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News General, News Mayor Office

In a continued effort to support Tampa’s urban tree canopy, the City of Tampa is excited to host the 2nd annual Mayor Jane’s Tree Giveaway, distributing 1,000 free trees to community residents.…

News General, News Mayor Office, News Sustainability & Resilience

Mayor Jane Castor today called on Tampa to renew and re-energize its commitment to maintaining a word class tree canopy, setting a goal of planting 30,000 new trees by 2030.   “I am enlisting…

News City Council, News Community Redevelopment Areas, News General

Named one of the most “beautiful cinemas” in the world, the Tampa Theatre is receiving much-needed repair and restoration improvements to protect and fully preserve the iconic landmark.  Phase I of…

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WHAT: Today, Mayor Jane Castor is unveiling new tree initiatives to protect and improve the city's tree canopy. The Mayor is calling on Tampa to renew and re-energize its commitment to maintaining a…

News General, News Mayor Office

WHAT: Today, Mayor Jane Castor will cast her vote for the City of Tampa Municipal Run-off Election. The mayor is encouraging everyone to go vote. DATE: Tuesday, April 25, 2023TIME: 3:30 PMLOCATION: …

News Tampa Police

Through a three-week officer mentorship program called "Shielding Our Teens," the Tampa Police Department has helped 95 Tampa students receive job offers from local businesses for the summer.…

News General, News Mayor Office

Mayor Jane Castor and the Tampa City Council will be sworn into office on May 1 at 9 a.m. at Armature Works in Tampa. The ceremony will mark the beginning of Mayor Castor's second term and the start…

News Tampa Police

Tampa Police Detectives are investigating a homicide that took place in the 2900 block of N. Central Avenue on Sunday night, where an adult black female was shot and killed. This was not a random…

News Tampa Police

Tampa Police have identified and arrested 38-year-old Joseph Killins, charging him in relation to a kidnapping and sexual battery that occurred on April 18. Killins has also been charged with an…

News General, News Water Department

This Earth Day, the public is invited to learn how to keep their landscapes healthy and thriving while saving a precious resource: our water! The Tampa Water Department Conservation team will be…

News Tampa Police

Tampa Police Detectives are asking the community to take a good look at this video and see if you recognize this person. VIDEO LINK The suspect in this video is wanted in connection with a robbery…

News General, News Solid Waste

Do your kids love big trucks? The City of Tampa is proud to host Florida’s SWANA Road-e-o, a Solid Waste truck driving competition on Saturday, April 29th from 8AM – 1PM. Solid Waste drivers from…

News Development & Economic Opportunity, News General

HOPE COTTAGES UNVEILED   Tampa Hope is enhancing its sheltering services for people experiencing homelessness with the addition of 100 new, freestanding structures known as Hope Cottages™. Over the…

News General, News Water Department

Tampa Water Department Addresses Seasonal Drought by Temporarily Purchasing Water from Wholesale Water Provider The Tampa Water Department will purchase water from Tampa Bay Water (TBW) beginning…

News General

WHO: Maria Gomez, Mayor Jane Castor, Paint Your Heart Out Volunteers DATE: Saturday, April 22, 2023 TIME: 8:00 AM - Mayor's Arrival LOCATION: Maria Gomez's home at 1208 E. Ida St 33603 TAMPA GETS…

News General

Rowlett Park Community Clean-up Celebrates Earth Day and Global Youth Service Day The City of Tampa Parks & Recreation Department and Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful in partnership with Learn and Serve…

News Tampa Police

The Tampa Police Department is releasing a composite image of the suspect wanted in connection with a kidnapping and sexual battery that occurred late Tuesday night. Just after 11:00 p.m. on April 18…

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WHO: Mayor Jane Castor will join Bishop Gregory Parkes, of the Catholic Diocese of St. Petersburg, and Maggie Rogers, executive director of Catholic Charities, for the unveiling of 100 new Hope…

News Art and Cultural Affairs, News General, News Mayor Office, News Solid Waste

Mayor Jane Castor and the Department of Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management will be honoring the 2023 3R’s Art & Poetry Contest winners.  A ceremony will be held at Julian B. Lane…

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For the sixth year in a row, the Tampa Bay Lightning are in the NHL Playoffs. Mayor Jane Castor and the Lightning are celebrating with a banner drop at Tampa City Hall today at 12 p.m.  The group…

News Convention Center

Sustainability is a priority to Tampa Convention Center and event planners. On Earth Day and every day, we implement several measures to conserve energy and reduce waste at the Tampa Convention…

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For the sixth year in a row, the Tampa Bay Lightning are in the NHL Playoffs. Mayor Jane Castor and the Lightning are celebrating with a banner drop at Tampa City Hall on Monday, April 17 at 12:00 p.…

News Tampa Police

The Tampa Police Department is investigating an officer-involved incident at the Rodeway Inn, located at 2207 E Busch Boulevard.  At 11:20 p.m. on April 12, 2023, officers responded to the Rodeway…

News Convention Center, News General

The Tampa Convention Center is nominated for Best Convention Center in the Southeast in the 2023 Stella Awards. The awards recognize outstanding quality and service in the meetings industry, and…

News Convention Center, News General

The Tampa Convention Center is anticipating a busy weekend April 15 & 16, during the Tampa United Volleyball Slam and Next Level Nationals Cheer & Dance Competitions.  Drivers, please expect…