Saturday, June 26, 2010

Ybor City: Where Cigars Are Still King

At the turn of the 20th century, Tampa, Florida,was the “Cigar Capital of the World.” Ybor City, a section of Tampa located near the port,was the center of cigar manufacturing........here

Tampa Bay Brewing Company

Started back in 1996 by the Doble family, TBBC is located in the entertainment district of Tampa known as Ybor City. They offer seasonal beers, year-round taps, a full menu, and a mug club frequent drinker program.......here

Ybor City's First Fire Station

The Mirta Hook and Ladder Volunteer Fire Station was established on this site. The station was named in honor of the youngest daughter of Don Vicente Martinez Ybor, founder of Ybor City.......here

The Ybor City Tattoo Company

Grand Opening & Art Show
Sunday, July 11, 2010 - 6pm to 10pm
Ybor City Tattoo Company
1730 7th Ave, Ybor City
info

Friday, June 25, 2010

Raining Oil In Louisiana

Dr. Riki Ott In Tarpon Springs

Dr. Riki Ott came to speak to the local community and fishermen of Tarpon Springs. For those of you that do not know who she is, she is an Exxon Valdez survivor. She has written two books about her experiences......here

Stogie Recommends

The Book of Eli

A 2010 American action film directed by the Hughes brothers, written by Gary Whitta, and starring Denzel Washington, Gary Oldman, Jennifer Beals and Mila Kunis.

Thursday, June 24, 2010

The Stogie Is Unemployed!

Is The Economy Getting Better?
The Company I Was Working For Closed Its Doors.

"Cuba" The Official Newspaper of the Cuban Revolutionary Party

On this site was published the historic newspaper "Cuba," dedicated to the cause of Cuban Independence. "Cuba" was the successor of "El Critico De Ybor City." Its editor was Ramon Rivero y Rivero, a great revolutionist. In 1891 Rivero collaborated with Jose Marti in drafting the Basis for the Cuban Revolutionary Party.......here

Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County

1st Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Emerald Greens Golf Resort & Country Club
Monday, September 20 at 11:00 am
info

Ghosts of Ybor: Charlie Wall Story

Friday, July 2 7Pm at Centro Muvico, Ybor City
info

Right Wing Celebrities

Hollywood stars and celebrities are generally considered to be a liberal and Democratic-leaning community, but these celebrities are all declared Republicans according to the FEC, or known conservatives.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

U.S. District Judge Martin Feldman

The Louisiana judge who struck down the Obama administration's six-month ban on deepwater oil drilling in the Gulf of Mexico has reported extensive investments in the oil and gas industry, according to financial disclosure reports. He's also a new member of a secret national security court......here
List Of Feldman’s Income In 2008

Josh Burgin: Brian Blair's Minnie-Me

On Friday of last week, Josh Burgin qualified to run against
Hillsborough County Commissioner Mark Sharpe
for the at-large seat Sharpe has held for the last six years. As for his platform. It basically boils down to one issue: he’s opposed to the transportation infrastructure improvement plan Sharpe supports......here

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

It's Good Public Relations

Tampa Police Chief Jane Castor
A Tampa Police officer was caught on tape walking his horse through a crowded Ybor City bar, and the police chief said she approves of it. The 37 second video was posted on YouTube.....here

Team Tudor at: Red, White, and Kaboom 2010

Saturday, July 3, 2010 - 6:00pm - 9:30pm
Lake Mirror, Lakeland
info

In Memory of Britton Hardy

here

Tampa, Do We Need To Break Up?

There comes that moment you know its over. Despite all your efforts it’s time to pack up shop and just go home. It’s heartbreaking to walk away from something you invested so much hope into.......here

Columbia Restaurant In Ybor City

Tales Of Remarkable Longevity And Success
This week, the Columbia is honoring nearly 90 employees who have been with the restaurant's various locations for more than 10 years......more

Vicente Martinez-Ybor

Pioneer Of The Cigar Industry In Florida And Founder Of Ybor City.
here

Oil Spill Nearing Tampa Bay

Friends Of Stogie

In Tampa

Monday Mosaic Ybor City

slf photography

The Bricks In Ybor City

The restaurant/gallery/coffeeshop is the new venture of Skatepark of Tampa owner Brian Schaefer and other key partners.
here

Hands Across The Sand

Gandy Bridge
Saturday, June 26th, 11:00 AM
info

Monday, June 21, 2010

Joe Redner For Florida House District 58

here

Tampa Cop And Horse Through A Bar



In Ybor City

Lawton "Bud" Chiles Campaigns In Ybor City

Last week, the Florida governor’s race got a little more interesting when Lawton “Bud” Chiles III entered the race without party affiliation. Though he’s the son of former governor Lawton Chiles, he’s still somewhat unknown. Today the gubernatorial hopeful was in Ybor City talking about the changes he’d like to see in Tallahassee.......more

Historical Hand Painted Tiles, Ybor City

here

Ybor City Engagement Session

Jason Angelini Photography

Phone Bank for Doug Tudor

We Will Be Dialing For Doug
6:30 to 8:00 pm June 22 and 24 from the law offices of Gary Miracle, 1353 Oakfield Drive.
For More Information
Contact Kent Bailey, Hillsborough County Volunteer Coordinator, at 813-235-8874 or Kent@TeamTudor.Org

Sunday, June 20, 2010

Stay Out Of The Way On Beach Protection

Florida County Tells Feds
If you live in Okaloosa County, Florida, or Destin on Florida's Emerald Coast and are wondering who's going to be calling the shots if black crude oil comes ashore -- wonder no more. It won't be the federal government......here

Michael E. Arth For Florida Governor

Biking Mike in Ft. Lauderdale
here

Friends Of Stogie

In Tampa

Saturday, June 19, 2010

Mayor Pam Iorio Wants Flights To Cuba From TIA

Mayor Pam Iorio sent Obama a letter Wednesday asking him grant the airport status as an authorized port of entry and exit for the flights. She says Tampa has a significant Cuban community, which would benefit greatly from access to direct flights......here

Pictures of Tampa

Jordi Scrubbings

Saturday, June 12, 2010

Ybor City: New Life In The City’s Historic District

At the turn of the 20th century, Tampa, Florida, was the “Cigar Capital of the World.” Ybor City, a section of Tampa located near the port, was the center of cigar manufacturing. High quality cigar tobacco was imported from Cuba and thousands of skilled workers hand rolled millions of fine cigars......here