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Which former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 15?

By Tampa Republic | Jan 13, 2024

These former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 15.

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Hillsborough County Education: 409 Alaska Native students were enrolled in only school district in 2022-23 school year

By Tampa Republic | Jan 13, 2024

In Hillsborough County's only school district, 0.2% of students enrolled identified as Alaska Native in the 2022-23 school year.

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Tampa Republic area weekly mass times

By Tampa Republic | Jan 13, 2024

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

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Hillsborough County Education: 11,698 multiracial students were enrolled in only school district in 2022-23 school year

By Tampa Republic | Jan 12, 2024

There were 11,698 multiracial students enrolled in Hillsborough County's only school district in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Tampa Parks & Rec Joins MLK Day of Service

By Tampa Republic | Jan 12, 2024

In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s commitment to social justice, the Tampa Parks and Recreation Department is set to participate in a community-wide Day of Service. The event, organized by Learn and Serve Tampa Inc., a Youth Service America National Days of Service Lead Agency and AmeriCorps MLK Day Champion, aims to bring together community partners, local youth, veterans, and businesses for an environmental clean-up and awareness event.Taking place on Saturday, January 13, 2024, from 8:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M., the event will be held at McKay Bay Nature Park in...

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Tampa Solid Waste Workers Remembers Dr. Martin Luther King's Advocacy for Sanitation Workers

By Tampa Republic | Jan 12, 2024

The City of Tampa Solid Waste Department is honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by paying tribute to his advocacy for the rights and welfare of sanitation workers. Dr. King's fight for economic justice during the 1968 sanitation workers' strike in Memphis, Tennessee continues to inspire solid waste professionals, not only in Tampa but across the country.Solid Waste workers in Tampa will gather on Friday, January 12, 2024, to commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. They will start by viewing a touching video tribute and then proceed to decorate the...

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Street Dedication Ceremony Recognizes Champion of Inclusivity, J. Clifford MacDonald

By Tampa Republic Report | Jan 12, 2024

City of Tampa officials will gather for a street renaming dedication ceremony, honoring the late J. Clifford MacDonald, a revered advocate for disability rights and community empowerment.

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Enrollment Analysis: Asian students comprised 4.3% of Hillsborough County's only school district student body in 2022-23 school year

By Tampa Republic | Jan 11, 2024

In Hillsborough County's only school district, 4.3% of students enrolled identified as Asian in the 2022-23 school year.

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Lee, Steil Continue Election Integrity Efforts, Introduce Toolkit for State Consideration

By Tampa Republic | Jan 11, 2024

Today, Committee on House Administration Chairman Bryan Steil and Subcommittee on Elections Chair Laurel Lee have introduced the Uniform State ACE Act, a model state election integrity legislation. The act works in conjunction with the American Confidence in Elections Act, H.R. 4563, and aims to increase voters' confidence and promote election integrity.In a statement, Elections Subcommittee Chair Lee emphasized the importance of the Uniform State ACE Act in ensuring election integrity at the state level. She said, "Americans need to feel confident that their elections...

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Street Dedication Ceremony Recognizes Champion of Inclusivity, J. Clifford MacDonald

By Tampa Republic | Jan 11, 2024

City of Tampa officials will gather for a street renaming dedication ceremony on Friday, January 12, 2023, to honor the late J. Clifford MacDonald, a revered advocate for disability rights and community empowerment. The ceremony will take place at the MacDonald Training Center, located at 5420 W. Cypress St.J. Clifford MacDonald was the founder of the MacDonald Training Center, an organization dedicated to transforming the lives of people with disabilities through vocational training, employment services, residential supports, and life enrichment opportunities. His...

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Tampa Convention Center Nominated for Two Urban Excellence Awards

By Tampa Republic | Jan 11, 2024

The Tampa Convention Center has been nominated for two Urban Excellence Awards by the Tampa Downtown Partnership, in recognition of its outstanding contributions to the downtown area. The awards celebrate organizations, projects, and events that have helped create a unique and vibrant environment in Downtown Tampa.One of the nominations is for the Public Sector Project Award, which acknowledges the positive and significant impact made by the center's Capital Improvements Project. This extensive renovation, completed in June 2023, involved a $44.5 million investment and...

