South Tampa News

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Tampa area communities, groups honor veterans

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:05:00 EST

Rundown of larger local events planned for Veterans Day

Burglary of Piscitelli's home discovered during Bucs' game

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:32:00 EST

The home of Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Sabby Piscitelli was burglarized, and a lawn crew discovered the break-in Sunday afternoon as the team was playing the Green Bay Packers, police said.

High-end shoe store expands from South Tampa to International Plaza

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

A South Tampa store featuring high-end shoes for children has become so popular its owners are expanding - to International Plaza.

Greeks roll out the dough for annual festival this weekend

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

For more than two decades, St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church has put on the Tampa Greek Festival during the first weekend of November.

Plans for bike trail on Davis Islands roll forward

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:00:00 EST

Long-awaited all-purpose recreational trail on Davis Islands goes to bid; might be completed next year.

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.

Beach Park's arches finally will be restored

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

The entryway to a prominent South Tampa neighborhood will be refurbished.

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.