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Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. There are many stories as to its actual beginnings, with over two dozen cities and towns laying claim to being the birthplace of Memorial Day. There is also evidence that organized women’s groups in the [...]

As if you need one more reason to celebrate on Memorial Day, Sherry is turning the big Six- Ohhhhhh!
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There is nothing better than a long weekend. Whether you are planning on taking a trip, enjoying company or just relaxing around the house. The idea of a long weekend makes Monday’s tolerable. For now the weekend forum is open. Have a safe Memorial Day Weekend.

From an email:
While on my morning trek to take kids to school this morning I swung in to the post office to drop off something at the drive-thru mailbox and it wasn’t there. An employee was getting out of his vehicle so I asked him if he knew what happened to it. [...]

From an email:

For months, we have been following the fate of the chain link fencing. Back in February, a FDOT representative had given permission to remove, or should I say move, the chain link fencing. Two weeks ago, the representative emailed to notify that the fence would be moved and removed from under the [...]

Yesterday, I was off work. I decided to be a tourist and enjoy the new Curtis Hixon Park. After driving around downtown growing frustrated looking for parking, I finally scored an on street spot. Dropping coins in a meter and leashing the dogs and grabbing the kids, we headed towards the river to experience Tampa’s [...]

From an email:
Blogger, over the past few days many neighbors have been discussing the pro’s and con’s of a local historic district. We have all heard the negative scare tactics that many have tried to use to gain momentum of blocking the LHD. Very little has been discussed to highlight some of the benefits [...]

From an email:
Dear blogger thanks for the efforts to help clean up the interstate dissecting our neighborhood. I am excited to see the impact of the Hillsborough overpass and fence removal. If you really want to see a sad tragedy, take a short drive up to the local Home Depot. Drive Nebraska to Yukon. [...]

As if time could not fly any faster, the weekend is here again! Not sure how it happens but seems like each passing day comes much quicker. With the weekend upon us, the forum is now open. If you have something to say or ask that does not fit in with any current conversation, you [...]

Today we salute another neighbor who is active making a difference for our community. We not only recognize Myron for his efforts, but thank him for stepping up to the plate and fighting for our community. There was an excellent story from Bay News 9 regarding his vision. Click below to view.
Myron [...]