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Tampa Bay Times

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Pinellas, Pasco schools name finalists for teacher of the year awards

The big story: It’s that time of year when Florida school districts recognize top teachers for their dedication and abilities. Pasco and Pinellas officials recently got into the act, visiting schools across their counties to surprise educators with the news that they were finalists for 2027 district teacher of the year.

Pasco County, FL · 10h

Bay News 9

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Hillsborough County dengue response continues as scientists fight potential endemic status

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health is expected to release updated dengue fever numbers Tuesday as Hillsborough County continues working to stop the virus from becoming established locally. Last week, dengue cases in Hillsborough County rose from 385 to 407, the highest reported total in the...

Hillsborough County, FL · 11h

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Housing Costs Push a Florida Hospital to Build Apartments for Its Workers

Tampa General Hospital is building apartments for its own workforce as housing costs make it harder for employees to find a place to live within reach of their jobs. Hospital and local government leaders broke ground Nov. 9 on The Linden, a 170-apartment development in Brandon for eligible Tampa General and USF Health employees. The Michaels Organization is developing the community on hospital-owned land.

Tampa, FL · 1d

Bay News 9

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Tarpon Springs reviews library hours, fees after passing of Amendment 3

TARPON SPRINGS, Fla. — Tarpon Springs officials are reviewing possible budget cuts, including changes at the city library, after Florida voters approved Amendment 3 on Nov. 3. The amendment increases homestead exemptions, lowering property taxes for homeowners while reducing revenue for local governments. The exemption will rise to $150,000...

Tarpon Springs, FL · 1d

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Clearwater celebrates new City Hall, schedules event for residents to tour

CLEARWATER, Fla. — Finishing touches are being made outside Clearwater’s new City Hall, and you can’t miss the iconic wave from the front or back. “There was over 61,000 pieces of metal that were hand placed to meet the significant curve,” said Tara Kivett, who is Clearwater’s City Engineer and has been with the city for more than 20 years. “We do have some improved security in this building, a lot more technology, so we can communicate with our residents better.”

Clearwater, FL · 1d

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Booker Creek Trail in St. Petersburg could spur downtown redevelopment

A former railroad corridor cutting diagonally through downtown St. Petersburg could create new opportunities for redevelopment, and improve access to surrounding neighborhoods and businesses. Trust for Public Land announced its acquisition of the approximately 0.86-mile Booker Creek rail corridor in August, following more than two decades of efforts to preserve...

St. Petersburg, FL · 2d

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Tampa Bay’s first Spirit Christmas store opens (yes, that Spirit)

Being in the holiday Spirit has new meaning this year. Spirit Christmas, the holiday-themed shop from spooky season pop-up Spirit Halloween, is now open at 2522 McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater. 2026 marks the Tampa Bay Area debut of the holiday season pop-up from the Spirit team famous for taking...

Clearwater, FL · 3d

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The Scoop: Wed. Nov. 11, 2026, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Hillsborough County Commissioners ban synthetic kratom. The US Food and Drug Administration has not approved Kratom for any medical use and warns against consuming it. Kratom leaves contain chemical compounds that affect the brain and body. Grieving families who have lost children to Kratom spoke up about how the drug can cause avoidable deaths. The synthetic drug compounds act on opioid receptors and carry a risk of dependence, withdrawal, and potentially life-threatening toxicity. Others spoke up about how natural kratom leaves can help, including for opioid addicts and chronic pain survivors. The motion was passed unanimously.

Hillsborough County, FL · 1d

Tampa Bay 28

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Santa tours, fireworks among cuts considered in Safety Harbor after Amendment 3

Santa’s annual tour through Safety Harbor neighborhoods, the city’s Fourth of July fireworks and $145,000 in nonprofit grants are among the community programs that could lose city support.

Safety Harbor, FL · 22h

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Housing authority proposes Clearview Park expansion

Approximately 650 households are waiting for affordable senior housing through the St. Petersburg Housing Authority, which is proposing 47 new apartments at Clearview Park in north St. Petersburg. The expansion would address a portion of that demand while nearly tripling the number of apartments on the existing property. But the...

St. Petersburg, FL · 1d

Bay News 9

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Oyster garden boxes planned for more Pinellas County locations

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County is working to expand access to vertical oyster gardens as part of an effort to combat the decline of oyster reefs. Recently, at the Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, volunteers helped prepare recycled oyster shells by drilling and punching holes in them.

Pinellas County, FL · 2d

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Tampa General Hospital Plans New Rehabilitation Hospital in Spring Hill

Tampa General Hospital is expanding its presence in Hernando County with plans for a new inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Spring Hill, adding capacity for patients recovering from strokes, brain and spinal cord injuries and other complex medical conditions. Tampa General Hospital (TGH) and Lifepoint Rehabilitation, a business unit of Lifepoint...

Spring Hill, FL · 1d

Tampa Bay 28

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One calls kratom lifesaving, another blames it for loss as county tightens rules

Hillsborough County approved new restrictions on concentrated kratom products after emotional testimony from families and supporters divided over its risks and benefits.

Hillsborough County, FL · 23h

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State Senator Danny Burgess Joins Tampa General in Celebration of Veterans’ Service and Contributions to Community

More than 200 team members at Tampa General serve or have served in the U.S. military; Tampa General honors their service and sacrifice this Veterans Day. Nov. 10, 2026 – Tampa General Hospital (TGH) welcomed U.S. Army Reserve Major and Florida State Senator Danny Burgess to its Davis Islands campus Tuesday to honor veterans across the country, including the many service members and veterans who care for patients at Florida’s premier academic health system.

Tampa, FL · 1d

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Humane Society of Tampa Bay Opens Clearwater Clinic for Pet Care

The Humane Society of Tampa Bay opened a new animal clinic on Monday, Nov. 2, at 2907 State Road 590, Suite 5, in Clearwater. The nonprofit is growing its reach in Pinellas County. The one-story building has several exam rooms and sits close to the group's Clearwater animal shelter. Appointments...

Clearwater, FL · 1d

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Dade City’s Veterans Day Celebration at Veterans Park

On the morning of November 7th, a small crowd gathered for a ceremony coordinated with Pasco County Parks and Recreation and Pasco County Veterans Services. Abigail Harlow, a student of Prelude Academy in Dade City, began the ceremony with a performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” while the Zephyrhills Civil Air Patrol presented the colors.

Dade City, FL · 1d

Tampa Bay 28

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St. Pete residents could lose their homes due to a Chick-fil-A expansion

The expansion is aimed at alleviating traffic backups and improving pedestrian safety, but that expansion would require the demolition and relocation of seven apartments and several local businesses, including the Aquatic Galleria.

St. Petersburg, FL · 1d

WFLA

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Democrats see gains in Tallahassee, GOP keeps majority after midterms

Florida's newly elected lawmakers have freshman orientation this week.

Florida · 21h

fox13news.com

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Daydreamers Cafe and Grill in Safety Harbor

FOX 13's Charley Belcher takes us to Safety Harbor for a special Veterans Day event at Daydreamers Cafe and Grill.

Safety Harbor, FL · 1d

fox13news.com

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Honor Flight Mission 58: Tampa Bay veterans visit Washington memorials

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Tampa Bay area military veterans traveled to Washington to confront painful war memories and receive long-delayed gratitude during West Central Florida’s Honor Flight Mission 58. Veterans tour Washington memorials. Big picture view:. A group of 75 local veterans landed on a sunny, 70-degree September afternoon...

Tampa Bay Area, FL · 1d