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As Florida’s property tax vote looms, Tampa Bay’s water district stands to lose millions

Leaders at the district haven’t talked publicly about how Amendment 3 would hit their revenues. But internal estimates paint a bleak picture. Read more.

 
 
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A juvenile boys program in St. Pete closed. Where did the kids go?

Florida officials aren’t answering questions about the move, which came around the same time a detention center closed in Tampa. Read more.

 
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This Tampa ballet is bringing immigrant stories from 1920s Ybor to life

Tampa City Ballet’s original production blends dance styles to illustrate the lives of cigar factory workers. Read more.

 
 
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SPCA demands Pinellas pay $250K in damages over sunburned pig case

The incident involving Waddles the pig caused the nonprofit to hire lawyers and consultants and lose donors, according to its lawyer. Read more.

 
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Historic Union Trust Bank in downtown St. Petersburg is getting a tenant

A local bakery will move into the 100-year-old space. Read more.

 

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