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Tampa Fire Rescue will unveil its newly completed fire training tower constructed of modified shipping containers on Monday, September 18.
PURPOSE: Grand unveiling of the newly constructed firefighter training tower which will…
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Will Promote and Broaden Economic Cooperation & Cultural Exchanges
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor and Édouard Philippe, Mayor of Le Havre and former French Prime Minister, will reaffirm the Sister City Agreement between their two cities on the 30th…
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One of the newest inductees into the Baseball Hall of Fame is a Tampa native. Fred McGriff, an original player on the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, will be honored on Friday with a proclamation declaring September 22 as “Fred McGriff Day” in the City of…
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The City of Tampa is dishing out a recipe for small food businesses to thrive through its Bridges to Business program. Local food entrepreneurs who are hungry for opportunity are invited to attend an upcoming session to learn more.
The Bridges to…
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The City of Tampa has appointed Abbye Feeley as Director of the Development & Growth Management Department (previously known as the Planning & Development Department). In this role, Feeley will provide oversight for the following divisions…
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Tampa Fire Rescue is proud to announce the addition of multiple new, state-of-the-art emergency response vehicles being added to its fleet. This significant upgrade includes three new fire engines, three new rescue cars, and two new Ambu-buses, all…
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The Tampa Convention Center is anticipating increased traffic Saturday, February 17 through Monday, February 19 from the Gasparilla Volleyball Kickoff. This event is expected to bring an estimated 10,000 athletes and spectators to Downtown Tampa. It…
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The City of Tampa Black History Committee, Inc. (COTBHC) is inviting the community to recognize and honor the contributions of African Americans to Tampa’s past, present, and future at the 36th Annual City of Tampa Black History Celebration.
On…
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The City of Tampa will be cutting the ribbon on the new dog park at Henry and Ola park. The 10,600-square-foot dog park is the 17th in the City.
Construction on the $150,000 project began late last year. In addition to fencing and irrigation, a…
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TAMPA, FLA. (February 5, 2024) - The Tampa Convention Center is anticipating heavy traffic on the morning of Wednesday, February 7, 2024, due to two events. There will be increased traffic related to Build Expo and the Hillsborough Regional…
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Bayshore Boulevard Landscaping
Set for Largest Replanting in Six Years
Bayshore Boulevard landscaping will get its largest replanting since 2018, beginning today and running for up to two weeks.
Bayshore’s landscaping…
Set for Largest Replanting in Six Years
Bayshore Boulevard landscaping will get its largest replanting since 2018, beginning today and running for up to two weeks.
Bayshore’s landscaping…
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Bead Reuse Program a Gasparilla Treasure
With sustainability in mind, Tampa’s Department of Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management is urging all Gasparilla pirates to take all unwanted beads to designated collection sites in order to…
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With the Key to the City now on the minds of the pirates of Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla, city staff across departments are working hard to prepare for their imminent invasion.
From public safety, to clean up, it has been 'all hands hoay' the past…
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Tampa to Have One of the Longest
Wastewater Pipelines in the Country
After four years of construction, a new wastewater pipeline will soon become the third longest of its kind in North America. The…
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In response to discussions of a proposed citywide juvenile curfew ordinance, the Tampa Police Department and Tampa Parks and Recreation are collaborating with a goal of expanding an evening youth program known as "Stay and Play."
The Police…
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As a symbol of support and solidarity, the City of Tampa and Hillsborough County are proud to announce the donation of medical triage items and protective equipment to assist Israel during these challenging times. This effort comes as a response to…
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The bearded bandits are at it once again! Tomorrow morning, daring and determined warriors from Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla’s elite Plunder-Team Ten Special Operations Unit will infiltrate Tampa’s outer defenses. Witness as they quickly sweep into…
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BUCS AND LIGHTNING TEAMING UP TO HOST DUAL WATCH PARTY AT THE SAIL PLAZA
The Tampa Convention Center will host a Dual…
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Tampa's Vision Zero initiative gaining national acclaim
Tampa's ambitious Vision Zero initiative…
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INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITY WITH MAYOR JANE CASTOR, KING & QUEEN OF YE MYSTIC KREWE OF GASPARILLA
Prior to the Start of Children's Gasparilla…
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Park Finder Challenge Promotes Tampa's Parks …
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City of Tampa Solid Waste Kicks Off 2024 3Rs Art & Poetry Contest
The City of…
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The City of Tampa’s Water Department is installing eight new 40-foot-long pumps and motors at the David L. Tippin Water Treatment Plant as part of its High Service Pump Station project. Once in service, these pumps will help deliver drinking water…
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The City of Tampa Community Engagement & Partnerships team is hosting a panel discussion to educate community members about the proposed citywide curfew ordinance that will impact juveniles 15 years old and under.
During the Family Summit,…
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Tampa Fire Rescue will be conducting live fire training at Tampa International Airport on Wednesday, January 17, at 5 p.m. , an exercise that will include flames up to 40 feet in the air.
