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Phil AmmannApril 25, 2018

Democrat Becca Tieder took another step toward challenging Clearwater Republican state Rep. Chris Latvala in House District 67. Tieder, a Clearwater native and third-generation Floridian, has set up a Facebook political candidate page — @BeccaforFlorida — slated to “start May 1.” According to DNS records, the domain name Becca4Florida.com has also been registered since March […]

Drew WilsonApril 25, 2018

Republican Sen. Jeff Brandes is holding a fundraiser Wednesday evening benefiting his Senate District 24 re-election campaign in St. Petersburg. The event will be held at 400 Beach Seafood & Tap House, 400 Beach Drive NE, starting at 5 p.m. Those looking to sneak in an RSVP before the fundraiser is in full swing can send […]

Drew WilsonApril 25, 2018

Termed out Pensacola Republican Rep. Clay Ingram is hosting a fundraiser on May 8 for Rebekah Bydlak, the leading candidate running to replace him in House District 1 this fall. The reception will run from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at Ingram’s home in Pensacola, and the guest list includes several Republican politicians from across […]

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 […]

Peter SchorschApril 23, 2018

Tampa Republican Sen. Dana Young is holding a campaign kickoff fundraiser Tuesday for her re-election to Senate District 18. Young’s event is set for 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on April 24 at the Tampa Yacht & Country Club, 5320 Interbay Boulevard. Those looking to attend are encouraged to send an email to Kristin Lamb […]

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

Freshman Rep. Amber Mariano is holding a golf tournament in support of her House District 36 re-election campaign in Wesley Chapel on June 9. The event will be held at the Saddlebrook Resort & Spa, 5700 Saddlebrook Way. Registration is set to begin at 11:30 am on the day of, with a shotgun start scheduled […]

Drew WilsonApril 20, 2018

Miami Democratic Rep. Nick Duran will hold a fundraiser for his re-election campaign to House District 112 on Sunday. The event will be held at Berries in the Grove in Miami, 2884 SW 27th Ave., and will run from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. Those interested in attending the event can RSVP by sending an […]

Drew WilsonApril 19, 2018

Lake City businessman Marc Vann raised $17,530 last month and for his campaign to succeed termed-out Republican Rep. Elizabeth Porter in House District 10. “Our campaign’s momentum is strong and growing. I really appreciate all the neighbors and friends, both old and new, who are jumping on board our team,” Vann said in a press […]

Drew WilsonApril 17, 2018

Democrat Bob Buesing said Tuesday that he is ending his campaign to unseat Tampa Republican Sen. Dana Young and throwing his support behind House Minority Leader Janet Cruz. The Tampa attorney announced his exit to the South Tampa Democratic Club Tuesday evening, ending speculation of if or when he would step aside in favor of […]

Tag: 2018 legislative races

With Facebook page, Becca Tieder inches toward challenging Chris Latvala

Jeff Brandes holding St. Pete fundraiser today

Clay Ingram hosting fundraiser for Rebekah Bydlak

Chris Sprowls says Pinellas’ future is bright in new ad

It’s on: Dana Young’s fundraiser for Senate re-election is Tuesday

Police union backs Ed Hooper for Senate

Amber Mariano holding golf tournament fundraiser in June

Nick Duran holding fundraiser in Miami on Sunday

Marc Vann adds $17K for HD 10 bid

Bob Buesing exits SD 18 race, clearing way for Janet Cruz