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Tampa approves $750K grant for senior affordable housing project

By Tampa Republic | May 24, 2024

The Tampa City Council has approved $750,000 to support the construction of an 88-unit affordable housing complex named Madison Highlands II. The funding comes from a State Housing Initiative Program (SHIP) Grant, which aids local governments in preserving affordable homeownership for low-income families. The new apartments will be located at 5315 N. 37th Street and will serve as Phase II of Madison Highlands, with Phase I having opened in November 2021.

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Tampa police arrest suspect for first-degree murder in drug overdose case

By Tampa Republic | May 24, 2024

Tampa Police, with assistance from the United States Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force, have arrested 48-year-old Jeffrey Moyer on charges related to the drug overdose death of 29-year-old Kenny Martin on February 8, 2024.

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Two unrelated early morning fatalities prompt Tampa police response

By Tampa Republic | May 23, 2024

Tampa Police responded to a single-vehicle traffic fatality that occurred on S. Dale Mabry Avenue just after midnight on Thursday, May 23, 2024. Investigators believe speed was a major contributing factor in the crash.

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Tampa police seek help identifying burglary suspects

By Tampa Republic | May 22, 2024

Tampa Police detectives are investigating a series of recent burglaries and seeking public assistance to identify the suspects involved.

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Tampa breaks ground on first phase of Rome Yard mixed-use project

By Tampa Republic | May 20, 2024

The City of Tampa is set to officially break ground on the first phase of Rome Yards, a transformative and inclusive development in the West Tampa community. This milestone will be achieved in partnership with developer Related Urban Development Group and the Tampa Housing Authority.

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Tampa police arrest two on gun and narcotics charges after traffic stop

By Tampa Republic | May 20, 2024

Tampa Police Officers arrested two individuals on gun and narcotics charges following a traffic stop. The officers discovered drugs and two firearms in the vehicle, one of which had been illegally converted into a fully automatic machine gun. Both the driver and passenger were subsequently taken into custody.

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Tampa's W Cleveland Street set for safety improvements under Vision Zero Plan

By Tampa Republic | May 20, 2024

W Cleveland Street, identified as one of Tampa's most dangerous streets for drivers and pedestrians, is set to undergo a series of safety improvements and roadway enhancements. Construction crews commenced work on the night of May 19, focusing on the area west of the railroad tracks that intersect at Willow Avenue to Parker Street.

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Teenager arrested in Tampa following discovery of loaded firearms

By Tampa Republic | May 20, 2024

An 18-year-old male was arrested after Tampa Police Officers discovered two loaded guns, one of which had been reported stolen, during a proactive patrol. The incident occurred on May 18, 2024, around 10:30 pm in the South Howard area.

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Tampa Republic area weekly mass times

By Tampa Republic | May 18, 2024

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

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Rep. Castor votes to count illegal aliens towards seats in Congress

By Tampa Republic | May 17, 2024

U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (D-FL) was joined by 201 other House Democrats in unanimously voting against the Equal Representation Act, which would prevent the inclusion of illegal aliens in the count for seats in the Electoral College.

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5% of citizens unemployed in Hillsborough County in 2021

By Tampa Republic | May 17, 2024

The unemployment rate in Hillsborough County hit 5% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

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Annual clean-up event at Memorial Park Cemetery set for May

By Tampa Republic | May 16, 2024

The second annual Memorial Park Cemetery Clean-Up is scheduled to take place from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 18. More than 75 volunteers have registered for the event and will be tasked with cleaning headstones, distributing flags, and picking up trash. The Parks and Recreation Department will provide all necessary supplies.

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Eyxsen Herrera, former Chamberlain High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

By Tampa Republic | May 16, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number three seed.

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Tampa Convention Center vies for Best Convention Center award

By Tampa Republic | May 15, 2024

The Tampa Convention Center is in the running to retain its title as the Best Convention Center in the Southeast U.S., having advanced to the finalist round of the 2024 Stella Awards. The center was among a select group of nominees that garnered sufficient public votes to progress to the final stage.

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Tampa Convention Center finalist in Best Convention Center award

By Tampa Republic | May 15, 2024

The Tampa Convention Center is in the running to retain its title as the Best Convention Center in the Southeast U.S., having advanced to the finalist round of the 2024 Stella Awards. The center was among a select group of nominees that garnered sufficient public votes to progress to the final stage.

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Grant Jordan, former Jesuit High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

By Tampa Republic | May 15, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number one seed.

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Sebastian Martinez, former Plant High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

By Tampa Republic | May 15, 2024

First game takes place on Thursday, May 16.

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Russell Sandefer, former Robinson High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

By Tampa Republic | May 15, 2024

They open the tournament against West Florida Argonauts.

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What happened to the median home valuation price in Hillsborough County in April 2024 compared to April 2023?

By Tampa Republic | May 13, 2024

In April, the median sale price of a home in Hillsborough County rose by $15,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 38.3%.

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Tampa hosts first-ever Asian Film Series in honor of AAPI Heritage Month

By Tampa Republic | May 13, 2024

The Mayor's Asian American Pacific Islander Advisory Council of the City of Tampa is set to present the city's inaugural Asian Film Series on Sunday, May 19th, 2024. This event, held at Tampa Theatre, is in honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Month.