Finding Tampa
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Monday, November 21, 2011
23 Percent Of All Florida Children Live In Poverty
Nearly one in four Florida children under age 18 live in poverty, higher than the national average and a 1.2 percent increase over the previous year, according to data released last week by the U.S. Census.
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What Stogie Had For Lunch
Hot Cuban
With Black Beans and Yellow Rice.
$5.99 At Caribbean Cafe, 4801 Central Ave St Petersburg.
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With Black Beans and Yellow Rice.
$5.99 At Caribbean Cafe, 4801 Central Ave St Petersburg.
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Tampa Police Assistant Chief John Bennett
I Support the Aims of the Occupy Movement“The widening income gap between the rich and the poor in this country” is of grave concern to him. “If something is going to change in this country, it may come from this movement.”.....John Bennett
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Tampa Police Roll Out A Tank
To Deal With A Few Dozen Protesters.here
300,000 protesters are expected in town for the 2012 GOP Convention.
Friday, November 18, 2011
What Stogie Had For Lunch
Fried ChickenWith Mashed Potatoes and Baked Beans.
$6.19 At Maryland Fried Chicken, 315 N Alexander St, Plant City.
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The 13th Annual Ybor City Heritage & Cigar Festival
Saturday NOVEMBER 19, 201110am - 5pm
CENTENNIAL PARK
YBOR CITY
info
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Cuba and Herman Cain
Herman Cain criticizes the nation's "foggy foreign policy," but he's not so clear when it comes to talking about Cuba while he stumped in Little Havana.
Occupy Your Art Fundraiser
The Arts & Culture Workgroup is hosting a benefit at Czar for the Occupy Tampa Movement. Come bid for your favorite artwork at our silent auction on November 19, 2011. We have local music, artists, and guest speakers volunteering their time and creativity to end Corporate Greed and Corruption.Doors open at 8PM. $10 at Door.
1420 E 7th Ave Ybor City
info
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Plant City Pig Jam BBQ
Sat., Nov. 19, top teams from all over US compete at 9th annual Plant City Pig Jam State BBQ Championship. KCBS-sanctioned event, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Randy L. Larson Softball Four-Plex, 1500 S. Park Rd., Plant City, FL. Admission is free; parking is $5 per vehicle. About 70 team will compete and the rest of get to eat incredible BBQ ribs, pork, brisket and chicken. Also, sno-cones, lemonade and beer.
Cuban Food in Masaryktown
Cafe Masaryktown"Best Cuban North of Ybor City"
398 Broad St, Masaryktown
Ropa Vieja with Black Beans and Yellow Rice $8.49
398 Broad St, Masaryktown
Ropa Vieja with Black Beans and Yellow Rice $8.49
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Who are the 1%?
Which of the richest 1% are using their wealth and power to keep down the other 99%? Give us names and the reasons behind them; we'll take the best ones and
invite you to vote on which ones we'll expose through videos.
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Occupy Open Mic at Kiley Park Amphitheater
Wednesday, November 23 · 6:00pm - 11:00pmKiley Garden
400 N. Ashley Drive Tampa
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What Stogie Had For Lunch
Tacos With Beans and Rice.
$5.99 At Alvarez Mexican Restaurant, 1431 8TH Ave W, Palmetto
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Monday, November 14, 2011
New Tampa Blog: Days of Struggle
Kelly Benjamin's new blog is a source for news, opinion, and analysis from within the struggle for social, economic, and environmental justice. We seek to expand the definition of journalism and disseminate information and perspectives that have been ignored, neglected, or covered up by mainstream news outlets.
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Drinking Made Easy in Ybor City
HDNet's television series "Drinking Made Easy" features host Zane Lamprey and his drinking buddy Steve McKenna as they travel the US in search of the local drinks and drinking customs that have contributed to the birth, growth and distinction of our great country.
The Columbia Restaurant of Ybor City welcomed Zane Lamprey and the show's crew as fifth generation family member Andrea Gonzmart demonstrates how to make one of The Columbia's signature drinks, "Bloody Gazpacho."
