Chocolate Festival, Recess Bill Dies, Publix 'Most Admired'

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Lightning Fans Invited To Fantasy Camp

Tampa Bay Lightning fans with dreams of personally taking to the ice will soon get their chance. The team has announced the dates for its third annual Lightning Made Fantasy Camp.

School Recess Bill Dies In Florida Senate

Just one day after the Florida House voted to approve making 20 minutes of daily recess mandatory in public schools, the bill that would make it so appears to be dead on arrival in the Senate.

Chocolate Festival Sweetens Ybor City Saturday

Tampa Bay area chocolate lovers may want to set a course for Ybor City Saturday. That’s the day the Ybor City Chocolate Festival rolls into town.

Publix Named Among ‘World’s Most Admired Companies’

When it comes to big companies with strong reputations on the global front, Tampa Bay’s Publix makes the cut. That’s according to Fortune, which recently released its list of the “World’s Most Admired Companies.”

Boycott Beyonce’s Music, Tampa Police Union Says

As the Tampa Police Department strives to set the record straight that its officers will provide security for Beyonce’s upcoming performance at Raymond James Stadium, the local police union has issued a statement about the controversy.

Florida Zika Virus Cases Up By 2 In 1 Day

Another county has officially been included in a declaration of public health emergency issued by the state of Florida courtesy of the Zika virus.

Tampa Bay Bonefish Grill Locations Spared

Bonefish Grill lovers in the Tampa Bay area can breathe a collective sigh of relief. Bloomin’ Brands, the parent company of the Tampa-based chain, announced Friday that local stores are not part of an announced 14-location closing.

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