Noah Vinsky

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Michael Kelly leaves USF with legacy of growth amongst change

1 week ago | usforacle.com | Noah Vinsky

Michael Kelly navigated a turbulent yet prosperous time in his eight-year tenure as USF’s athletic director, culminating in the genesis of one of the biggest developments in university history. Kelly, 54, made a lateral move to intraconference for Navy on June 4, becoming the school’s third civilian athletic director.
Manatee School Board begins search for fired superintendent's replacement

2 weeks ago | wslr.org | Noah Vinsky |Tom Walker

They aim to make their pick before the end of August. One board member expressed concern about lack of transparency. By Noah VinskyOriginal Air Date: June 11, 2025Host: In a special meeting called on short notice last month, the Manatee County School Board fired Superintendent Jason Wysong on a controversial and tight 3-2 vote. WSLR News reporter Noah Vinsky followed yesterday’s school board meeting.
Hillsborough County to explore building sports complex at MOSI site

2 weeks ago | usforacle.com | Noah Vinsky

Another development project could soon be in the works at a rapidly changing area in Tampa. Hillsborough County Commissioners voted unanimously on May 7 to prioritize building an indoor sports complex at the Museum of Science and Industry site on Fowler Avenue. Though still in its early stages, the MOSI CEO and Temple Terrace mayor said the project could become the centerpiece of continued transformation in the evolving Uptown District.
Manatee County raises impact fees

3 weeks ago | wslr.org | Noah Vinsky |Kathleen Murray

Ignoring developer threats, county commissioners bump up infrastructure fees to recommended level. By Noah VinskyOriginal Air Date: June 6, 2025Host: A simmering conflict in Manatee County for control over suburban development—and who pays for the infrastructure needs it triggers—seems to be headed towards outright war. At a land-use meeting Thursday, the county commissioners ignored threats by developers and state agencies and made a unanimous vote. WSLR reporter Noah Vinsky has more on that.
DeSantis property tax cuts get local pushback

3 weeks ago | wslr.org | Noah Vinsky

Real estate broker, county commissioner worry about funding for fire stations, police and schools. By Noah VinskyOriginal Air Date: June 4, 2025Host: On Tuesday, the Florida legislature reconvened in Tallahassee. The reason the all-Republican government has to go into overtime: The governor and senate want to cut property taxes, the house wants to cut sales taxes, which are mutually exclusive proposals. Noah Vinsky has a close look at the effects of property tax cuts. Noah Vinsky: Gov.
USF police issue No Trespass Order after gun case found in Fine Arts Building

3 weeks ago | usforacle.com | Noah Vinsky |Anamaria Gomez-Arrigo |Isabella Oefelein |Clara Garcia |Clara García

University Police issued a No Trespass Order to a male not affiliated with USF after conducting an investigation on a gun case and magazines found in the Fine Arts Building last month.
Bradenton moves to revamp wastewater system

4 weeks ago | wslr.org | Noah Vinsky

After outsourcing treatment plant operations, the city hopes federal funding will help fix its sewage spill issues. By Noah VinskyOriginal Air Date: May 30, 2025Host: When it comes to sewage spills, Bradenton has been the worst offender in the region. Now that the city has outsourced its wastewater management, it is trying to get a sense of what all of this will cost. Noah Vinsky has the details.
USF advances to NCAA tournament off first AAC title win

1 month ago | usforacle.com | Mithil Vyas |Noah Vinsky |Tobey Blair |Will Rainsberger

USF softball has had an eventful past few days. From winning its first-ever American Athletic Conference title on Saturday to earning a spot in the Tallahassee regional for the NCAA tournament on Sunday, the Bulls have had a stretch to remember. Now, they look to ride the momentum into the postseason. Related: USF softball dominates Memphis, sweeps weekend seriesThe team didn’t have long to celebrate Saturday’s 5-4 victory over North Texas.
Column: My favorite USF sports moments as a student journalist

1 month ago | usforacle.com | Joshua Hightower |Mithil Vyas |Noah Vinsky |Tobey Blair

As my time at The Oracle comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting on the stories that have stuck with me the most. Looking back at my work, there are three instances I can say defined my one year as a sports writer. These stories go beyond the headlines, and instead capture the essence of what journalism means to me. No. 3: Sammie Puisis’s statement gameSammie Puisis is one of the all-time greats in USF women’s basketball history.
USF approves $407 million price tag for stadium, related infrastructure

1 month ago | usforacle.com | Noah Vinsky |Mithil Vyas |Madyson Fryer |Tobey Blair

The USF Board of Trustees approved a $407 million expenditure for USF’s 35,000-seat on-campus stadium and other associated projects during a Tuesday meeting. The stadium will cost $348.5 million. It’s a slight jump from the previous price of $340 million the board approved in June 2023. The motion passed unanimously with little discussion. Site preparation in Sycamore Fields first began in February.