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🌱 Patch AM: How a new $50 million safety complex will change Temple Terrace
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Good morning Temple Terrace! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How a new $50 million safety complex will change Temple Terrace
- Temple Terrace mourns the passing of longtime resident Charlotte Sue Jobe
Also on today's calendar: Empire of the Sun and 2 more events.
Today's riddle: What is full of holes but still holds water? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: A t-storm in the afternoon, with a high of 93 and low of 77 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 90, low: 76.
- Sunday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 92 and low of 75 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Temple Terrace voters approve $50 million bond for public safety complex (baynews9.com) — Temple Terrace residents have approved a $50 million bond to build a new public safety complex, which will raise property taxes but promises faster emergency response and better facilities. City leaders say design work comes next, with construction expected to finish around 2029 and include a firing range, expanded evidence storage, and on-site vehicle processing for police and Fire Station 3. 
• Charlotte Sue Jobe - June 24, 1935 - Aug. 16, 2026 (fortworthreport.org) — Temple Terrace is mourning the passing of 91-year-old resident Charlotte Sue Jobe, who died peacefully at home on August 16. Remembered as a devoted wife, mother, teacher, and homemaker, she touched many lives through her love of family, education, sewing, and music, leaving a warm legacy of faith, creativity, and service.
📸 Around Temple Terrace
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Temple Terrace
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★ Featured events ★
- Icon for Hire →
The Orpheum, 14802 N Nebraska Ave, Tampa
6:00 pm
Wednesday September 9
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Other local events
- Early Release Day (Students released 1 hour early)
Temple Terrace Tampa, FL 33617 - Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting →
Temple Terrace, FL Calendar
5:30 pm - City Council Meeting →
Temple Terrace, FL Calendar, City Council Chambers, 11250 N. 56th Street, Temple Terrace
6:00 pm - Empire of the Sun →
MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, 4802 US-301, Tampa
5:00 pm
Monday August 24
Tuesday September 1
Thursday September 17
📣 Temple Terrace Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- ACA Meeting 10:45-11:45 AM →
Unity of Tampa Tampa, FL 33609
10:30 am - R&B Ink & Sip Night | Beginner Tattoo Experience + Wine Tasting (Tampa)8/21 →
Vino Ghvino 21, 1717 S 50th St, Tampa
6:30 pm - Music Bingo - Beat the Heat!
Unity of Tampa Tampa, FL 33609
2:00 pm - Florida Gun Show Tampa – August →
Expo Hall, 4800 US-301, Tampa
10:00 am - Sunday Service
Unity of Tampa , 2610 Silver Lake Ave, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
11:00 am - Spanish Prayer Group
Unity of Tampa Tampa, FL 33609
1:00 pm - Spirit Night at Twistee Treat
Claywell 3846 W Fletcher Ave, Tampa, FL 33618, USA
Friday August 21
Saturday August 22
Sunday August 23
Monday August 24
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- Refresh - Aesthetics & Wellness — (813) 575-2805
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Does anyone know any local dog breeders of lap dog breeds in the Tampa area?
It doesn't have to be a lap dog but no more than 40 pounds. I would like to get a Scottish Terrier. Mine recently tragically died prematurely… (Nextdoor Raintree)
🗞 Nearby News
Tampa
- Gas Dash brings fuel delivery straight to Tampa drivers (fox13news.com)
- 2 Hillsborough commissioners voted yes on Rays deal. Could they now upend it? (tampabay.com)
South Tampa
- Sunday is National Cuban Sandwich Day, and people are bound to argue about this South Tampa French restaurant's take on the classic (cltampa.com)
Ok Temple Terrace! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A sponge (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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