By Matt Wiley
In their fight to end hazing, the Kowiak family of New Tampa has taken the battle to the front door of Vermont ice cream giant Ben & Jerryâs, after the company recently released its âHazed & Confusedâ flavor. The family argues that the name makes a reference to the activity that took Harrison Kowiakâs life in 2008.Continue reading
By Matt Wiley
The New Tampa Family YMCA is mourning the loss of one of its own, as the organizationâs youth sports coordinator recently was discovered deceased.Continue reading
By Matt Wiley
Itâs not unusual to see current District 7 (which includes all of New Tampaâs city-based developments) Tampa City Council member Lisa Montelione behind a microphone at City Council meetings. However, it was somewhat more unusual to see her on the microphone behind the counter at Melâs Hot Dogs (on E. Busch Blvd. in Tampa) on October 1. No, she wasnât announcing that someoneâs order was ready, but announcing the kickoff to her re-election campaign. Continue reading
By Matt Wiley
Itâs always important to make sure that your vehicle doors are locked, even inside gated communities in the New Tampa area.Continue reading
By Matt Wiley
Booster clubs are formed to help raise money for school clubs. However, funds recently raised at Freedom High (located on Commerce Park Blvd. in Tampa Palms), have been going to other uses.Continue reading