception will be held from 5:30 pm to 7 pm at The Francis, 1289 N. Palm Ave., and those looking to attend can send their RSVPs through the campaign’s […]

Drew WilsonApril 11, 2018

Republican state Rep. Kathleen Peters is holding a fundraiser for her Pinellas County Commission campaign in Treasure Island next week. The event will be held at The Club at Treasure Island, 400 Treasure Island Causeway, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on April 17. Attendees can RSVP by sending a note to [email protected] or by […]

Jim RosicaApril 11, 2018

A Tallahassee judge has ruled in favor of Tampa strip club mogul Joe Redner in his fight against the state to grow and make juice out of his own medical marijuana. Circuit Judge Karen Gievers‘ order was released Wednesday. The state immediately filed a notice of appeal to the 1st District Court of Appeal. The […]

Bill RuftyApril 11, 2018

Congressman Dennis Ross will not seek re-election in 2018. The Lakeland Republican will not seek another term in Florida’s 15th Congressional District, which covers parts of Central Florida, ending a 16-year career in elective offices. “But I got up Sunday morning and I’m reading my emails and the news and seeing what I need to do […]

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Neil Combee teases big announcement for Tuesday

Julio Gonzalez takes early lead over Greg Steube in CD 17 money race

Pinellas Commissioner John Morroni to undergo medical treatment

Not Just A Body Of Water — A newsletter about Tampa Bay politics — 4.13.18

Gus Bilirakis adds $277K, makes CD 12 ballot by petition

Charlie Crist has $2.1M on hand for CD 13 re-election

Will Robinson holding April 23 fundraiser for House bid

Kathleen Peters sets fundraiser for Pinellas Commission bid

Tampa’s Joe Redner wins ‘home grow’ marijuana suit

Dennis Ross to retire in 2018