Crews work through backlog of sidewalk projects in Hillsborough County

Crews have been working through a lengthy backlog as they slowly repair crumbling sidewalks in Hillsborough County.

For months, workers have been fixing sidewalks in the Town and Country neighhborhood. The repairs include freshening up a portion of Hanley Road near Nesting Place Court.

County officials say they have a long list of projects and they are 9-10 years behind schedule. The delay is partly because of money.

Read More

Ybor Paparazzi

Scott and Ashley from Chicago

Ybor City artists welcome delegation from Cuba

What Stogie Had For Lunch

Stewed Chicken

With Beans and Rice

$6.49 Lunch Special 

Hines Caribbean Cuisine

3313 N. Nebraska Ave, Ybor Heights

Tampa's Best Jamaican Food!

Ybor City Tampa Florida 4K

Tampa Hoods: Ybor City

7th Ave

The Florida GOP on Guantanamo Bay

Gaza health ministry: More than 5,000 people killed in war with Israel

An estimated 5,087 people in Gaza have been killed in the conflict, including 2,055 children, 1,119 women and 217 elderly, Gaza’s health ministry reported Monday.....Read More

High stakes: upcoming recreational marijuana case will have far-reaching impact

A high-stakes legal showdown over the future of recreational marijuana in Florida is just weeks away, as the state’s highest court prepares to hear oral arguments in a case with far-reaching implications. At the center of the drama is Smart and Safe Florida, the organization campaigning to tweak the state’s constitution in a way that would green-light the use of recreational marijuana. The group’s investment is massive; backers like Trulieve have funneled at least $40 million into the group to get the issue in front of voters. On the other side of the issue stands Attorney General Ashley Moody, who, along with the Florida Chamber of Commerce and the Drug Free American Foundation, has taken the legal sword against the proposed language, leading to a clash that promises as many twists and turns as a suspense novel.....Read More

'We want freedom': Rally in support of Palestine held in Temple Terrace

For those rallying on the corner of 56th and Fowler in Temple Terrace, silence wasn't an option.

Local Palestinians and supporters of different faiths and backgrounds held a demonstration once again in support of Palestine. As the Israeli military prepares for a ground invasion against Hamas, those at the rally expressed worry that Palestinian civilians in Gaza will further get caught in the crosshairs with thousands already killed in the last couple of weeks.

More Here

Long Line for Sturniolo Triplets • Let’s Trip: The Versus Tour in Ybor

VISIT THEM HERE

What Stogie Had For Lunch

Steak Salad

NY, NY Pizza - Ybor City

The Worst Stadium Is Finally Getting Replaced

Ybor Paparazzi

Joaquin

100s of Jewish Protesters Arrested in D.C.

Tampa Hoods: Ybor City

7th Ave

Ron DeSantis appoints Moms for Liberty co-founder to state Commission on Ethics

What Stogie Had For Lunch

Stewed Chicken

With Beans and Rice

$6.49 Lunch Special 

Hines Caribbean Cuisine

3313 N. Nebraska Ave, Ybor Heights

Tampa's Best Jamaican Food!

The Florida GOP on Gavin Newsom Debate

REPORT: Gov't Staffers Raise Alarm About Their Concern For Palestinian Civilians

The unnamed staffers, many of whom work on national security issues, claim there is a systematic disregard for Palestinian lives.  Ana Kasparian discusses on The Young Turks.

Ybor Paparazzi

Jodi

Police, businesses prepare for large pro-Palestine rally in Temple Terrace

Photo by Blannie Whelan/WMNF News

Police in Temple Terrace are getting ready for potentially thousands of people to descend on an intersection to rally in support of Palestinians in Gaza.

The demonstration is expected to take place in the area of North 56th Street and Fowler Avenue Saturday between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.

More Here

New College President Richard Corcoran gets 5-year salary-and-perks package of millions

Credit: screenshot from Florida Channel

New College of Florida President Richard Corcoran will get annual salary-and-perks packages of at least $1.3 million over a five-year term from February 22, 2023 to February 21, 2028 — everything from housing and car allowances to “annual performance and incentive compensation up to $200,00.”....Read More

Jim Jordan out as House speaker candidate after third failed vote

Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan is out of the race to become House speaker hours after his third failed attempt to try and win the gavel on Friday, lawmakers told Spectrum News.

The chaos that has engulfed the House of Representatives for more than two weeks shows no signs of stopping.

Read More

Class Action Granted In Florida Trans Treatment Case

A federal judge said on Wednesday that a lawsuit challenging new Florida restrictions on treatments for transgender people will move forward as a class action.....Read More

Blind Tiger debuts new flagship cafe, rooftop bar coming soon

Blind Tiger is one of the most popular cafes in Ybor City, and all of Tampa. The highly rated coffee shop outgrew its original location and is now open in a new expanded space at 1823 E 7th Avenue. The new space more than doubles Blind Tiger’s current cafe space. The owners also plan to open a rooftop speakeasy at this location, though an opening timeline is still TBA...Read More

Water Street Tampa Season Spectacular

SEASON SPECTACULAR

Water Street

971 Water St, Tampa

Friday, Nov. 17 ▪ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

FREE to attend and appropriate for all ages

Experience the magic of the season and discover our annual holiday tradition at Water Street Tampa – Season Spectacular. Season Spectacular features the unveiling of our holiday dećor across the neighborhood, festive food and beverages, themed kids’ activities, and cheerful live entertainment.

Read More HERE