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💰Detoured Dollars: Hillsborough's Transit Tax Trails Off Course

🪑Urgent Appeal: Tampa Nonprofit Seeks New Home to Sustain Community Lifeline

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🎸Tampa's Rock Revelation: Umbilicus’s Rare Concert at New World Brewery!

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🏈 Tampa Bay Triumph: Buccaneers Seal Deals with Evans & Mayfield Ahead of Free Agency!

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Detoured Dollars: Hillsborough's Transit Tax Trails Off Course

In a surprising twist for Hillsborough County, less than half of the previously collected transportation sales tax will actually be allocated to transportation projects.

Initially approved by voters in 2018, the 1% sales tax aimed to enhance the county's infrastructure but was later invalidated by the Florida Supreme Court. The current state budget proposal reveals that only about $256 million of the accumulated $589 million will fund road projects. 

The remainder is earmarked for legal fees, tax refunds, and a sales tax holiday, diverging from the original intent to bolster transportation and transit services amidst the county's growing traffic woes and minimal public transit options.

Read More: tampabeacon.com

Urgent Appeal: Tampa Nonprofit Seeks New Home to Sustain Community Lifeline

 In Tampa, Florida, New Life Warehouse, a cornerstone nonprofit organization dedicated to providing essential home goods to individuals and families in need, is on the brink of closing its doors. 

With less than a month left before it must vacate its current location, the future looks uncertain for both the charity and those it serves. The warehouse, offered to the organization at no cost, has been sold, leaving New Life without a home and scrambling to find a new space that fits its unique needs.

Director Stephanie Haile highlights the critical role New Life Warehouse plays in the community, emphasizing the looming gap in support for many families should the nonprofit cease operations. Efforts to find a new location have been challenging, with available spaces either unsuitable or inadequate for the nonprofit's requirements for space and growth potential. This predicament not only threatens New Life's mission but also concerns partner agencies, such as Church World Service, which relies heavily on New Life Warehouse for furniture and housing support in their resettlement efforts.

As the search for a new home continues, New Life Warehouse hopes for a temporary closure at most. The organization urgently seeks a space with at least 10,000 square feet, loading docks, and ample parking to resume its vital services. In addition, a fundraiser is planned for May to help support the move, details of which will be shared on social media.

Read More: wfla.com

Tampa's Rock Revelation: Umbilicus’s Rare Concert at New World Brewery!

 On March 14, 2024, Tampa Bay's own rock powerhouse, Umbilicus, is set to electrify the New World Brewery stage.

Known for their infusion of vintage blues and psych-rock vibes, reminiscent of the '60s and '70s, Umbilicus stands out in Tampa Bay's rich tapestry of hard-rock supergroups. The band boasts an impressive lineup, including talents from legendary acts like Deicide and Cannibal Corpse, ensuring a night of intense, nostalgia-driven rock music.

Their debut album, "Path of 1000 Suns," is a nod to the golden era of rock, packed with the exhilarating solos, harmonious vocals, and robust riffs that defined the genre.

Fans of classic rock bands like Scorpions, Black Sabbath, and Bad Company will find Umbilicus's sound both familiar and refreshing. Don't miss the chance to experience their captivating live performance; tickets are available starting at $15.

Read More: cltampa.com

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Tampa Bay Triumph: Buccaneers Seal Deals with Evans & Mayfield Ahead of Free Agency!

 The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have proactively secured their key free agents ahead of the NFL's free agency period, re-signing star wide receiver Mike Evans and quarterback Baker Mayfield.

Evans agreed to a two-year, $41 million deal, potentially increasing to $52 million with incentives, emphasizing his commitment to Tampa, influenced by a heartfelt conversation with his wife. Known for his foundational role and community impact, Evans looks forward to excelling further in 2024, building on his impressive touchdown record.

Simultaneously, the Buccaneers finalized a lucrative three-year, $100 million contract with Mayfield, ensuring stability at the quarterback position. With $50 million guaranteed and a chance to elevate to $115 million, Mayfield's deal reflects the team's confidence in his capabilities, following a season that garnered widespread approval from the team and fans alike.

Additionally, safety Antoine Winfield Jr. has been franchised, guaranteeing him $17.4 million for the season, rounding out the Buccaneers' strategic moves to maintain their core roster as they aim for another impactful season.

Read More: flteams.com

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