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What to know about toxic ethylene oxide in Tampa Bay

A Times investigation showed a sterilizer plant used the gas in Temple Terrace, and years passed before the EPA told residents it was a high risk. Read more.

 
 

10 tips to conserve water during Tampa Bay’s drought 

Florida officials are encouraging everyone to keep usage down while waiting for rain. Read more.

 

Slain USF students Bristy, Limon to receive posthumous degrees

Nahida Bristy and Zamil Limon will be honored onstage at this week’s doctoral commencement ceremony. Read more.

 
 

My Favorite Florida: Writer Tyler Gillespie says ‘Cocoon’ was a romance

We asked the “Florida Man: Poems, Revisited” author about his three favorite pieces of Florida culture. Read more.

 

Tampa Bay Times offering free subscription to graduating high school seniors

Graduating seniors across Tampa Bay can access the website for free. Read more. 

 

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