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Thursday, August 24, 2023
Happy Poll Worker Recruitment Day!
Poll workers empower all of us to make our voices heard. They ensure all communities have access to the ballot box.
That's why LWV and VOTE411 are partnering with Power the Polls to get you involved in this crucial part of our democracy.
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Tropical system possible in the eastern Gulf early next week, could impact Tampa Bay area
While much of this is unclear, at this point it does not look like it will be a strong storm – but a named tropical system is certainly possible. Still any tropical system over record hot Gulf waters can spin up into something stronger under the right conditions.
Since the Tampa Bay area is in severe to extreme drought — 10″ to 15″ inches below normal in rainfall for the year so far — we could use a good soaking of rain. But the concern is it may come with a developed tropical system of some sort.
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You can enjoy adult beverages on the Riverwalk with these special cups
Sip and stroll along the Tampa Riverwalk. It’s a dreamy idea and a fun reality. The special Tampa Riverwalk to-go cups allow visitors to enjoy their favorite spirited drinks while walking along the 2.6-mile stretch of the Riverwalk.
Next time you grab a drink ask for a Riverwalk cup & take it while you stroll.
More HERE
Mariella Smith for Hillsborough County Commission
I’m excited to announce that I have officially filed to run for Hillsborough County Commission, for the countywide seat! Please see my website for more info, sign up for the email list to stay updated on the campaign, and help out with a donation, if you can.
HELP HER HERE
Stop using these two types of eye drops, FDA warns
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers not to use two brands of eye drops due to contamination that could cause a potentially deadly infection.
Tests of the drops, Dr. Berne’s MSM Drops 5% Solution and LightEyez MSM Eye Drops – Eye repair, found bacterial and fungal contamination, the FDA said in a news release Tuesday. Using the products could result in a “serious vision-threatening infection which could possibly progress to a life-threatening infection,” according to the FDA.
More HERE
Xernona Clayton, Civil Rights Leader, To Speak With Tampa Police Leadership
Ms. Clayton will meet personally with Mayor Jane Castor and Chief Lee Bercaw, prior to speaking before the Tampa City Council at 9:00 a.m. She will then head to Tampa Police Headquarters to meet with the department’s Command Staff.
More HERE
U.S. YOUTH ATTITUDES ON GUNS REPORT
Since 2020, guns have been the leading cause of death in the United States for children and teens. While the proliferation of gun access and gun violence often dominate national, state and local headlines, little has been done to understand the views young people have on these pervasive issues.
To address this gap, Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, the Polarization & Extremism Research & Innovation Lab (PERIL) and SPLC came together to study young people’s access to guns, experiences with gun violence, feelings of safety and mental wellbeing, as well as their views on male supremacy, racial resentment and the Second Amendment.
More HERE
F**k the homeless, right?
PSTA to implement fees for SunRunner after complaints about homeless riders
The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) has voted to begin charging fares on its new SunRunner route.....MORE
Oregon city asks Supreme Court to decide if ticketing homeless people is constitutional
An Oregon city has asked the Supreme Court to determine whether ticketing homeless people for sleeping on public property is cruel and unusual punishment in violation of the Constitution.....MORE
Courts grapple with Florida’s death penalty change
A new state law lowering the number of jurors required to recommend death sentences has spurred a rash of litigation, triggered conflicting judicial rulings and infused an additional level of uncertainty in capital cases.
The changes have caused what numerous attorneys called “chaos” in the death-penalty system.
More HERE
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JENerational Change: Maui's Sheriff, Jared Kushner & UAW Workers STRIKE Update w/ Max Alvarez
Hosted by Jen Perelman and Peter Hager
Max Alvarez of The Real News Network joins us to discuss the current state of the pending UAW Workers Strike.
We'll also be discussing the suspicious background of Maui's Sheriff & Jared Kushner's equally suspect handling of the $2 Billion In Saudi Money.
Gun safety advocacy group, Giffords, endorses Debbie Mucarsel-Powell’s U.S. Senate bid
One of the nation’s most prominent gun safety advocate groups is endorsing former U.S. Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell’s campaign for Senate.
Giffords, where Mucarsel-Powell worked after leaving Congress, will back the Miami Democrat as she challenges Republican U.S. Sen. Rick Scott.
More HERE
Kids’ landmark Montana court win adds momentum to fight for climate protections
Youth climate activists’ landmark legal victory against the state of Montana last week could set the stage for wider recognition of rights to protection from climate change, with litigants potentially challenging state permitting for fossil fuel projects directly.....MORE
Florida is considering a rule that would force state colleges to require restroom use “based on biological sex at birth”
State education officials on Wednesday are slated to weigh approval of a proposed rule that deals with the designation of restrooms and changing facilities at Florida colleges, amid broader efforts to require people to use bathrooms that line up with their sex assigned at birth.....MORE
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
SHAME: Only Black students at Florida school were singled out for bad test scores, report says
Parents at one Florida elementary school are upset that only Black students were singled out for bad test scores, regardless if they were below-average, average, or above-average, according to a report.
Black students at Bunnell Elementary in Flagler County were reportedly called into an assembly Friday and lectured about consequences of not being successful, according to WESH. The students were allegedly told if they’re not successful, they could end up killed or going to jail.
More HERE
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Poll: DeSantis’s support collapses ahead of 1st GOP debate
Last month, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis launched a heavily hyped campaign “reboot,” in hopes of saving his struggling bid for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination.
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