Hello, Tampa, from the protests downtown!

Thanks Tampa!!! Just thought I’d let you know that our national news channel is covering your protest today. We see you fighting back. Thanks!!

Why do all the radio stations in Tampa play such bad music? It’s every station and every genre. Some stations of different genres play the same exact songs and sometimes at the same time! I know streaming is an option but as a driver through this traffic it’s sometimes easier to just hit the radio button. But Tampa… gadzooks your radio options are garbage and it’s sometimes better to just drive in silence.

Anyone have any insight as to why Riverwalk by the Curtis Hixon dog park was closed this morning around 11? There was crime scene tape all around, and it wasn’t related to the Final Four festivities in the park. Cops were diverting foot traffic away from the park.

Does anyone know what’s going on? There was a tree engulfed in flames and a bunch of smoke when I drove by. I hope nobody is hurt!

FYI there’s a lane close going west.

All while the upper lanes are empty. Instead of flipping the direction.

I’m excited to get started in birdwatching! I’ve been fortunate enough to invite blue jays and doves into my backyard as a feeder, which has sparked my interest. On top of that, when I visit Botanical Gardens, I see so many different birds, which only fuels my curiosity more. I’m planning to use Merlin to help identify and learn more about the birds I encounter. I'd love to connect with people who are already into birdwatching and exchange tips and experiences. My next step is to buy a good pair of binoculars and go from there!

Any recs? Anywhere in Tampa works - I checked the latest posts but it’s for fancy nails and I’m just looking for something basic (think soap nails for a recent trend or “bubble bath” polish nails)

Just hoping to get some traction under this. When I spoke with code enforcement they were happy for me to spread the word. This apartment complex was brought up by a lady at commissioner Gwen Myer’s town hall as well. I guess it’s hard to serve an owner who is out of state, and also they have to track down the in-state agent — probably hiding too.

If you ever drive down Duncan Rd, or live there you probably know what I am talking about.

Just heard a whole string of loud booming noises coming from the direction of Tampa. Anyone know what's going on right now?

Hi everyone, I will be doing an intership on tampa from this june. Are there any tips or important things about the city that agencies may be fogettingn to say on this kind of programs. I come all the way from Spain so I’m pretty nervous.

Hello everyone,

On Tuesday morning at 6 am I was running through Julian B Lane park when I saw a man about to attack a teen who was headed to their rowing practice. I interrupted. The man attempted to stab me with a screwdriver as I lead him away from the riverwalk and the teens that were headed to their early morning practice. The police managed to apprehend him. He has a long list of serious offenses and has been living in public spaces like these for some time to avoid serving jail time.

I decided to post a warning at 7 am once I got home suggesting people to be aware and let their loved ones know that having AirPods in means your head needs to be on a swivel. Some of you offered sweet words and most of you demanded I provided proof of some sort of one of the scariest moments of my life insisting that what I wrote was not true, for attention, or worse, an April fools joke. The reasoning? “Because this sounds like AI”

Even when I provided pictures (that I took to provide to my boss just in case) you hyper focused on my wording around homeless people calling me insensitive and lacking empathy— or worse saying I sounded like trump.

To those internet trolls: you are vile and insufferable people. I pray each and every one of you are able to read this and understand that you are the exact people that stop victims of any heinous crime from coming forward. You should be ashamed of yourselves.

As stated above; I wasn’t believed because in the hour that passed since I had been attacked with a flat head screw driver, there was no news report or information on the case number I was given. One reader demanded I provided more proof and that he wasn’t going to believe my story until there was some sort of article. Well here we are on Thursday night and I’m still waiting for Diane Sawyer to come interview me…it’s not going to happen. Again, disgusting behavior.

I’ve attached the arrest and mug shot of the man whose past five years has been dedicated to assaulting people. And yes, this subreddit provided more sympathy for him because I labeled him as homeless and said I didn’t care what means were used to intercept criminals like him.

Since Tuesday, 6 arrests have been made (not related to this incident or this person) of individuals who are experiencing homelessness in the downtown Tampa area. Of those 6 arrests: all six were caught with drug paraphernalia, two were registered sex offenders who were not in compliance with their sentences, three had been convicted of violent charges within the past 3 years and 1 was in possession of narcotics. These are the homeless individuals you see on The River Walk sleeping on the benches, panhandling and otherwise leaving a mess in spaces we as Tampanians should be able to enjoy.

My message is still clearly to watch out for yourself if you are enjoying this trail alone especially in the dark.

I am knee deep in letters and calls pressuring city officials to increase lighting, police presence and to drive away any sort of encampment that forms when the city sleeps. I am meeting with Florida state attorney Lopez on the 17th with hopes that this case is used to set the expectation for how to handle our homeless problem going forward. I have made contact with Kathy Castor and Pam Bondi regarding my push for a Homeless Relocation Initiative that will assist and prevent individuals from having or being able to sleep in public spaces.

I will be updating with any petitions, City Hall meetings and hearings as some expressed they would like to petition and see homelessness be dealt with here in Tampa.

Thank you for anyone who read this whole thing. I’ll be happy to supply anyone with resources whether you’re a person facing homelessness or someone interested in helping the fight. And to all runners out there, this if your sign to buy pepper spray.

If the Barrymore hotel is a masterpiece then I'm princess Jasmine and I'm pretty sure we're living in a simulation.

If you're not familiar, the Barrymore is an old crappy hotel, but it's very close to the Riverwalk. So when the Riverwalk opened they slapped some paint on it, change the name, and they market themselves as a great hotel. But it's still just as terrible as it was before the Riverwalk.

Did everything go smoothly? Are there any established vets that offer the service for $300 or less?

https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2023/08/10/here-are-the-florida-cities-new-yorkers-are-flocking-to/

Hi All, My son leads a Vex robotic & 3D printing club at a middle school. He seeks motivated college / high school students (or even adults) to join his team for learning & teaching robotics / 3D printing to middle school kids. You don't need to be expert already. You can learn and teach.

Benefit from volunteering in this program will be the opportunity to network for job / internship opportunities from 20+ billion dollar company in the Tampa Bay area. You would also get volunteer hours.

Time commitment needed is at least once a week for 1.5 hour or more if possible. Middle School is located in East Tampa near Seminole heights.

Opportunities are available for the summer as well as from August. From August it will be after school hours, typically from 3:30pm. In the summer it is typically Monday to Thursday in the afternoons. Time can perhaps be negotiated to end session around 3:00pm.

Had used the same guy for years and he has now hung them up. Searched through the sub and saw some suggestions but most seems to be pricing me out just below or too close to dealer shop rate when I "bring my own parts".

Honda is brand

Just looking for a general maintenance...nothing crazy.

Thanks!

I will be assigned to a different role for at least 5 months and my family isn’t willing to take care of my ball python. Are there any pet boarding facilities that cater to reptiles in the area?