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The Crown Jewel of Florida
The Tampa Bay area is often referred to as the "Crown Jewel of Florida" because of it's beautiful beaches, scenic rivers and rich history.
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City of Tampa Offices will be Closed on Labor Day
» 8/27/2008 6:00:00 AM ESTCity of Tampa
City of Tampa offices will be closed Monday, September 1st in observance of Labor Day.
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Avoid Unnecessary Irrigation To Conserve Water - Tampa’s Outdoor Water Use Restrictions Are Still In Effect
» 8/26/2008 8:06:00 PM ESTCity of Tampa
Despite recent rainfall, continued conservation of potable (drinking) water is needed to ensure adequate water supplies are available. Emergency Water Use Restrictions under City of Tampa Ordinance 2006-104 remain in effect and apply to all outdoor water use inside Tampa city limits, regardless of source (public, private, well, or surface).
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Officers Arrest Suspect Connected with Shooting and Bike Thefts
» 8/26/2008 8:32:00 AM ESTCity of Tampa
Officers Arrest Suspect Connected with Shooting and Bike Thefts
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Labor Day Solid Waste Collection Schedule
» 8/26/2008 7:37:00 AM ESTCity of Tampa
There will be no solid waste collection service on Monday, September 1, 2008, in observance of Labor Day.
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Tampa Parks and Recreation Labor Day Schedules
» 8/25/2008 2:24:00 PM ESTCity of Tampa
The City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department invites you to enjoy your Labor Day holiday at one of Tampa’s parks. City parks will be open normal operating hours this Labor Day, however, some facilities will have holiday hours or be closed.
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Officer Catches Auto Thief
» 8/25/2008 11:25:00 AM ESTCity of Tampa
Officer Catches Auto Thief
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Tropical Storm Fay Becomes a Real Life Exercise for GTCERT
» 8/23/2008 6:55:00 AM ESTCity of Tampa
On Monday, August 18, 2008 GT CERT received a request to provide backup communications support via amateur radio for four fire stations and the City EOC starting at 1PM on Tuesday, 08/19/08. The GT CERT Communications Plan was put into effect and calls went out to all Team Leaders or Alternate Team Leaders within approximately 2 hours of the initial notification.
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Basic CERT Training Class Offered
» 8/22/2008 5:45:00 PM ESTCity of Tampa
There will be a Basic CERT Training Class offered beginning Tuesday, September 9, 2008. The purpose of the course is to provide citizens with the basic skills needed during a major disaster. This training will allow graduates to respond to the immediate needs of their community in the aftermath of a major disaster - the time when emergency services may not be immediately available.
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Water Maintenance Project Will Close 7th Avenue Between 19th and 20th Streets
» 8/22/2008 4:22:00 PM ESTCity of Tampa
East 7th Avenue between 19th and 20th streets in Ybor City will be closed to traffic starting Sunday while Tampa Water Department crews perform maintenance on water lines.
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Detectives Arrest Suspect for Child Pornography
» 8/22/2008 3:49:00 PM ESTCity of Tampa
Detectives Arrest Suspect for Child Pornography
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Call 9-1-1 TV Show
» 8/22/2008 11:15:00 AM ESTCity of Tampa
"Call 911" is a new Investigation Discovery show featuring the often unheralded heroes of the 9-1-1 call centers. A Tampa Fire Rescue incident will be featured on the show at various dates and times.
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City of Tampa Enterprise Zone Development Agency Marketing Committee Meeting Scheduled
» 8/22/2008 10:43:00 AM ESTCity of Tampa
The City of Tampa Enterprise Zone Development Agency, Marketing Committee, will meet Friday, August 22, 2008 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The meeting will be held at 2105 North Nebraska Avenue, Tampa, FL (German American Club Building 2nd Floor Conference Room).
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Save Water to Save Money
» 8/22/2008 9:52:00 AM ESTCity of Tampa
As part of a 5-year plan approved in 2007, potable water rates will increase on October 1, 2008.
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Register Now for the 28th Annual Senior Games
» 8/21/2008 2:32:00 PM ESTCity of Tampa
The City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department is currently registering adults, 50 years of age and above, for the 2008 Annual Tampa Bay Senior Games.
