Tampa Bay Engages in a Heated Discourse on Teen Curfew.
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As Tampa grapples with rising concerns about juvenile safety, the city is embroiled in a debate over the proposed ordinance for a city-wide curfew targeting children under 16. Prompted by a tragic shooting on 7th Avenue in Ybor City, this proposal is under scrutiny from both city leaders and residents...
New data from the Census Bureau now shows that South Carolina is one of the top states in America for new home construction.
According to the new Census' American Community Survey, there are about 131,160,239 occupied households in the US. Of these properties, 15,726,042 were constructed from 2010, equal to 11.99% of the homes across the US. A total of...
Charleston
Mount Pleasant’s Going Places Seeks Volunteers for Massive Bike Giveaway
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Mount Pleasant-based nonprofit Going Places is giving away a ton of bicycles to Charleston-area students and partnering with an Arizona non-profit to expand its reach nationally.
In a recent press release, Going Places announced a partnership with the Arizona-based DeeAnn Flores Schertz Foundation. This collaboration will result in all 830 students at Hartford Sylvia Encinas Elementary in Arizona receiving new...
Charleston
Proposed High-Density 300-Acre Development at Old St. George Country Club Sparks Debate
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The Dorchester County Council is currently evaluating a significant development proposal in the Charleston area, which includes a plan to rezone 300 acres of land in St. George, previously home to the St. George Country Club.
This rezoning proposal aims to transform the area into a high-density residential neighborhood, shifting from its current agricultural zoning. Under the current zoning, the...
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Revamping History: National Park Service Asking For Public Input About Overhaul of Fort Sumter
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The National Park Service (NPS) is currently inviting public feedback on an environmental assessment concerning the replacement of docks at Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historic Park, as stated in a recent announcement.
The NPS has identified that the existing docks are in a state of deterioration and fail to provide sufficient accessibility. The proposed upgrades aim to accommodate...
Charleston
Former Governor Nikki Haley Coming To Charleston This Week For Presidential Campaign Rally
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Nikki Haley, the former Governor of South Carolina, is scheduled to visit the region this week for a rally in North Charleston, just one month before the state's presidential preference primary. Haley, returning to South Carolina, will engage with her supporters on Wednesday, January 24th, the day following the New Hampshire primary.
The event is set to be held in...
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Charleston’s $2.5 Million Vision: Building a Hub for Minority Entrepreneurs
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Ex-state Senator Marlon Kimpson, together with Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg, recently announced the allocation of multi-million dollar state funds for Charleston's new Entrepreneur Resource Center and Incubator.
The funding, totaling $2.5 million, is set to enhance minority-owned businesses in Charleston by offering a variety of services such as programming, adaptable office spaces, business development tools, and technical support.
The resource center,...
Get ready, Tampa Bay! The chilly days are behind us, and a wave of warmth is about to sweep over the region, transforming our weather experience.
Temperatures are set to climb rapidly, for those planning outdoor activities, it's time to relish milder afternoons with temperature reaching a comfortable 70 degrees today, just a degree below the average.
The overnight lows near...
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Clearwater’s Wild Ride: 22-Year-Old’s Car Crashes Through Restaurant and Dentist
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Clearwater's early risers were startled on Sunday as a 22-year-old woman's car careened out of control, crashing into a dental office and a nearby restaurant.
At around 6:43 a.m. on Sunday’s morning, Trejo's 2010 Hyundai Sonata, seemingly with a mind of its own, veered across the median, traversed the eastbound lanes, and, in a dramatic twist, crashed through the front...
In a playoff showdown that kept Tampa Bay on the edge of its seat, the Buccaneers fought valiantly, but Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions emerged triumphant with a 31-23 win, securing a spot in the NFC Championship game.
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Heartbreak for Tampa Bay as Lions Secure NFC Championship Berth
The Buccaneers entered the divisional-round playoff game with high hopes, facing a...