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Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Ned The Tampa Elephant
He weighs a ton less than he should weigh. His cheeks are gaunt. His shoulder blades, sternum, hips and spine protrude from his leathery 9-foot-6 frame. But 21-year-old Ned, a captive-born Asian elephant from Tampa, wobbled slowly out of a trailer Sunday into a new phase of his life........here
Monday, November 10, 2008
Florida, Where 62% Of The Voters Are Bigots
I wish everyone well in Florida, but if I had my way, the tourist industry would take a huge dump. I am encouraging everyone I know not to visit ar vacation there...........here
Inside A Converted Cigar Factory In The Heart Of Ybor City
A group of Barack Obama staffers hunch over their laptops in intense, nearly silent concentration. This is the nerve center of Obama's Florida operation, and the election is four days away........here
Chickens of Ybor City
No one really knows how long chickens have been roaming Ybor City. I’d guess they have been there since the late 1800s, but I know I have seen them strutting around Ybor for the last 25 years or so, which makes the “Chickens of Ybor City” an older franchise than many of the businesses currently found on 7th Avenue........here
Great Job Howard Dean
After four years at the helm of the Democratic National Committee, Howard Dean is preparing to relinquish his chairmanship........here
ASAP: Homeless Services St. Petersburg, Florida
Our Mission...is to provide housing and basic necessities to the homeless through a Drop-In-Center and Emergency Shelter. Our focus is to guide individuals toward achievement of self-sufficiency and independent living..........here
Seminole Heights Country Hoe-Down Porch Party
November 29th, 8:00 pm at 120 West Hiawatha Street. Tampa
Regardless Of Vote, Tampa's Black Faithful Support Obama
Religion and politics often conflict and are perhaps best not discussed in good company; but they received equal time Sunday in the pulpits and pews of predominantly black congregations in the Tampa Bay area...........here
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Lieberman Must Go!
We CANNOT tolerate a leader of the Senate Democratic Caucus who supports George Bush and McCain's War in Iraq. We CANNOT tolerate a Democratic chairman of the Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee who endorses and stumps for McCain. We call on the Senate Democratic Steering Committee to strip Joe Lieberman of his chairmanship and his leadership role.
Saturday, November 8, 2008
Buddy Johnson Needs To Be Investigated
Rep. Kathy Castor asked the U.S. Justice Department to intervene in the Hillsborough County election debacle, citing concerns about the slow counting of ballots from Tuesday's general election and reported irregularities in the voting process...........here
Save The Friendship Trail
The Friendship Trail Bridge was closed indefinitely Thursday, severing the only link between Tampa and St. Petersburg for pedestrians, cyclists and inline skaters........here
2008 Tampa Bay Heart Walk
This year was extra special because we were walking for Kelly's (beach wedding) baby, Aaron, who was born with a heart defect and, unfortunately, passed away after his first surgery.......here
Tampa Rejects 25-Year TECO Deal
About 40 residents of Seminole Heights criticized the utility for butchering trees and spoiling the aesthetics on the public land where power lines run. Environmental advocates want to seize this opportunity to force the utility to do more with renewable energy...........here
Ernest Hooper's Grandmother
Ann Nixon Cooper, 106, Ernest Hooper’s grandmother, was featured in Obama’s victory speech Tuesday night........here
Tampa Bay We Did It!
Congratulations To:PoHo, Sticks Of Fire, Pushing Rope, Tiny Little Dots, Litbrit, Out In Left Field, Tampa's Back Door Ways, WMNF, Tommy In Old Seminole Heights, Mariella Smith, Tampa Bay O-Train, Re/Creating Tampa, DFA Tampa Bay, Madfloridian, The Spencerian, Little Joe, Tampa Bay Blue, Bartlett Park, Brown Suger Pages, David Pinero, Daniel McKay, C4RG, The Official and Uncensored Beat Brian Blair, The Blair Watch Project
Brian Blair And Buddy Johnson Have A Good Life.
If I Left Anyone Out Please Let Me Know.
Rep. Kevin Ambler's Olfaction
"We are the quiet majority that goes out and gets things done. ... I smell victory".........Rep. Kevin Ambler
New Signs For Downtown Tampa
The City of Tampa unveiled new downtown signs today that will shine a ray of light on the heart of Florida’s West Coast and guide visitors to discover all the city has to offer........here
Monument To Slain Detective Dedicated In Ybor
A monument honoring Detective Rick Childers, Detective Randy Bell and Florida Highway Patrol Trooper James Crooks was unveiled Friday afternoon during the graduation program at Hillsborough Community College's law enforcement academy..........here
Blair Isn't Ready To Admit Defeat
Hillsborough County Commissioner Brian Blair said this morning he is not ready to concede defeat in his race with Democrat Kevin Beckner..........here
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Good Bye Buddy Johnson
Hillsborough Supervisor of Elections Buddy Johnson conceded his re-election race tonight, after a day of counting early vote results showed a commanding lead by his challenger, Phyllis Busansky............here
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Strawberry High In Plant City, Florida
The East Hillsborough strawberry industry has entered into the fray over the naming rights to a new high school opening there in the fall, and no one is laughing........here
Florida Passes Hate Amendment
Tonight voters in Florida approved an amendment to the state constitution that bars lesbian and gay couples from marriage. This is obviously very disappointing to the many lesbian and gay couples in the state who form lasting commitments just like straight couples and need legal protections for their families..........here
Detroit Dude Looking For Good Bud In Tampa
Ive been smoking for almost 10 years now and i just moved from Detroit Michigan down to Tampa Florida. I dont know of any good places to find good bud.. In Detroit i had my dealers and could go downtown or to areas like 7 and 8 mile. If you from Tampa and know where to find good bud or could possibly hook me up yourself, please email me...........hereStates Decriminalize Pot
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