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Countywide Hillsborough commission seats will soon become a memory

Hillsborough County voters approved expanding the county commission to nine seats. This eliminated the at-large districts elected by every voter in the area. But the two new board members will get to serve only an abbreviated term. Neil Manimala and Aileen Rodriguez will be Hillsborough's newest commissioners. But they will...

Hillsborough County, FL · 19h

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785-Acre Kinfield Development in Pasco County Moves Forward With 556 New Homes and Major Commercial Expansion

A major land transaction is bringing 556 new homes to Pasco County as the massive Kinfield mixed-use development moves forward with plans for millions of square feet of industrial, office, retail, and hospitality space. One of Pasco County’s largest mixed-use developments is gaining momentum following the sale of 153 acres...

Pasco County, FL · 1d

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Thousands of Pasco County Residents Will Receive Free Vision Screenings as Preserve Vision Florida Expands its Services

Vision loss is the most significant disability experienced by people of all ages. This event will include the official unveiling of Preserve Vision Florida’s new Pasco Vision Van, recognition of the Holloway Foundation’s gift, and opportunities for media representatives to see the screening process in action and interview program and community representatives.

Pasco County, FL · 3d

Tampa Bay 28

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Tarpon Springs community works to preserve historic segregated Rose Cemetery

The Rose Cemetery Association is leading restoration and identification efforts to ensure the memories of those buried at the more than 100-year-old cemetery are not lost.

Tarpon Springs, FL · 1d

Axios Tampa Bay

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Tampa Bay leaders plan for Amendment 3 impacts

After Florida voters approved Amendment 3, Tampa Bay government leaders must now work to address millions in lost property tax revenue that funds public safety and other government services. Why it matters: That could mean service cuts, new taxes or fees, and layoffs of government workers or hiring freezes — although the exact impacts won't be known for some weeks or months, officials said. The amendment, which goes into effect in January, increases a tax break known as a homestead exemption from $50,000 to $150,000 by 2027 and then to $250,000 by 2028. School taxes aren't impacted. The big picture: "We're running a live experiment on 23 million Floridians with a ton of open-ended questions," former Republican state Sen. Jeff Brandes, one of the measure's most outspoken critics, told the Tampa Bay Business Journal . Zoom in: St. Petersburg will be entering the new era with a new mayor who campaigned on cutting the city's property tax rate. Mayor-elect Charlie Crist said in a statement that he'll no longer pursue that cut because Amendment 3 passed. To make up the funding shortfall, Crist said he'll look at the top of the city's payroll, conduct an audit of spending, and "go

Tampa Bay Area, FL · 3d

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Charters Sue Pasco County Schools Over Alleged Delay in Funding

A trio of charter schools is suing Pasco County Schools, alleging the district is withholding local millage funds about four months longer than is permitted by law. A petition filed Wednesday names as plaintiffs three charter school operators that collectively run four schools in Pasco County: Plato Academy Trinity, Imagine School at Land O’ Lakes, Imagine School at Trinity and the soon-to-open Discovery Academy of Science-Pasco.

Pasco County, FL · 1d

Tampa Bay Times

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Top events in Tampa Bay for the week of Nov. 9

Paula Cole: 8 p.m., at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. Tickets start at $45. Visit rutheckerdhall.com or call 727-791-7400. Mannheim Steamroller: 7 p.m., at the Duke Energy Center for the Arts — Mahaffey Theater, 400 First St. S., St. Petersburg. Tickets start at $67.05. Visit themahaffey.com.

Tampa Bay Area, FL · 13h

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Pasco County Launches Microtransit Pilot Program in Hudson

PASCO COUNTY, FL —- We get you there – even easier! Pasco County Public Transportation (GoPasco) is now offering a new form of Microtransit called ConnXt – this on-demand service, similar to a shared ride, allows you to request a trip when you need it. This one-year pilot program is only available in Hudson.

Pasco County, FL · 3d

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Publix Expands in Polk County: New Shopping Center Signals More Commercial Real Estate Opportunities in Central Florida

Publix Super Markets is making another move in Central Florida’s commercial real estate market, with the Lakeland-based grocery giant set to anchor a new shopping center in Polk County, Florida. The development, reported by the Tampa Bay Business Journal on November 9, 2026, adds to a growing list of grocery-anchored retail projects reshaping one of Florida’s important commercial growth corridors.

Polk County, FL · 14h

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The Ruthvens President Brandon Clark Named Chair of the Central Florida Development Council

The Ruthvens, Central Florida’s warehouse specialists, is pleased to announce that President Brandon Clark has been named Chair of the Board of Directors of the Central Florida Development Council (CFDC), Polk County’s economic development organization. Clark assumed the role on October 1, 2026. Clark’s appointment reflects The Ruthvens’...

Lakeland, FL · 2d

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Hillsborough County Clerk Boldly Engages Employees To Reshape Work Lives

Clerk Victor Crist Makes Rare Move to Modernize Agency’s HR Management HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. —...

Hillsborough County, FL · 4d

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Lakeland Italian Festival Under the Stars 2026

The inaugural Lakeland Italian Festival “Under the Stars” takes place along South Kentucky Avenue in Downtown Lakeland on Saturday, November 7, 2026, running from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Organized by the Italian American Club of Central Florida, this evening block-party-style celebration brings regional Italian cuisine, art, and...

Lakeland, FL · 4d

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Hillsborough County to eliminate countywide commission seats

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — Hillsborough County voters have approved expanding the county commission from seven to nine members, replacing three countywide seats with nine single-member districts ahead of the 2028 election. The change comes as the county continues to grow. Its population has more than doubled since the current...

Hillsborough County, FL · 4d

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Mayor Elect Charlie Crist Wants Tampa Bay Rays to Stay in St. Petersburg

Newly elected St. Petersburg Mayor Charlie Crist wants to continue negotiations to keep the Tampa Bay Rays in the city despite approved plans for a $2.3 billion stadium in Tampa.

St. Petersburg, FL · 4d

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Tampa to Host Global Diplomacy Summit, Mayor Castor Says City Belongs on World Stage

Tampa is about to get a lot more international. The Tampa Convention Center will host a two-day summit on November 16-17 bringing together business, government and education leaders from around the world, alongside local residents, for a mix of trade talks, cultural showcases and networking events. Mayor Jane Castor announced...

Tampa, FL · 3d

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Pasco's new sheriff outlines priorities, says plans to run for election in 2028

Pasco County's new sheriff, Jeff Harrington, says he plans to run for election in 2028 after being appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis to replace Chris Nocco.

Pasco County, FL · 4d

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Five generations of roots, one big vision for Plant City’s downtown

For Shannon Keil, downtown Plant City is more than a collection of historic buildings, storefronts and familiar streets. It’s part of her family’s story, one that stretches back five generations. Now, Keil has a chance to help shape what comes next. The new executive director of Historic Plant...

Plant City, FL · 4d

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Hillsborough reports lowest dengue increase in weeks, extends state of emergency

Dengue activity is still being observed in Hillsborough County, but for the first time in several weeks the number of cases reported to the state showed a significant decrease. The latest update on the state’s arbovirus surveillance webpage shows the county reporting 22 new cases over the week of Oct....

Hillsborough County, FL · 3d

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Florida tax relief could affect how Pasco County fights mosquitoes

ODESSA, Fla. — The head of the Pasco County Mosquito Control District said Florida’s newly approved Amendment 3 could significantly reduce the property tax revenue the district relies on to operate, forcing budget decisions as the state faces a major dengue outbreak. Florida voters approved Amendment 3, with...

Pasco County, FL · 3d