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                        The firings and resignations have meant that much of the sheriff's command staff had to be reorganized, with several other people promoted to cover those vacancies.
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                        The state will build express lanes on a 17-mile stretch from I-75 to County Line Road beginning in 2028.
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                        Hillsborough's "Operation Safe Passage" program aims to raise awareness of travel safety and protect young students.
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                        The DOGE committee is awaiting the results of a full state audit of the county's finances before taking any action. They say much of the spending was necessary to keep up with rapid population growth.
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                        The ferry between St. Petersburg and Tampa shut down in April after the previous operator wanted to replace its boat with a slower, more expensive one.
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                        Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia says the county's general fund jumped more than 56%, to nearly $860 million, since 2019. He used the audit to promote the governor's desire to cut property taxes.
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                        The situation raises questions about the balance between local autonomy and executive power in Florida.
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                        Saladino, who was born and raised in Ybor City, began his dedication to youth as a public school P.E. teacher before starting an iconic high school tournament and postseason award to honor his late father.
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                        These multiuse sites are being designed for youth tournaments, adult recreational leagues, conventions and graduations.
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                        Only three of the county's seven kennels have air conditioning. The community can help by adopting, fostering or taking an animal home for the day.
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                        Black & Veatch, an independent consulting company, spent months interviewing residents and evaluating the stormwater systems in the county.
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                        The group voted 5-2 to phase out recurring funding for nonprofits awarded financial support prior to 2024. Those “legacy” groups will see the county’s contribution reduced to zero by fiscal year 2029.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
