Ballast Point Park
Monday, March 2, 2009
Ybor City's Ferlita Macaroni Factory To Be Demolished
Less than six months after a wrecking crew tore through the 1913 Gary school, another historic building is on track to meet the same fate...........more
L'Olivier: Kicking up its heels in Ybor City
L'Olivier is the newest distraction in historic Ybor City. Is that like Oliver!, the 1968 musical? Or "Cousin Oliver" from The Brady Bunch? We sent Wingman correspondent Wade Tatangelo to find out. Here's his official report...........here
West Central Florida Beekeeper's Co-op
Eden's NectarIs the brand of honey that is always sold in the region where it is extracted from the hive. How do we do this? By representing your local beekeeper's and marketing their product direct to you..........more
Circulo Cubano de Tampa - Ybor City
On October 10, 1899, Cuban immigrants formed a recreational society known as El Club Nacional Cubano. Three years later, the society of three hundred members changed its name to El Círculo Cubano...........more
Destination: Spring Break in Ybor City
Looking for rich Spanish cuisine or some of the best nightclubs in the state? It is all less then two hours away in the colorful city of Ybor in Tampa.........more
Everglades Bike Ride Set for April 4
In support of the proposed RIVER OF GRASS GREENWAY BY THE NAPLES PATHWAYS COALITION. A unique opportunity that combines cycling, nature, history and culture.......here
10 Worst Cities For Commuters: Tampa Number 6
Tampa commuters are victims of urban sprawl. As late as 2005, 25% of area properties were classified as investment properties; this rate was almost double the national average..........more
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Guerrilla - The Taking of Patty Hearst
Wednesday, March 4, 8:00pmCafe Bohemia, 937 Central Ave. St. Petersburg
TAMPA MARATHON ON BAYSHORE
With an approaching rainstorm, the runners are on their way down Beautiful Bayshore Blvd in Tampa Florida. The temperatures were cool, but the spirits were high as thousands made their way to Macdill Air force Base for the turnaround point..........more
Alina Meador Of Brandon Captures Tampa Bay Area Spelling Bee
Fifteen of the area's pre-eminent middle schoolers gathered at Saturday's spelling bee at Admiral Farragut Academy to compete in the art of reciting letters from memory...........more
Saturday, February 28, 2009
The Blue Lizard Hookah Lounge In Ybor City
Mike Higgins brings the hose to his mouth and inhales one deep puff. He blows out, and a cloud of watermelon-flavored smoke floats, then dissipates above him. He leans back against the plush red couch, putting his feet on the edge of the coffee table where his hookah is gurgling..........more
Tampa's Homeless Census Puts A Number To The Need
On the front porch of a boarded-up bungalow in the shadow of downtown Tampa, a woman using a rucksack for a pillow and a thin blanket against the night chill sleeps on.........moreFiesta Day in Ybor City
This event even has party in its name, Fiesta Day in Ybor City! This is the time to tear yourself away from the Tampa Bay area beaches and head over to historic Ybor City! It all happens this Saturday, and here are the details.........more
Tampa Dogs Find A Home
"It was the day of the inauguration," recalled the 37-year-old, who requested the use of her nickname instead of her real name, due to the backlash she's received from some not-so-pleasant animal activists. "I had been looking for a home for both of my dogs together for over four months. My house was in foreclosure, and I knew it was a bad time.".............more
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Douchebag Tom DeLay rips Charlie Crist
Strong words from one of the greatest congressional douchebags of the last decade, but Tom DeLay blames Charlie Crist for Florida’s fiscal tanking...........more
Tampa Council Weighs Giving Preference To Local Vendors
Councilwoman Mary Mulhern Says the Iorio administration should adopt new policies giving locals preference over out-of-town firms on bids for good and services. "We need to change the way we look at the local economy," she said at today's council workshop.
