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Saturday, September 23, 2023
The federal government is headed into a shutdown. What does it mean, who's hit and what's next?
While some government entities will be exempt — Social Security checks, for example, will still go out — other functions will be severely curtailed. Federal agencies will stop all actions deemed non-essential, and millions of federal employees, including members of the military, won't receive paychecks.....MORE
Low-income SunRunner bus riders call fare increase “heartless” and “narcissistic”
“They’re going to try, it’s not going to work, people…because I was homeless a little bit for a little while, and nothing’s gonna stop you from getting money to ride a bus. So it’s not really… it may stop a few people but it’s not going to stop it. The people on the beach who are against it: I doubt any of them have struggled or been poor. And I just say to the people of the city, listen to the actual people.”
Hillsborough County awarded 4.6 million in federal funds to address youth homelessness
Hillsborough County received an award of 4.6 million dollars towards ending youth homelessness. The federal funding was announced in Tampa on Wednesday. The funds were given to the Tampa/Hillsborough County Continuum of Care, or CoC.....MORE
Ron DeSantis thinks states should enforce immigration policy if feds aren’t doing it ‘fully’
DeSantis has vowed to render “cartel” members crossing the border “stone cold dead” and has suggested border crossers be treated like Al Qaeda. It’s unclear if state forces would have the right to execute illegal entrants under his policy scheme.....MORE
Federal Court Won’t Rehear Florida Elections Law Fight
In a victory for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Republican legislators, a full federal appeals court Thursday declined to take up a challenge to a 2021 Florida elections law that opponents contend discriminated against Black voters.....MORE
33rd Annual Hyde Park Village Art Fair
When:
Saturday, October 7th, 2023
10:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday, October 8th, 2023
10:00am to 5:00pm
Where:
Cost:
Free Admission
Brightline arrives in Orlando as service to Miami begins
After years in the making, Brightline on Friday launched its first trains from Orlando and Miami on the grand opening of its new connecting service. The rail system provides service between Miami and Orlando International Airport, with stops throughout South Florida.
Florida's Rep. Maxwell Frost on new Office of Gun Violence Prevention
Florida Rep. Maxwell Frost has been a staunch advocate for gun violence prevention before and after being elected to Congress.
‘Fueling America’s freedom’: Ron DeSantis rolls out energy policy
New College president Richard Corcoran faces skeptical public at Tampa luncheon
Chip Litherland / New College Of Florida
New College interim president Richard Corcoran addressed faculty turnover, student enrollment and his vision for the college during an at-times contentious luncheon Friday in Tampa.
The event, hosted by the Tampa Tiger Bay Club professional organization, featured a rare back-and-forth between Corcoran and members of the public, some of whom were alumni and parents of students at the public liberal arts college in Sarasota.
More HERE
Lakeland Punk Rock Flea Market Vol. 7
Lakeland Punk Rock Flea Market
Sunday, Sept. 24 from NOON to 6PM
@Swan Brewing
FREE EVENT!
For more information,
Go to the Facebook Event Page
Fall Family Fest
FREE FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
Saturday, Sept. 23 from 11:00AM to 3PM
Shop local businesses and enjoy free giveaways, live entertainment and food vendors at the Fall Family Fest 2023 on the first day of fall. This year's location offers an on-site dog park.
This community event benefits Camelot Community Care, a local nonprofit that helps families and children experiencing abuse, neglect, behavioral health and substance abuse issues.
Reserve a Spot HERE
Friday, September 22, 2023
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Rep. Maxwell Frost discusses creation of new federal Office of Gun Violence Prevention
Central Florida Congressman Maxwell Frost stood beside President Joe Biden at the White House Friday as Biden formally announced the creation of a federal Office of Gun Violence Prevention.....MORE
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FIGHT FOR 25?: Florida Minimum Wage Set To Go To $12
Florida’s minimum wage will increase to $12 an hour on Sept. 30, as the state continues carrying out a constitutional amendment that eventually will lead to a $15 minimum wage.....MORE
UAW will expand strike to 38 GM and Stellantis facilities
The United Auto Workers will expand its strike to 38 General Motors and Stellantis parts distribution centers at 38 locations in 20 states at Noon on Friday, UAW President Shawn Fain announced Friday morning during a Facebook livestream.....MORE
Councilwoman Hurtak focused on rapid rehousing options for families
A portion of the annual budget, which was passed by Tampa City Council, has been allocated for affordable housing. District 3 City Councilwoman Lynn Hurtak has announced that funds will be set aside to address the growing issue of homelessness. Her priority will be to focus on rapid rehousing for families. She says her proposal could fill the gap and house families that may not qualify to stay at existing shelters.....MORE
Thursday, September 21, 2023
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4 Florida members of Congress endorse Debbie Mucarsel-Powell for Senate
Half the Democrats in Florida’s congressional delegation agree on who should be the party nominee for U.S. Senate next year.
U.S. Reps. Kathy Castor, Lois Frankel, Maxwell Frost and Debbie Wasserman Schultz are endorsing former U.S. Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, a Miami Democrat.
More HERE
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