The Tampa Fire Rescue Airport Rescue Fire Fighting Division…
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City of Tampa's Solid Waste Workers tell the story of Dr. King's advocacy for sanitation workers
The City of Tampa Solid Waste Department is paying tribute to the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who advocated for the rights and welfare of…
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City of Tampa officials will gather for a street renaming dedication ceremony, honoring the late J. Clifford MacDonald, a revered advocate for disability rights and community empowerment.
Tampa City Councilmembers alongside representatives from the…
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TAMPA CONVENTION CENTER NOMINATED FOR TWO URBAN EXCELLENCE AWARDS
The Tampa Convention…
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New Mural Honors Local Young Gymnasts
A nationally-recognized artist has completed a mural at…
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Mayor Jane Castor and the City of Tampa’s Mobility Department are proud to announce the completion of the first and second phases of safety improvements on Davis Islands, creating safer streets through new bike lanes and enhanced…
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Today, Mayor Jane Castor and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are celebrating the team's post season success with a banner drop.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers clinched their third straight NFC South title and fourth consecutive playoff run.
Mayor Castor,…
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Tampa Convention Center has achieved Global Biorisk Advisory Council™ (GBAC) STAR™ accreditation, the gold standard for prepared facilities. This status ensures that Tampa Convention Center has implemented the most stringent…
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Buccaneers Celebrate Third Consecutive Division Victory with City of Tampa Banner Drop
Mayor Jane Castor and the Tampa…
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In observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the City of Tampa offices will be closed on Monday, January 15, 2024.
The revised collection schedule is as follows:
Residential Customers who normally receive…
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As we prepare to enter the New Year, the City of Tampa is excited to close out 2023 with yet another weekend full of large-scale, action-packed events. Predictably, these events on Sunday, December 31st will lead to an extremely crowded downtown…
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In observance of New Year's Day, the City of Tampa offices will be closed on Monday, January 1, 2024.
Residential Customers will be affected as follows: Monday, January 1, 2024: No collection will take place. Tuesday…
Residential Customers will be affected as follows: Monday, January 1, 2024: No collection will take place. Tuesday…
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The City of Tampa's Department of Solid Waste and Environmental Program Management will offer curbside pickup of natural Christmas trees following the Christmas and New Year's holidays.
At no additional charge, residents will…
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Today, the City of Tampa will pay tribute to the remarkable life and enduring legacy of the late Michael Phillips, a revered local disability and healthcare advocate, with an honorary street renaming ceremony.
Tampa City Council members and…
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New Bikes Being Delivered to Tampa Kids Through onbikes and Caroling with Castor
For the fifth year in a row, Mayor Jane Castor and community partners will make surprise deliveries of brand new bikes to deserving kids throughout the City of…
For the fifth year in a row, Mayor Jane Castor and community partners will make surprise deliveries of brand new bikes to deserving kids throughout the City of…
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The City of Tampa is partnering with Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful to invite a dozen local artists to create works of art on storm drain concrete tops at Robles Park in Tampa.
The artists' designs will focus on the "Only Rain Down the Drain" educational…
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The Martin Luther King Parade Foundation, Inc., in partnership with the City of Tampa, is thrilled to announce updates for the 2024 parade and activities honoring the life and legacy of Civil Rights Leader Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The…
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City of Tampa Garbage Collection Schedule Revised for Christmas and New Year Holidays
A new collection schedule is now…
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The newly opened City Center at Hanna Avenue is proud to announce a “Meet the Artist” event featuring Nneka Jones, the artist behind the Tampa-inspired piece on display inside the center lobby.
Jones spent months teaching the skill of embroidery to…
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MORE THAN 3 MILES OF WATER
PIPELINES REPLACED IN VIRGINIA PARK
The City of Tampa and its partners are…
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As the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prepares to release its drinking water regulations on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as "Forever Chemicals," the Tampa Water Department is exploring a pioneering approach that will…
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The City of Tampa invites the community to the annual Illuminate East Tampa celebration.
Community leaders and City staff will light up three floating holiday trees at Robert L. Cole, Sr. Community Lake, located at 1798 E. Martin Luther King, Jr.…
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The downtown Tampa area is expected to see an influx of more than 30,000 people on Saturday, December 9, due to several large-scale events coupled with road closures and on-going construction projects, making navigating in and out of downtown more…
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It’s that time of year when little elves are working hard to compile a list for Santa to check twice to see who has been naughty or nice. To be extra certain, Santa will be making personalized Christmas phone calls to our youngest City of Tampa…
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Six years after it launched its project to bring affordable homes to our community, the City of Tampa will unveil the third phase of its Infill Housing Program. Eighteen lots will be awarded during Phase III, including some for multi-family housing…
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The City of Tampa is gearing up for a full-scale emergency exercise on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, during which the Tampa Police Department, Tampa Fire Rescue, and 25 participating agencies will train on responding to a mass casualty incident.…
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