Tuesday, September 12, 2023
Beats on the Street takes over Water Street Tampa
Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere as Water Street comes alive with sounds of local talented musicians. Jazz, folk, pop, and everything in between – Beats on the Street has something for everyone. Join us on the streets for a leisurely stroll and traverse a musical landscape, discovering hidden gems of talent at every turn. While you’re here, stop by our neighborhood restaurants and shops and enjoy street food, pop-up shops, live art, and more!....MORE
BEATS ON THE STREET
Saturday, September 23
3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
This event is free and open to the public
Click HERE to view and reserve parking
Monday, September 11, 2023
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Celebrate the 13th Annual Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest Tampa 2023
October 13-15
Friday: 4pm-11pm
Saturday: 11am-11pm
Sunday: 11am-6pm
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
General Admission - $10
Get Tickets HERE
Both sides seek a quick resolution to the fight over Florida’s Congressional district maps
Seeking a final ruling before the legislative session starts in January, both sides in a battle over a congressional redistricting plan asked an appeals court Friday to fast-track the case to the Florida Supreme Court.
The joint request by attorneys for the state and voting-rights groups was expected: They had filed a document last month in Leon County circuit court signaling that they would seek to effectively bypass the 1st District Court of Appeal and go straight to the Supreme Court.
More HERE
Neo-Nazi groups spew hate outside Disney World and near Orlando, officials say
Groups of neo-Nazis and white supremacists spread antisemitic, white supremacist and anti-LGBTQ messages outside Disney World and in the nearby Orlando, Florida, area Saturday in the latest examples of rising antisemitism in the U.S., officials said.....MORE
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Brain Drain: Draconian Laws Have Educators Fleeing The Red States
A survey of over 1,900 Texas faculty members reveals that the political environment in the state is the primary factor driving professors' intentions to leave, with more than 25% planning to seek positions outside Texas due to political interference and discontent with the state of higher education.
Debris pickup ongoing in hard hit Tampa Bay areas from Hurricane Idalia
Clean-up and debris pick-up is ongoing in hard-hit areas of Tampa Bay from Hurricane Idalia.
Several counties are still recovering from flooding and damage from the storm in the area from the Shore Acres neighborhood in St. Petersburg to communities around Weeki Wachee. Debris and trash pickup began in the last week in areas like Citrus and Hernando counties, but more progress needs to be made for some.
Yes, scammers call people and ask ‘Can you hear me?’
Robocallers and spam callers do try to get people to respond over the phone, and commonly use yes-or-no questions like “Can you hear me?” to do so. These calls can be used to confirm that your number is active so future telemarketers or scammers can call you.....MORE
COURT BATTLE: Planned Parenthood takes on Florida abortion ban
Planned Parenthood lawyer Whitney White provided a statement after arguing the case: “The state has now asked the court to wipe out any constitutional protection for Floridians’ ability to have an abortion at all, clearing the way for Florida to enforce Gov. DeSantis’ ban on abortion at six weeks of pregnancy, a time when many people don’t even know they are pregnant. The Florida Supreme Court should respect the rule of law and protect the right of people to make personal medical decisions during pregnancy for themselves.”....MORE
After conservative overhaul, New College of Florida faces federal civil rights investigation
The U.S. Department of Education has launched an investigation into New College of Florida’s trustees and administration following a civil rights complaint filed on Aug. 22, according to a letter sent Friday from the agency to the college's president.....MORE
Florida Christians Rebel Against Ron DeSantis
Some Black churches and congregations in Florida are teaching their own versions of Black history that they say is different from the guidelines imposed earlier this year by the state.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, a Republican currently seeking his party's 2024 nomination for president, has received direct criticism from some after the Florida Department of Education (DOE) implemented changes to educational curriculum for K-12 students in July.
More HERE
Sunday, September 10, 2023
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Housing First is a proven solution to homelessness in America
Providing a safe, secure roof overhead immediately, then addressing other social service needs, is the most humane response to the needs of both our clients and the unhoused whose struggles play out in our cities’ streets. It is also the most effective response, as Housing First’s success in venues from Houston to Helsinki shows. Housing First sharply reduces the number of people who are unhoused and cuts the high cost of government interventions connected to homelessness.....MORE
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