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The Tampa Theatre's Black Love classic movie series, created in 2022 with the City of Tampa’s Community Engagement & Partnerships Department, continues to celebrate the intersection of Valentine's Day and Black History Month.

Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act reintroduced amid rising concerns over inmate assaults

On January 31, 2025, Congresswoman Laurel Lee reintroduced the Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act in Washington, D.C. The legislation aims to address the issue of sexual assaults on prison staff by inmates within the federal prison system.

Tampa police respond swiftly to potential threat at Freedom High School

The Tampa Police Department responded to an incident at Freedom High School on January 31, 2025, following a student's report of a possible weapon on campus.

Laurel Lee honors Plant City firefighters with Congressional Certificates

Congresswoman Laurel Lee of Florida recently organized a ceremony in Plant City to honor local firefighters.

Kathy Castor acknowledges community efforts in recent tweets

U.S. Representative Kathy Castor addressed several issues through recent tweets dated January 30-31, 2025.

Congresswoman Laurel Lee discusses border policy, prison staff safety act, and energy strategy

In recent tweets dated January 30-31, 2025, Congresswoman Laurel Lee shared her perspectives on key policy areas including border security under former President Trump’s administration, legislation aimed at enhancing prison staff safety with the...

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Which former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Feb. 3?

These former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Feb. 3.

Kathy Castor shares emoji-filled tweets on January 30

U.S. Representative Kathy Castor shared a series of emoji-only tweets on January 30, showcasing symbols such as American flags and blue hearts.

Kathy Castor criticizes immigration policy and honors veterans

U.S. Representative Kathy Castor voiced concerns about immigration policies impacting legal immigrants in Florida and expressed gratitude towards Vietnam War veterans through social media posts dated January 30, 2025

Kathy Castor critiques Duke Energy's policy decisions amid rising electric bills

U.S. Representative Kathy Castor used social media to share personal expressions and critique energy policy changes by Duke Energy on January 30, 2025.

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Which former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, Feb. 2?

These former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, Feb. 2.

Rep. Kathy Castor supports housing initiative and critiques political figure

U.S. Representative Kathy Castor addressed key issues through tweets on January 29, 2025: celebrating affordable housing developments in Tampa Bay; mourning the loss of Tech Sgt.

Congresswoman Laurel Lee discusses school choice week and regulatory concerns

In recent tweets dated January 28-29, Congresswoman Laurel Lee discussed educational empowerment during National School Choice Week and raised concerns about overregulation affecting national security.

Kathy Castor comments on economic impacts and celebrates milestones at MacDill

U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor discusses potential price increases affecting American families while also celebrating progress at MacDill Air Force Base with new KC-46 aircraft arrivals as part of ongoing military enhancements in Tampa on January 28-29, 2025

New sculpture unveiled as part of Tampa's expanding public art collection

The City of Tampa has introduced a new sculpture to its public art collection, which dates back to the late 1800s.

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Which former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Feb. 1?