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Tampa Police Officer Terminated for Misuse of Authority and other Policy Violations

By Tampa Republic | Jan 11, 2024

On January 11, 2024, the Tampa Police Department announced the termination of an officer for multiple policy violations. The officer in question, John Holmstrom, was found to have misused his authority and position to address a personal matter involving his vehicle.The incident occurred on August 30, 2023, when Holmstrom, who was on duty at the time, discovered that his personal vehicle had been towed from his apartment complex. Instead of following the appropriate channels, Holmstrom contacted the tow truck company and identified himself as a police officer, using his...

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Enrollment Analysis: Hispanic students comprised 38.8% of Hillsborough County's only school district student body in 2022-23 school year

By Tampa Republic | Jan 10, 2024

There were 87,208 Hispanic students enrolled in Hillsborough County's only school district in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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New Mural Honors Local Young Gymnasts

By Tampa Republic | Jan 10, 2024

A new mural has been unveiled at the Wayne C. Papy Athletic Center in Tampa, Florida, honoring the young gymnasts who attend the center and the vibrant community it serves. The mural, titled "If I Could Fly," was created by nationally-recognized artist Naomi Haverland and commissioned by the Tampa Parks and Recreation Department.Haverland worked closely with two female gymnasts from the center who served as her inspiration for the artwork. The mural, located in the heart of Seminole Heights, captures the spirit of the center's renowned gymnastics program and the joy of...

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Internal Audit Department Releases Cayenta Utility Accounting Controls Review

By Tampa Republic | Jan 10, 2024

The Internal Audit Department of Tampa, Florida has recently released its Cayenta Utility Accounting Controls and Application Review, Audit 23-15. The audit focuses on the utility management system known as Cayenta, which is primarily used by the Water, Wastewater, and Solid Waste and Environmental Program Management departments. The full report is available for viewing on TampaGov.net.The Cayenta utility management system plays a crucial role in managing the city's water, wastewater, and solid waste services. It is essential for ensuring accurate accounting and efficient...

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Buccaneers Celebrate Third Consecutive Division Victory with City of Tampa Banner Drop

By Tampa Republic Report | Jan 10, 2024

On January 9, 2024, Mayor Jane Castor and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are celebrating the team's post season success with a banner drop.

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White students made up 30.6% of Hillsborough County's only school district enrollment in 2022-23 school year

By Tampa Republic | Jan 9, 2024

In Hillsborough County's only school district, 30.6% of students enrolled identified as white in the 2022-23 school year.

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Tampa Convention Center Achieves GBAC Star Cleanliness Accreditation

By Tampa Republic Report | Jan 9, 2024

Tampa Convention Center has achieved Global Biorisk Advisory CouncilTM (GBAC) STAR™ accreditation, the gold standard for prepared facilities.

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Buccaneers Celebrate Third Consecutive Division Victory with City of Tampa Banner Drop

By Tampa Republic | Jan 9, 2024

In a show of celebration and support, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Mayor Jane Castor are commemorating the team's third consecutive NFC South title and fourth consecutive playoff run with a banner drop. The event will take place at the Tampa Municipal Operations Building, where Mayor Castor, alongside Brian Ford, Chief Operating Officer of the Buccaneers, and Captain Fear, will unveil the Buccaneers banner from a Tampa Fire Rescue bucket truck.As the Buccaneers gear up for their first playoff game, the city of Tampa is rallying behind them. The Buccaneers Street Team and...

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Buccaneers Celebrate Third Consecutive Division Victory with City of Tampa Banner Drop

By Tampa Republic Report | Jan 9, 2024

Mayor Jane Castor and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are celebrating the team's post season success with a banner drop on Tuesday, January 9 at 10 a.m.