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1. $58M HQ Expansion Planned By Tampa Defense Manufacturer (patch.com) — Tampa Brass & Aluminum is committing $58 million to expand its Tampa headquarters, adding 50 high-wage manufacturing jobs that support U.S. military programs. Local leaders say the project underscores Tampa and Hillsborough County's growing strength in advanced manufacturing and defense-related industries, helped by workforce training and infrastructure support.
2. Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran's concert at Raymond James Stadium over Pro-Palestinian comments (fox13news.com) — Tampa concertgoers headed to Ed Sheeran's November 7 Raymond James Stadium show will see a changed lineup, after Macklemore was dropped following his pro-Palestinian comments and venue pushback. The Tampa Sports Authority confirms the show will go on with Lukas Graham and Aaron Rowe, while the decision sparks wider debate over speech, safety, and big-name acts at the publicly funded stadium.
3. Possible development near Tampa cemeteries sparks debate (tampabay28.com) — A proposed land-use change next to Woodlawn and Showmen's Rest cemeteries in Tampa is moving forward, despite concerns from some residents about possible unmarked graves. County planners approved shifting the 1.34‑acre North Boulevard parcel to allow low‑density housing, and Tampa City Council will take a final vote on September 24.
4. USF CONNECT renews incubator lease (stpetecatalyst.com) — USF CONNECT will keep its Tampa Bay Technology Incubator space for at least five more years, preserving crucial wet and dry labs for local tech startups. The renewed $5.5 million lease supports companies like Psilera, Modelithics, and PolyMaterials App, helping move USF research into real-world products, jobs, and investment in the Tampa Bay area.
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