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News from February 2024

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How much did farmers in Hillsborough County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Tampa Republic | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Hillsborough County received $4,140,471 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Whispering Oaks was 2nd largest nursing home in Hillsborough County as of Q4 2023

By Tampa Republic | Feb 22, 2024

With an overall rating of one, Whispering Oaks was the second largest nursing home in Hillsborough County during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Northdale Rehabilitation Center: 3-star nursing home in Hillsborough County

By Tampa Republic | Feb 22, 2024

Owned by Healthcare Financial Solutions, LLC and Sovereign Healthcare Holdings, LLC since Sep. 18, 2018, Northdale Rehabilitation Center had an overall rating of three in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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What was largest nursing home in Hillsborough County as of Q4 2023?

By Tampa Republic | Feb 21, 2024

With an overall rating of one, The Bristol Care Center was the largest nursing home in Hillsborough County during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Habana Health Care Center, a for-profit facility, had a rating of 2 in Q4 2023

By Tampa Republic | Feb 21, 2024

Owned by Epsilon Health Care Properties, LLC since Feb. 1, 2012, Habana Health Care Center had an overall rating of two in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Test Expectations: How many students met or exceeded Geometry FAST expectations in Hillsborough County School District in 2022-23 school year?

By Tampa Republic | Feb 21, 2024

Hillsborough County School District FAST results are in, and 49.1% of school students were proficient in Geometry in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Serving Up Success: City of Tampa Helps Food Vendors through Bridges to Business

By Tampa Republic | Feb 21, 2024

The City of Tampa is dishing out a recipe for small food businesses to thrive through its Bridges to Business program. "The Bridges to Business Vendor Certification program is a City-led initiative aimed at empowering small catering companies and food truck operators by enhancing their eligibility for government and private sector collaborations," said an official statement.Entrepreneurs are invited to attend the upcoming Bridges to Business session on February 26, 2024, from 2 pm-5 pm at the City Center at Hanna Avenue. "Entrepreneurs participating in the upcoming...

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Did Hillsborough County School District students succeed or flounder in their 2022-23 school year Algebra FAST tests?

By Tampa Republic | Feb 20, 2024

Hillsborough County School District FAST results are in, and 59.3% of school students were proficient in Algebra in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Who owned Gandy FL Opco, LLC in Q4 2023?

By Tampa Republic | Feb 20, 2024

Owned by Tampa 5 FL Holdco, LLC since May 1, 2022, Gandy FL Opco, LLC had an overall rating of one in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Math FAST Expectations: 53.6% of students in Hillsborough County School District meet or exceed in 2022-23 school year?

By Tampa Republic | Feb 19, 2024

Hillsborough County School District FAST results are in, and 53.6% of school students were proficient in Math in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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A look at Fletcher Health and Rehabilitation Center, a nursing home in Tampa, Florida

By Tampa Republic | Feb 19, 2024

Owned by Epsilon Health Care Properties, LLC since Feb. 1, 2012, Fletcher Health and Rehabilitation Center had an overall rating of one in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Tampa Fire Rescue Embarks on Historic Upgrade Initiative

By Tampa Republic | Feb 19, 2024

Tampa Fire Rescue unveiled a significant milestone in the city's commitment to public safety on Monday: the roll out of eight new vehicles being added to its fleet. The three fire engines, three rescue vehicles, and two AmbuBuses are part of a comprehensive plan to upgrade emergency services."We are investing in and upgrading Tampa Fire Rescue more than this community has seen in multiple generations," said Mayor Jane Castor. "Transforming Tampa’s Tomorrow includes transforming our Fire Department so that it meets the modern needs of our booming city."Chief Barbara...

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Hillsborough County Nursing Homes: Who’s behind Fairway Oaks Center?

By Tampa Republic | Feb 18, 2024

Owned by Gabriel Living Center, LLC since April 1, 2003, Fairway Oaks Center boasted an overall rating of four in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Hillsborough County School District : How many students passed on their ELA FAST test in 2022-23 school year?

By Tampa Republic | Feb 18, 2024

Hillsborough County School District FAST results are in, and 48.5% of school students were proficient in ELA in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Which former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 19?

By Tampa Republic | Feb 18, 2024

These former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 19.

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Concordia Village of Tampa: 1-star nursing home in Hillsborough County

By Tampa Republic | Feb 17, 2024

Owned by Concordia Care Network since Sep. 1, 2022, Concordia Village of Tampa had an overall rating of one in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Tampa Republic area weekly mass times

By Tampa Republic | Feb 17, 2024

The following parishes in the Tampa Republic coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Carrollwood Care Center, a for-profit facility, had a rating of 2 in Q4 2023

By Tampa Republic | Feb 16, 2024

Owned by Fi-Carrollwood Care, LLC since Dec. 23, 2002, Carrollwood Care Center had an overall rating of two in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Tampa Fire Rescue Unveils New Fleet to Enhance Emergency Response Efforts

By Tampa Republic | Feb 16, 2024

Tampa Fire Rescue has announced the acquisition of several new emergency response vehicles, including three fire engines, three rescue cars, and two Ambu-buses. Fire Chief Barbara Tripp expressed gratitude for the support received in acquiring this new fleet, stating, "We are grateful for the support of Mayor Jane Castor, our City Council, and the community, whose unwavering backing has enabled us to acquire these vital pieces of equipment."Mayor Jane Castor highlighted the importance of the new additions, stating, "With these new additions to our fleet, we’re ensuring...

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Who owned Bayshore Pointe Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Q4 2023?

By Tampa Republic | Feb 15, 2024

Owned by Sovereign Healthcare Holdings, LLC since Oct. 1, 2003, Bayshore Pointe Nursing and Rehabilitation Center had an overall rating of two in the fourth quarter of 2023.