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Issue #075: This Week: Troy’s Jeopardy! Challenge, Tampa's 55+ Paradise, USF's Top Coach & Manhunt in Wesley Chapel
032024
Ted Grellner
20 Mar
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In this issue of
NewTampa | WesleyChapel Local Pulse
Local News
🏆Tampa Talent Troy Meyer Aims for Victory in Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions
Of Interest
🏠 Tampa's Top Retirement Havens: Luxury Living for the Active 55+ Set!
Sports
🏀USF's Abdur-Rahim Dominates Awards Season: A Finalist for Top Coaching Honors
Crime
👮♂️ Manhunt Intensifies: Suspected Money Launderer Last Spotted in Wesley Chapel
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March 20 — Grand Opening Extravaganza - 2024's largest ribbon cutting, The Shops at Wiregrass, 28210 Paseo Dr, Ste 190, 4-6pm
March 20 - Free music with Nunes at Night, Treblemakers, WC,6034 Wesley Grove Blvd, WC, 6-9pm
March 21 — WC Prof. Networking Lunch, Bahama Breeze, 25830 Sierra Center Blvd, Lutz 1130am-1pm
March 22
March 23 — Happyfest, WC District Park, 7727 Boyette Rd WC, Registration req’d,, $2/person, 10am-1pm
March 24
March 25
Tampa Talent Troy Meyer Aims for Victory in Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions
Tampa's own Troy Meyer is in the heat of the competition in the 2024 "Jeopardy!" Tournament of Champions finals. Meyer, a music executive from Tampa, is vying for the champion's title against two formidable opponents: a philosophy professor and a psychologist.
Having outsmarted 24 other "Jeopardy!" champions, he's now in a tight race, with the victory condition being the first contestant to clinch three wins.
Meyer's journey on "Jeopardy!" is not just about the game; it intertwines with his personal life, marking significant milestones, including a romantic chapter with his wife, whom he met through their shared love for the show.
This contest holds sentimental value too, as he dedicates his performance to his late mother, fulfilling her dream posthumously.
Tampa's Top Retirement Havens: Luxury Living for the Active 55+ Set!
Tampa and its surroundings are becoming hotspots for 55+ communities, catering to retirees, particularly from the Northeast, who are drawn by the mild weather, accessibility, and vibrant sports scene. Here's a brief overview of some notable retirement communities:
Valencia Ridge: Situated near Tampa, this upcoming luxury community promises contemporary homes and top-tier amenities, including a clubhouse, pools, and various recreational courts.
Cresswind at Lakewood Ranch: Offers 650 single-family homes with access to a large clubhouse and pool, located between Sarasota and Bradenton, with homes starting in the $400k range.
Del Webb BayView & Bexley: Both communities provide resort-style living with full-time directors to enhance the lifestyle, located in Parrish and Land O' Lakes respectively, with homes starting in the $300k range.
Esplanade at Wiregrass Ranch: A blend of suburban charm and city convenience in Wesley Chapel, offering homes from the $400k’s.
Kings Point: A vast gated community known for its active lifestyle options, located centrally near Tampa, with homes ranging from the mid $100k's to high $400k's.
Manors at Angeline & Mirada: Both communities are part of larger master plans offering exclusive adult living with ample amenities, starting in the $300k’s.
Southshore Bay & Valencia Del Sol: Feature resort-style amenities with homes in the $300k’s, emphasizing community and active living.
Villages of Citrus Hills: A mix of 55+ and all-age neighborhoods offering an array of amenities and social activities, located in Citrus Hills, FL.
These communities not only provide luxurious living options but also foster a sense of community and active lifestyle, perfect for those seeking a fulfilling retirement.
USF's Abdur-Rahim Dominates Awards Season: A Finalist for Top
Coaching Honors
Amir Abdur-Rahim, the head coach who led the University of South Florida (USF) Bulls to an exceptional season, is now a finalist for both the Jim Phelan and Ben Jobe National Coach of the Year awards.
His strategic prowess has brought the Bulls their first-ever regular season conference title, achieving a remarkable 23-6 record. This significant turnaround from the previous season places USF at the forefront of college basketball's most improved teams.
Not only did the Bulls secure their first top 25 ranking, but they also boasted the nation’s longest winning streak at one point.
The team's success is further highlighted by guard Chris Youngblood's recognition as AAC Co-Player of the Year and other players' notable accolades. Abdur-Rahim's unanimous selection as AAC Coach of the Year underscores his impactful leadership and the historic achievements of USF's basketball program.
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Manhunt Intensifies: Suspected Money Launderer Last Spotted in Wesley Chapel
The U.S. Marshals are intensively searching for 44-year-old Samora Patterson, who has evaded incarceration after being ordered to self-surrender to Allenwood Federal Correctional Institution on May 5, 2023, to commence a federal prison sentence.
Ignoring the directive, Patterson vanished and has been last spotted in Wesley Chapel, Florida, back in May 2023. Authorities are urging anyone with information on Patterson’s location to immediately contact the U.S. Marshals Service at 813-955-1023, aiding in his apprehension.
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