Central Tampa News

Tampa Prep history students visit Boston

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:15:00 EST

Eighth-graders from Tampa Preparatory School recently traveled to Boston as part of their American history class.

Relief in sight on 40th street

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:43:00 EST

The push to widen 40th Street goes back four decades to residents' pleas to then-Mayor Nick Nuccio for help. Promises were made, but nothing happened.

Slain Middleton student planned to join National Guard

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:55:00 EST

Gregory Allen Jr. planned to join the National Guard after graduating from Middleton High School, where he had once been named "Turnaround Student of the Year" for the uptick in his academics and behavior.

East Tampa critter caper evolves into monkey hunt

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 21:26:00 EST

It's a monkey, not a raccoon, after all.

Student poets appreciate veterans

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Ballast Point Elementary School observed Veterans Day on Tuesday with an assembly and program to salute the service and efforts of members of the nation's armed forces.

Pastels a rough start for Uzbekistan artist

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

The Kotler Art Gallery of the John F. Germany Library presents a solo exhibit of works by South Tampa artist Tatyana Hankinson through November.

Light Up the Night at cigar street party

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

A cigar street party, Light Up the Night, will benefit the Tampa Firefighters Museum and the Cigar Family Charitable Foundation.

Winner by a nose

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

DAVIS ISLANDS Tampa General Hospital's annual Great Pumpkin Carving Contest attracted 18 entries for judging Oct. 30. Categories includes spookiest, best-carved, most amusing and most creative.

Yellow Jackets expect big things this season

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Last season, Blake High's boys varsity basketball team had one of its better seasons since reopening in 1997, posting a 20-8 record and reaching the playoffs.

Store owner puts up a good front

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

A slow economy, a worn-out storefront and a big empty space worked to developer John Yo's advantage. He had talked about sprucing up his uncle's 22nd Street convenience store property, and suddenly he had the time.

Condo tower debate still casts shadow

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Six years hasn't been long enough to settle debate about a proposed condominium tower on Bayshore Boulevard.

Davis Islands trail work in sight

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Bids for construction of the Davis Islands neighborhood trail are due Dec. 1, putting the long-awaited city project on schedule to open next year.

Garden Club celebrates

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

SOUTH TAMPA Rose Circle Garden Club celebrated its 82nd year during its October meeting and luncheon at the home of Maria Johnson.

Sulphur Springs civic leaders honored

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Norma and Joseph Robinson have been described as a dynamic duo for their years of civic activism in Sulphur Springs.

An idea gains footing

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Leigh Peters spent seven years in New York City as a buyer and seller for designers such as Calvin Klein, Donna Karen and XOXO.

Good souls help seniors

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

The Ladies of Soul donned work clothes to help local seniors at Acorn Trace Apartments on North Nebraska Avenue on Oct. 24.

Sulphur Springs historical museum seems increasingly likely

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:00:00 EST

A $5,000 gift and the likely availability of a suitable building have encouraged people hoping to open a Sulphur Springs historical museum.

Hillsborough receiver makes his mark

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:19:00 EST

Earl Garcia doesn't mince words when it comes to Charles Lovett. "He is the best receiver I've had," Hillsborough High's football coach states emphatically.

Post your calendar of events at southtampa.tbo.com or centraltampa.tbo.com

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Things To Do is a list of some of the most interesting upcoming events. For a complete list of Tampa Bay area events, see this week's Friday Extra.

Alumni rally for volleyball team

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Tampa Preparatory School alumni, their families and fans recently donned their spirit wear and attended a Tampa Prep varsity volleyball game to watch the Terrapins compete against longtime rival Bayshore Christian School.