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All Hands On Deck As City Departments Prepare for Invasion

By Tampa Republic Report | Jan 31, 2024

With the Key to the City now on the minds of the pirates of Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla, city staff across departments are working hard to prepare for their imminent invasion.

Tampa Police Determine No Threat On Local School Campus

By Tampa Republic | Jan 31, 2024

Tampa Police responded to a report of a suspicious device at Hillsborough High School on January 31, 2024. Following an anonymous 911 call, the school was evacuated and the Bomb Squad was called in to investigate the potential threat.According to a statement from the Tampa Police Department, officers arrived at the school at approximately 1:27 p.m. and took immediate action to ensure the safety of the students and staff. The campus was cleared as a precautionary measure, and students were not allowed to return until the area was deemed safe.Officer John Smith,...

Arrest Made in N. 50th St Shooting

By Tampa Republic | Jan 30, 2024

Tampa Police have made an arrest in connection with a shooting incident that took place on N. 50th St, leaving a 4-year-old child injured. The suspect, identified as 34-year-old James D. Jackson, was apprehended thanks to the swift efforts of the responding and investigating officers."Our thoughts are with the little girl who was injured in this senseless act," said Chief Lee Bercaw. "Our Victim's Advocate will be working closely with the family to ensure they are connected to any resources they may need."The incident occurred on Tuesday evening when Tampa Police...

Tampa Police Arrest Juvenile for Shooting at 8600 Block of Armenia Ave

By Tampa Republic | Jan 30, 2024

Tampa Police have made an arrest in connection with a shooting incident that occurred on January 26, 2024, at the 8600 block of N Armenia Ave. The suspect, a 14-year-old male, has been taken into custody for allegedly shooting a 16-year-old male following a fight near a bus stop.According to witnesses at the scene, the incident unfolded after a confrontation between the two juveniles. Officers were able to obtain video evidence that showed the suspect, identified as Scott Decerant, chasing the victim with a firearm in his hand. The seriousness of the situation is evident...

Roadway Altercation Leads to Shooting, 4-year-old Injured

By Tampa Republic | Jan 30, 2024

On Tuesday evening, a 4-year-old girl was injured in a shooting that occurred during a roadway altercation in Tampa, Florida. The incident took place in the 3000 block of N. 50th St at approximately 6:13 pm. According to preliminary investigation, the shooting was a result of a road rage incident that escalated, leading the suspect to open fire on the victim's vehicle before fleeing the scene.Tampa Police were quick to respond to the incident and arrived at the scene within minutes. They found the 4-year-old girl with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. She was...

Rep. Laurel Lee: America is Less Safe with Secretary Mayorkas in Office

By Tampa Republic | Jan 30, 2024

In a recent Homeland Security Committee markup, Congresswoman Laurel Lee (R-FL) expressed her concerns about the presence of Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas in office. During her remarks, Lee emphasized that America's safety is at stake.Lee's statement reflects the growing dissatisfaction with Mayorkas' performance as the head of the Department of Homeland Security. As a member of the committee, Lee has closely monitored the secretary's actions and believes that they have had a detrimental effect on the nation's security."America is less safe with Secretary Mayorkas in...

Tampa Parks & Recreation and Tampa Police Initiate Youth Program Enhancement in Response to Proposed Juvenile Curfew Ordinance

By Tampa Republic Report | Jan 30, 2024

In response to discussions of a proposed citywide juvenile curfew ordinance, the Tampa Police Department and Tampa Parks and Recreation are collaborating with a goal of expanding an evening youth program known as "Stay and Play."

DUI Arrest Made In Adamo Drive Traffic Fatality

By Tampa Republic | Jan 29, 2024

Jan 29 2024Tampa Police have made an arrest in connection with a tragic traffic fatality on Adamo Drive. The incident occurred early Monday morning when a pedestrian was struck by a pickup truck. Despite immediate medical attention, the pedestrian succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the pickup truck has been arrested on charges of driving under the influence (DUI).According to the authorities, the incident took place at around 2:50 a.m. when 23-year-old Mical Scott was driving his 2015 Chevrolet pickup east on Adamo Drive. At the same time, 24-year-old Pannel...

Bayshore Boulevard Landscaping Undergoes Largest Replanting in Six Years

By Tampa Republic | Jan 29, 2024

Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa, Florida is set to undergo its largest replanting in six years. The replanting, which will begin today and last for up to two weeks, aims to rejuvenate the landscaping along the boulevard. This comes as a response to the damage caused by a recent storm surge and the subsequent high salt levels in the soil.Typically, Bayshore Boulevard's landscaping receives small changes and ongoing plantings as needed. However, the recent storm surge in December 2023 led to prolonged flooding from Hillsborough Bay. As a result, the salt from the water caused...

Tampa's Vision Zero Initiative Gaining National Acclaim

By Tampa Republic Report | Jan 29, 2024

Tampa's ambitious Vision Zero initiative, aimed at eliminating traffic-related injuries and fatalities, has garnered national attention for its impactful use of federal Safe Streets for All Grant (SS4A) funds.

City Volunteers Clean Up Gasparilla Beads for Reuse Program

By Tampa Republic | Jan 28, 2024

Tampa's Department of Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management has launched the Bead Reuse Program, in partnership with the MacDonald Training Center, to encourage Gasparilla pirates to recycle their unwanted beads. The program aims to divert these beads from Tampa's waste stream and repurpose them for future use in the Gasparilla parade.Since its inception, the Bead Reuse Program has been a success, with over 330,000 individual bead necklaces, weighing over 10,000 lbs., collected and delivered to the MacDonald Training Center for cleaning, repackaging, and reuse....

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All Hands On Deck As City Departments Prepare for Invasion

Tampa Police Determine No Threat On Local School Campus

Arrest Made in N. 50th St Shooting

Tampa Police Arrest Juvenile for Shooting at 8600 Block of Armenia Ave

Roadway Altercation Leads to Shooting, 4-year-old Injured

Rep. Laurel Lee: America is Less Safe with Secretary Mayorkas in Office

Tampa Parks & Recreation and Tampa Police Initiate Youth Program Enhancement in Response to Proposed Juvenile Curfew Ordinance

DUI Arrest Made In Adamo Drive Traffic Fatality

Bayshore Boulevard Landscaping Undergoes Largest Replanting in Six Years

Tampa's Vision Zero Initiative Gaining National Acclaim

City Volunteers Clean Up Gasparilla Beads for Reuse Program

City Volunteers Clean Up Gasparilla Beads for Reuse Program

New Wastewater Pipeline Will Become One of the Longest of its Kind in the United States

Which former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 29?

Nikola Kovacevic, former The Williston Northampton School standout, played on Saturday, January 27 in NCAA D2 game

Faith Christian Academy standout Drew Knuppel’s college team lost in NCAA D2 game on Saturday, January 27

On Saturday, January 27, Steinbrenner High School standout Zach Johnson competed in NCAA D2 game

Trae Martin, former Brooks Debartolo Collegiate High School standout, played on Saturday, January 27 in NCAA D2 game

De'Andre Harvey, former Potter's House Academy standout, played on Saturday, January 27 in NCAA D2 game

On Saturday, January 27, Alonso High School standout Cole Gingeleski competed in NCAA D2 game

Driver charged with DUI manslaughter in Tampa pedestrian crash

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