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The vertical elements of the bridge are nearly complete.
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The Governor previously said the money be refunded to taxpayers. Now, he wants it to go to Hillsborough transportation projects.
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Officials will encourage families to take trips when classes are not scheduled.
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DeSantis wants to spend $4.6 billion less than the current year, partly by eliminating 1,000 state positions.
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Interest in the mythical creatures has skyrocketed during the holidays in the past few years.
The Grahams are often compared to Texas’ Von Erich wrestling family who lost five brothers, a story made into “The Iron Claw” starring Zac Efron.
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Confronting your own mortality while putting up a tree.
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John Romano | The Bucs’ quarterback has resurrected his reputation and could be in line for a bigger payday when he hits free agency in 2024.
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