Tampa Rally To Support The American Jobs Act
We are rallying at the Platt Street Bridge, a failing bridge that is now under re-construction. This work is partially being paid for by a federal grant--a perfect example of what improvements federal dollars bring to our area in support of infrastructure.Thursday, November 17th, 4:00 to 6:00 PM
Platt Street Bridge, Tampa
Info
Cheryl Schroeder
Executive Director West Central Florida Federation of Labor
863.583.3330 - Phone
813.368.7124 - Cell
cschroeder@wcffl.org
Platt Street Bridge, Tampa
Info
Cheryl Schroeder
Executive Director West Central Florida Federation of Labor
863.583.3330 - Phone
813.368.7124 - Cell
cschroeder@wcffl.org
Mike Fox
727.320.4502
727.320.4502
What Stogie Had For Lunch
Cheeseburger With Tater Tots
$4.99 At Dizzy Burger's, 1318 10th St W, Palmetto
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Sunday, November 13, 2011
Spotlight Tampa - KaBoom Tampa 2011
The KaBoom playground build at Cuscaden Park in Ybor City.
I played at this park as a boy.
City of Tampa Seeks Members for Advisory Committees
The Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Tampa is seeking individuals to serve on Community Advisory Committees for five Community Redevelopment Areas: Central Park, Channel District, Downtown, Drew Park, and Tampa Heights.
Information Sessions:
Tuesday, November 15 at 5:30 p.m. Or Wednesday, November 16 at 1 p.m.
Tampa Municipal Office Building
306 E. Jackson St. 2nd Floor North
(Parking available for a fee in City lot across Florida Avenue, enter on Kennedy or Jackson)
What Stogie Had For Lunch
Shrimp CreoleWith Yellow Rice and Yuca
$6.99 At Huracan, corner of Sligh and Central in Tampa.
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Saturday, November 12, 2011
The Bucs, Jags and Dolphins
Stop The Blackouts!Two Florida lawmakers are putting the NFL on notice, trying to prevent more home game blackouts.
Two proposed bills in the Florida Legislature target the state's professional sports teams.
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Anthony Metzmeier Homeless Pan Handler
I saw Anthony Metzmeier who is a Homeless man living in the woods in Brandon. I stopped and talked a little while with him and he had many questions as to why I am spending my time making these videos. My answer is simply that if I am able to do this and give others a way to be heard than I am doing my part.
TrueAmericanStory.com
Clintonaut
"I was lucky enough to work in Washington, D.C. for all eight years of the Clinton Administration. I've heard a lot of different names for folks who served in the Administration: "Clintonites" and "Clintonians" are the top two. I am not really a fan of either."......Benjamin Kirby
Friday, November 11, 2011
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Cube's Place
LOVE'N IT IN FLORIDAAttention: This is a Biker Web Site. You will find some Biker Art and a lot
of other good stuff . If nudity offends you... Leave now!
Or..........Click Here
Who's Steve Stanton?
I wouldn't have been suprised by Largo's actions if this had happened 50 years ago. Obviously, the city has some catching up to do. The Minaret 4 years ago.
Congratulations Again To Largo City Commissioner Michael Smith!
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Occupy Tampa: Meet the Protestors
The Occupy Wallstreet Movement has spread to the inner city streets of Tampa, well known as one of the country’s top financial districts. Men and women, young and old, are banding together to make a statement against big businesses.
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A Glimpse of Ybor City
A short video by Guido Maniscalco depicting his view of Ybor City in black and white.
We Just Sent an Extremist Packing
And Elected a ChampionTonight Michael Smith won his historic race to become the first LGBT person to win a seat on the Largo City Commission. Michael defeated a long time incumbent known for her anti-gay beliefs. The evening was a clean sweep for all the Equality Florida PAC endorsed candidates.
Congratulations are also in order to Steve Kornell, Charles Gerdes and Wengay Newton.
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Tuesday, November 8, 2011
What Stogie Had For Lunch
Pork ChopsWith Yellow Rice and Yuca
$4.99 At Huracan, corner of Sligh and Central in Tampa
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Saturday, November 5, 2011
Another Veteran Badly Hurt by Oakland Police/Thugs
Kayvan Sabehgi, 32, a former Army ranger who served two tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, is in intensive care with a ruptured spleen after being beaten with batons by police while he was walking home from an Occupy Oakland protest. After being arrested, he was left in agonizing pain for 18 hours before getting medical help.
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Rick Scott — Enemy of the State
Here’s the perfect gift for all of the Democrats on your Christmas list
from author by David Kearns.
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from author by David Kearns.
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USF Joins The Occupy Tampa Movement
USF students with assemble peacefully on the USF campus to protest the injustices in the school, including the student tuition hikes.
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