By Matt Wiley
The 2015 City of Tampa municipal election is a wrap and the votes have been tallied, with turnout low throughout the city, especially (again) in New Tampa.Continue reading
โGo Hillsboroughโ Meeting Gathers Input On Local Transportation Problems
By Matt Wiley
Transportation is obviously still a big issue here in New Tampa. With portions of our areaโs main artery, Bruce B. Downs (BBD) Blvd., likely to still be under construction for several years, it comes as no surprise that residents are concerned.Continue reading
Additions To Two New Tampa Churches Coming Along Nicely
By Matt Wiley
Worshippers at two of New Tampaโs oldest churches may be more accustomed to hearing the sound of construction than church bells in recent months, as both St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church and Tampa Bay Presbyterian Church are in the process of expanding their facilities.Continue reading
County Closing On Pluris Pebble Creek Purchase
Pebble Creek residents are one step closer to becoming Hillsborough County Utilities customers, as the county is in the process of closing a deal with Pluris to purchase the utility service in the New Tampa community.Continue reading
Florida Bill Could Remove Requirement For Waivers At City Skateparks
By Matt Wiley
A Florida legislator wants to encourage cities to build more skateparks. His solution? Get rid of parental consent waivers, which currently are required for most skateparks across the state, including at the New Tampa Skatepark, located at the New Tampa Rec Center on Commerce Park Blvd. in Tampa Palms.Continue reading