Friday, August 18, 2023
Matt Gaetz's "Prayer in School" bill is an unconstitutional hot mess
Tampa Locavore
Developments potentially coming to Ybor City
Thursday, August 17, 2023
The Tampa 5 USF Protesters
Two of the “Tampa Five” and their Attorney, Michelle Lambo, joined MidPoint to discuss their case and their efforts to educate about and protest the DeSantis education agenda. The two young USF activists, former employee Chrisley Carpio and student Gia Davila, along with 3 other student activists associated with Tampa Students for a Democratic Society, are now facing serious felony charges for protesting Gov. Ron DeSantis’ culture wars, and Republican legislative efforts to ban diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives on college campuses.....MORE
National Hurricane Center now monitoring 4th area, one of which has 70% chance of development
The National Hurricane Center is now monitoring a fourth area, one of which has a 70% chance of development within the next seven days.
The newest system is located out in the Atlantic, south of two other areas of possible development, according to the National Hurricane Center. Another system has a low chance of development in the western Gulf of Mexico.
More HERE
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Exploring Tampa's History Through Photographs
One area in the Gulf, two in the Atlantic have potential to develop
We're now monitoring three areas for potential development. There are two tropical waves in the Atlantic, and one area in the Gulf of Mexico....MORE
Local Black history exhibit tells the story of Black life in the Tampa Bay area
Taking a journey into history to learn more about African American life in the Tampa Bay area is now easier than ever. That’s because the Tampa Bay History Center recently opened an exhibit highlighting Black life in the Tampa Bay area.....MORE
Deal over Florida’s redistricting plan could lead to restoration of Black-dominant district
Voting rights groups that sued state officials over a Florida redistricting plan championed by Gov. Ron DeSantis have agreed to narrow the scope of the lawsuit to a single congressional seat that was redrawn and diminished Black voting power in north Florida.....MORE
JENerational Change: Cornel West FEARMONGERING Continues, Hawaii Devastation Grows w/ John Russell of MPU
Hosted by Jen Perelman and Peter Hager
We'll be joined by John Russell of More Perfect Union to discuss his recent interviews with Trump voters that really turned heads.. in a good way.
We'll also discuss the continued fear mongering corporate media is doing over Cornel West's Green Party run, as they flop between whether Biden is the strongest candidate and therefore needs no competition, or Cornel West's Green Party run is going to tip the election against Biden.
Also discussing the devastation in Hawaii as the recovery effort following the fires begins, with tragic numbers pouring in daily.
Tuesday, August 15, 2023
Tropical activity starting to increase
Fox 13 meteorologist Jim Weber is watching two areas of disturbed weather. Jim says one area is moving towards the west but is starting to diminish and only has a ten percent chance of turning into a storm. Jim is also watching one system working its way off the coast of Africa. Models say it could weaken over the weekend due to wind shear.
3 major jobs fairs coming to Tampa with ZooTampa, Lightning, and TPA
We are gearing up for a new fall and holiday season, and three major hubs in the city of Tampa are hosting big job fairs ahead of a hopefully busy end of the year.....MORE
Tampa Hoods: Ybor City
Ron DeSantis says he got COVID-19 jab so he wouldn’t be ‘out of pocket’
Florida’s Governor is offering a new take on his inoculation against COVID-19 early in the pandemic. He says he got it so he could keep doing his job.
During a press conference with reporters in New England, Gov. Ron DeSantis explained that he got the “one and done” Johnson & Johnson jab so he wouldn’t run the risk of being “out of pocket” during a critical time for the state.
More HERE
A New Neighborhood Hangout -- Renovations Begin at Kid Mason Community Center
The City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department will begin renovations to the Kid Mason Community Center with a groundbreaking ceremony this Wednesday, August 16.....MORE
Equality Florida announces Parenting with Pride effort to advocate for LGBTQ families
Equality Florida is forming a new parental rights organization to advocate for families with LGBTQ members. Organizers say “Parenting with Pride” already has more than 1,000 families from Pensacola to Key West.....MORE
Songbird Shella in Seminole Heights
What Stogie Had For Lunch
Curry Chicken
With Beans, Rice, Platanos and Cabbage
Mojo Monday in Ybor City
Ybor City, Florida
SHAMEFUL: Arkansas follows Florida in attacking Black History courses
One of the most refreshing aspects of the modern GOP is that they’re no longer hiding their hateful ideology, the hoods are off, and we know exactly who we’re talking about.....MORE
AP Psychology course back in Hillsborough County Public Schools
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Advanced Placement Psychology classes are back at Hillsborough County public schools following a confusing back-and-forth with Florida’s Department of Education.....MORE
A look at the 19 people charged in Georgia indictment connected to Trump election scheme
Donald Trump and 18 other associates were charged Monday in Georgia as part of a sweeping indictment alleging they schemed to illegally overturn his 2020 election loss and stop the peaceful transition of power.....MORE
Some Tampa council members have concerns with new budget increasing taxes
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor proposed raising the mileage by 1.0 which would increase taxes for those living in the city.
Tampa city council members expressed concerns about the mayor's proposed budget for 2024.
On Monday evening, the council heard the same concerns from those in the public. During public comment, Tampa residents said the city is getting too expensive and costly. A majority of those who spoke said they don't want to see a tax increase.
More HERE
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