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Tampa Bay TimesThursday, 16 April 2026
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Public funds for Rays pitched
County and city’s stadium financing options end up $75 million short of the billion-dollar request.
The paper presents a factual, numbers-driven account of a local stadium financing proposal falling short of the requested amount, focusing on municipal budgets rather than emotional appeals.
The Tampa Bay Rays baseball team is seeking public funding from local city and county governments for a new stadium, a common but often contentious issue in US municipal politics regarding the use of taxpayer money for private sports franchises.
“$75 million short of the billion-dollar request”
“Objective local reporting”
Data center could be thwarted by new water rule
A Florida water management board quietly changed its policy for data centers after a state push.
Highlights a regulatory obstacle to a major tech infrastructure project due to environmental resource management.
Pasco to cut back on busing for magnet, choice schools
Superintendent John Legg says they need to focus on getting children to neighborhood schools. Some students, though, will see their busing options limited.
Focuses on the logistical changes and the superintendent's justification regarding prioritization of neighborhood schools over choice programs.
Tampa Council member joins 2027 mayoral race
Bill Carlson is one of eleven candidates who have filed for the upcoming election.
Straightforward announcement of a local political candidacy.
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