"There is growing consensus that local is what's going to save us."............more
Big Brothers Big Sisters Seeks UT for Help
In 2008, Big Brothers Big Sisters matched 2,250 children with mentors in Hillsborough, Pasco and Polk counties. With the economic downfall in the last year, it has left many more children, approximately 800 and counting, stuck on this waiting list........more
Tampa Theatre Offers Oscar Fame For A Night
Sylvia Martinez-Hasque didn't have to travel 2,500 miles to Hollywood to experience the glitz of Oscar night. She stayed in her hometown instead, bought a VIP ticket to the Tampa Theatre's Oscar Night Party tonight and became a celebrity for the 30 seconds it took to sashay down the red carpet..........more
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Walk Before You Run
Thinking about running for elected office? If public service appeals to you, but you're unsure if you have what it takes to be a viable candidate and do what it takes to run a successful campaign, this workshop is for you............moreThe Studio @ 620, 620 First Avenue South, St. Petersburg, Florida
Monday, February 23, 2009
Sunday, February 22, 2009
The Florida Wing Of The GOP Hypocrisy Hall Of Fame
Adam Putnam, Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, Lincoln Diaz-Balart, Tom Rooney, Mario Diaz-Balart, Ginny Brown-Waite, Cliff Stearns, John Mica, and Bill Posey...........here
Batman and Robin Verses The Tampa Police
It looks like the saga of Batman and Robin verses the Tampa Police Department may be over, for now at least. Batman was in court on Monday to face charges of wearing a mask in public and guess what? He won! That's right. There is justice after all............moreSaturday, February 21, 2009
Cookie and Coco Need A Home
Please pass along to all family, friends, co-workers - spread the word and help find these two adorable labs a home. You never know who may want to adopt them or who may know someone that does.........more Contact: Katherine at: kjmorris74@yahoo.com
Body Worlds Exhibit at MOSI
At $18.95, the ticket price includes both the extensive Body Worlds exhibit but also, for a limited time, one standard IMAX® Dome Theatre film. You will want to make a day of it, as MOSI, the IMAX Dome and the Body Worlds exhibit are all quite robust, and you'll want to devote as much time as you can to each exhibit.........more
Hillsborough River Bridge at Fort Foster
Major General George A. McCall wrote of his experience as a young officer working to open a military road from Tampa Bay to what is today Ocala in Marion County. This was the Fort King Road, traces of which can still be seen through central Florida's palmetto and pine forests...........more
Tampa Courthouse Making People Sick
Tampa's Federal Courthouse is making people sick, Florida Senator Bill Nelson announced today. Nelson surveyed the damage and declared the problem goes beyond malpractice. It was "bordering on criminal."........more
Tampa Bay Area Celebrates Florida Bike Month
For the third consecutive year, Tampa BayCycle, an initiative that encourages commuters to cycle to work, school, for errands or play, will hit the streets of the Bay area, this year during the month of March, Florida's Bike Month...........more
Stogie's Oscar Picks
Actor in a Leading Role: Mickey RourkeActor in a Supporting Role: Josh Brolin
Actress in a Leading Role: Kate Winslet
Actress in a Supporting Role: Amy Adams
Best Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
Art Direction: Changeling
Cinematography: The Dark Kniight
Directing: The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button
a common thing to break on cars in tampa florida
A very common occurrence in Tampa, that being the busted electric driver’s side window (the girl driving the car has the door open because the window won’t roll down due to an electrical failure)...........more
Friday, February 20, 2009
Sightseeing in Tampa
With 165 parks and beaches within the city limits of Tampa, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the temperate climate, sea air and sand between your toes. You’re not likely to miss a meal with the multitude of fine dining options before or after enjoying the exciting nightlife or fun attractions............more
Thursday, February 19, 2009
The Friendship Bridge Is Falling Down
Thousands of boaters might have to settle for fewer fishing spots after Hillsborough County Public Works officials issue a stern warning against boaters going under the dilapidated Friendship Trail Bridge..........more
The Upper Tampa Bay/Suncoast Trail Connection
This morning I ventured to the Hillsborough County Commission meeting to see what action the commissioners would take about extending the Upper Tampa Bay Trail seven miles and extending it to the Suncoast Trail. Don't hold your breath, folks........moreWednesday, February 18, 2009
Hillsborough County Commissioner Kevin White Irate
Last month, Hillsborough County's public affairs television producers taped an interview with former state Sen. Les Miller for a 30-minute program on blacks in politics..........more
Benefit For Cypress Creek At Skipper's Smokehouse
Zach Deputy and Tribal StyleFriday, Feb. 27, 8 pm to Midnight
Call Denise Layne at 813-246-0485 for more information on the fundraiser.
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