Kathryn Varn

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Tampa plans for 74K new residents by 2045

1 day ago | axios.com | Kathryn Varn |Yacob Reyes

Illustration: Maura Losch/Axios๐๏ธ Hillsborough County's planning commission is considering zoning changes in Tampa to accommodate 74,000 new residents projected to move there by 2045. (Fox News 13)๐ A manatee at Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park died in January after an accident in a medical pool, according to a new USDA report. (WFTS)๐ฌ Quote du jour:"Jeez, it was like just yesterday, I was throwing him down the stairs," Prevost said.
Inside the battle for Pinellas County's eroding beaches

1 day ago | axios.com | Kathryn Varn

Catherine Smith stands beside the exposed seawall behind her condo building on Indian Rocks Beach. Photo: Kathryn Varn/AxiosCatherine Smith's pitchto her neighbors always includes her grandchildren. Each spring break, they trade in chilly New Hampshire for the white sand and turquoise water of Indian Rocks Beach, where Smith and her husband have owned a condo for 21 years. "We always hoped this would be our forever hangout," Smith told Axios.
Moffitt stops flying Pride, Juneteenth flags

3 days ago | axios.com | Kathryn Varn |Yacob Reyes
Lactose-free milk gains traction in Florida

3 days ago | axios.com | Carly Mallenbaum |Kathryn Varn
We tried CAVA's new chicken shawarma specials

3 days ago | axios.com | Kathryn Varn |Yacob Reyes
Rain returns to Tampa Bay after drought

6 days ago | axios.com | Kathryn Varn |Yacob Reyes

☔️ Crispy lawns, rejoice! Tampa Bay is in for some rain this weekend and potentially into next week. It comes after a weeks-long dry spell that's led to drought conditions around the region. (Tampa Bay Times)⛴️ The Clearwater Ferry resumed service yesterday for the first time after a fatal boat crash that killed 41-year-old Jose Castro and hurt 10 others.
Mother's Day in Tampa Bay: Your last-minute guide to celebrating mom

6 days ago | axios.com | Kathryn Varn

Illustration: Maura Losch/AxiosIf you're still looking for Mother's Day plans, we've got you. Here are a few last-minute ways to celebrate. 🖼️ Tampa Bay museums and aquariums are offering discounts for moms this weekend, including the Florida Aquarium, the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, the Tampa Museum of Art and the James Museum of Western and Wildlife Art. 😻 Has Mom always wanted a pet? Bring her to SPCA Tampa Bay in Largo, which is offering half-price pet adoptions Friday through Sunday.
How Pinellas plans to spend $800 million in hurricane recovery aid

1 week ago | axios.com | Kathryn Varn
DeSantis signs bill banning fluoridation in Florida water

1 week ago | axios.com | Yacob Reyes |Kathryn Varn

ðŸ¦· Gov. Ron DeSantis said he will sign a bill banning water fluoridation, calling the practice "forced medication." (Tallahassee Democrat)Dental experts say it helps prevent tooth decay and that banning fluoridation will disproportionately impact low-income, often rural residents who have limited access to dental care. ðŸšŒ Facing a tight budget, the board overseeing Hillsborough's bus system may seek a tax hike.
From teen labor to Pride flags, these Florida bills failed

1 week ago | axios.com | Kathryn Varn