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City of Tampa Enterprise Zone Development Agency Meeting Scheduled
» 8/21/2008 1:32:00 PM ESTCity of Tampa
The City of Tampa Enterprise Zone Development Agency will meet Monday, August 25, 2008 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
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Meeting Cancellation - City Council - Thursday, August 28, 2008
» 8/21/2008 8:54:00 AM ESTCity of Tampa
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that due to lack of a quorum the evening meeting of the Tampa City Council at 6:00 P.M. on Thursday, August 28, 2008 is CANCELLED.
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Tampa Has Super Plans For Downtown Park
» 8/21/2008 8:31:00 AM ESTCity of Tampa
The city is working to finish a redesigned park in the Channel District by January, hoping it could become a hot spot for Super Bowl events.
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Tampa Police Arrest Kickball Coach for Sexual Battery
» 8/20/2008 3:22:00 PM ESTCity of Tampa
Tampa Police Arrest Kickball Coach for Sexual Battery
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Tampa Ranks in Top 25 Arts Destinations on American Style Readers’ List - City honored for its focus on arts tourism and its commitment to arts organizations
» 8/20/2008 2:06:00 PM ESTCity of Tampa
Tampa, Florida captured spot 23 on American Style magazine’s Top 25 Arts Destination readers’ poll for mid-sized cities (population between 100,000 and 499,000).
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Police Arrest Suspect for Capital Sexual Battery
» 8/20/2008 11:02:00 AM ESTCity of Tampa
Police Arrest Suspect for Capital Sexual Battery
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Tampa Water Department to Host Open House for New Water Pipeline Project
» 8/17/2008 3:37:00 PM ESTCity of Tampa
The City of Tampa Water Department will host an open house to provide information for the fourth phase of a new pipeline project.
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School’s Open – Please Drive Safely - Students head back to school in Hillsborough County on Monday
» 8/15/2008 11:07:00 PM ESTCity of Tampa
The first day of school is quickly approaching and there is no higher priority than the safety of our children. With children returning to school in Hillsborough County on Monday, August 18, the City of Tampa Department of Public Works is urging motorists to be especially cautious and watch for children as they travel to and from school.
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Back to School Patrols Officers patrol bus routes
» 8/15/2008 9:37:00 AM ESTCity of Tampa
Back to School Patrols
Officers patrol bus routes
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Exhibition of Tampa’s Fifth Photographer Laureate Opens
» 8/13/2008 9:16:00 AM ESTCity of Tampa
The City of Tampa’s fifth Photographer Laureate portfolio will be unveiled at the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Gallery beginning Monday, August 25, 2008.
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Detectives Arrest Suspects in Community Center Shooting
» 8/13/2008 9:03:00 AM ESTCity of Tampa
Detectives Arrest Suspects in Community Center Shooting
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Centro Ybor Parking Office Officially Reopens
» 8/13/2008 8:34:00 AM ESTCity of Tampa
The Centro Ybor Garage office, which had been closed for maintenance repairs, has reopened.
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**UPDATE Suspect Caught
» 8/12/2008 1:01:00 PM ESTCity of Tampa
**UPDATE Suspect Caught
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Men Crashed Through Fence to Steal Beverage Pallets
» 8/12/2008 11:18:00 AM ESTCity of Tampa
Men Crashed Through Fence to Steal Beverage Pallets
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Tampa’s First Green Fast Track Project Submitted & Reviewed
» 8/11/2008 12:24:00 PM ESTCity of Tampa
The Beck Group, one of the areas largest builders, submitted the first project utilizing the City of Tampa’s new Green Fast Track Review process.
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Seventh Avenue Reopens Today - Repaving project completed ahead of schedule
» 8/7/2008 12:27:00 PM ESTCity of Tampa
The City of Tampa completed the repaving of Seventh Avenue in Ybor City on Thursday, August 7, almost two days ahead of schedule.
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Superior moves into Tampa with bank deal
Road agency under fire again
Many Tampa tollbooths to lose human collectors
Nashville company acquires Tampa private school
Tampa Bay emergency personnel pay close attention to Ernesto

