Thank you Lew Sibert for bringing me here a few years ago. Paris isn't Paris without some jazz.
Monday, February 27, 2023
Florida Straight Up Lied About AP African-American Studies Course, College Board Says
“We deeply regret not immediately denouncing the Florida Department of Education’s slander,” the College Board said on Saturday. more
Sunday, February 26, 2023
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Millions who rely on Medicaid may be booted from program
If you get health care coverage through Medicaid, you might be at risk of losing that coverage over the next year....MORE
Tampa city staff opposes creation of new entertainment district after pushing Ybor noise ordinance
Last year, the city passed an ordinance that banned amplified sound in Ybor after midnight and it was quickly repealed.
Representatives of Mayor Jane Castor’s administration have recommended against creating another entertainment district in Tampa, following controversy over a law that targeted noise levels in Ybor City and other entertainment districts.
More HERE
Saturday, February 25, 2023
Rubio questions planned visit by Cuban Border Guard delegation to Washington next week
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Rubio urged President Joe Biden on Friday to “immediately” cancel a trip by members of the Cuban Border Guard and diplomats from the island to visit the U.S. Coast Guard headquarters in Washington and tour port facilities in North Carolina next week. MORE
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And Now For Something Completely Different......And Totally Awesome
A mom-and-calf humpback duo surprised whale watchers off the coast of Lāhainā, Maui, by breaching the water one after another on January 20. One of the onlookers, Vicki Kysella, said, ‘Out of nowhere, Mama shocked us all with a giant breach followed by the baby’s breach right next to our boat. If you take a look at each whale’s pectoral fin you can also see the baby’s fin is much stubbier — because the baby was much closer to the boat, it looks as large as mom.’
Early voting for Tampa municipal election begins Monday
Election Day is nearly two weeks away, but registered voters can begin casting their ballots for Tampa's municipal election this Monday.....MORE
Early Voting Locations
C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library
2607 E Dr. MLK, Jr. Blvd
Fred B. Karl County Center
601 E Kennedy Blvd
Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library
3910 S Manhattan Ave
New Tampa Regional Library
10001 Cross Creek Blvd
North Tampa Branch Library
8916 North Blvd
Robert L. Gilder Elections Service Center
2514 N Falkenburg Rd
West Tampa Branch Library
2312 W Union St
What You Need To Know
- Early voting begins Monday, February 27th
- Early voting sites throughout Tampa will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m
- Election Day is on March 7th
- You must be registered to vote in Hillsborough County and live in Tampa to vote in this election
What To Bring To The Voting Site
Bring one or two forms of identification that include your signature and photo. Without proper identification, you may still vote a provisional ballot, which will later be evaluated by a canvassing board for eligibility.
Nikki Fried wins race to lead Florida Democrats
After a contentious election, the former Agriculture Commissioner won on the first ballot.
The Florida Democratic Party has elected former Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried as its new State Chair.
More HERE
DeSantis, GOP lawmakers pursue efforts to weaken news media protections
DeSantis has targeted one political enemy after another, from removing a top state prosecutor in Tampa who disagreed with him on abortion rights to promoting an “anti-woke” agenda that limits the teaching of racism in public schools and diversity hiring programs at universities. He even went after business behemoth Disney when its CEO opposed an educational bill. MORE
St. Pete approves possible $50k for increased abortion access
A reproductive rights resolution and Tampa Bay Abortion Fund allocation now head to a full council vote.
Thursday morning in St. Petersburg, two motions concerning the protection of reproductive rights and allocation of funds for abortion services passed in committee unanimously.
More HERE
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