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Hillsborough High custodian gets a special sendoff

tampabay.com — By Elisabeth Parker, Times Staff Writer In Print: Saturday, February 4, 2012 He high-fives and fist bumps with students in the halls of Hillsborough High School. They call him papi or uncle or grandpa. Few custodians ever work their way into the hearts of so many students.
Ben Montgomery Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @gangrey
"Put your trash in the trash can and Go Big Red." Elizabeth Parker covers a janitor's retirement after 32 years: http://t.co/ACYi1OAP

Saturday's letters: Prevent overfishing and save jobs, tourism

tampabay.com — We all know there are unintended consequences that result from what we wish for. This could be the case with the gag grouper fishery in Florida.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, St. Petersburg Times @michaelkruse
The letter to the editor of the day comes from Gary Washer of Tarpon Springs: http://t.co/ACavAGWb @TB_Times

Tampa Bay Rays win arbitration case against pitcher Jeff Niemann

tampabay.com — By Marc Topkin, Times Staff Writer Posted: Feb 03, 2012 03:23 PM The Tampa Bay Rays won their arbitration case against RHP Jeff Niemann. Niemann will get the $2.75-million the team offered this season rather than the $3.2-million he sought.
Marc Topkin Baseball Writer, St. Petersburg Times @TBTimes_Rays
From today's @TB_Times, #Rays won arbitration case over Niemann, and notes on Lobaton, Chirinos, Lueke http://t.co/rmpxZkHu

Cecil Fielder chides his son Prince at Ted Williams Hitters Hall of Fame induction

tampabay.com — By Marc Topkin, Times Staff Writer In Print: Saturday, February 4, 2012 ST. PETERSBURG - As warm as the story line would seem, Cecil Fielder said having Prince follow in his footsteps to the Tigers won't help close the distance between father and son.
Marc Topkin Baseball Writer, St. Petersburg Times @TBTimes_Rays
From today's @TB_Times, Cecil Fielder has very harsh words for Prince at Ted Williams induction http://t.co/EBdgCf91 #tigers #brewers #rays
John Lott Baseball Reporter, National Post @LottOnBaseball
RT @TBTimes_Rays Cecil Fielder has harsh words for son Prince at Ted Williams HoF induction http://t.co/o666cDEc #Tigers #Brewers #Rays

Farewell to Sheila, the family dog

tampabay.com — I pulled into the office lot, shut off the car and rested my forehead on the steering wheel. Just one more minute before work. I needed this. Maybe it was the two-hour morning drive from my parents' house in Gainesville. Or the three or four hours of interrupted sleep the night before.
Mary Kelli Palka Reporter, Florida Times-Union @MaryKelliPalka
Me too. I just gave Hubby the link. Now he's crying too. MT@melissacummings: I'm crying. Big, ugly tears....http://t.co/B5FRHwH
Andrew Nelson Iowa Reporter, Omaha World Herald @nelson_aj
RT @wtbrowning: read this. http://t.co/P3ivX4RE
Ben Montgomery Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @gangrey
I'm not crying over here. Not at all. Here's @saorlando on a very good dog: http://t.co/kuA8p4gZ
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, St. Petersburg Times @michaelkruse
Morning must-read: http://t.co/BmxoBoiy @saorlando @TB_Times

Daily Show airs story with footage of Aasif Mandvi asking Gov. Rick Scott to pee in a cup

tampabay.com — Best TV shows, worst TV shows, media issues and debates ... it's all here at the Feed, a blog on TV, media and modern life by St. Petersburg Times TV/media critic Eric Deggans. Possibly the most critical guy at the Times, he has served as music, media and TV critic at various times over 10 years.
Craig Pittman Environmental Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @craigtimes
Here's that Daily Show story where Tampa's own @aasif asks @FLGovScott & others to pee in a cup http://t.co/REUYYzph via @deggans
Ben Montgomery Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @gangrey
I'll pile on. Watch The Daily Show's @Aasif Mandvi make fools of Florida lawmakers: http://t.co/RbWeSe6E
Drew Harwell Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @drewharwell
Must watch: The Daily Show's @aasif takes down Gov. Scott's pointless drug-test-for-welfare program. http://t.co/b4oseDKT @Deggans
Eric Deggans TV and Media Critic, St. Petersburg Times @Deggans
Daily Show highlights hypocrisy in story based on comic Aasif Mandvi asking Florida Gov. Rick Scott to pee in cup: http://t.co/CGpMtm19

Rays win arbitration case over Niemann

tampabay.com — The Rays won their arbitration case against RHP Jeff Niemann. Niemann will get the $2.75-million the team offered this season rather than the $3.2-million he sought. The Rays are now 5-0 in arbitration cases in the Andrew Friedman regime, 6-0 overall, the only undefeated team in the majors.
Marc Topkin Baseball Writer, St. Petersburg Times @TBTimes_Rays
Rays win arbitration case over Niemann: The Rays won their arbitration case against RHP Jeff Niemann. Niemann wi... http://t.co/mYQmrmh2
Joe Smith Sports Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @TBTimesRays2
Rays win arbitration case over Niemann: The Rays won their arbitration case against RHP Jeff Niemann. Niemann wi... http://t.co/iJvt63XO

More details on Feb. 18 FanFest

tampabay.com — The Rays have released more details for the Feb. 18 FanFest at Tropicana Field. Of note, manager Joe Maddon's Thanksmas meal is sold out. Here is the team press release: ST. PETERSBURG, FL-The 2012 Rays Fan Fest presented by MetroPCS, scheduled for Saturday, February 18 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Marc Topkin Baseball Writer, St. Petersburg Times @TBTimes_Rays
More details on Feb. 18 FanFest: The Rays have released more details for the Feb. 18 FanFest at Tropicana Field.... http://t.co/wz16Z4Gy
Joe Smith Sports Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @TBTimesRays2
More details on Feb. 18 FanFest: The Rays have released more details for the Feb. 18 FanFest at Tropicana Field.... http://t.co/IIaXb9gD

Big East coaches offer a glimpse into the mind of Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Greg Schiano

tampabay.com — TAMPA - Don't expect Syracuse offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett to shed any tears resulting from Greg Schiano's defection from the Big East to the Buccaneers. "He was a pain in the a--," Hackett said of Schiano's constant blitzing while coaching at Rutgers.
Greg Auman Sports Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @gregauman
The Times' @holderstephen talked to Big East coaches about the X's and O's of what Greg Schiano's Bucs might look like. http://t.co/Mqy0gwuk
Stephen Holder Sports Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @HolderStephen
Big East coaches offer some clues on new #Bucs coach Greg Schiano's offensive and defensive tendencies: http://t.co/kCY11TP5

House completes it redistricting maps with a party line vote

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
House completes it redistricting maps with a party line vote http://t.co/awj2079R

Farewell to Sheila, the family dog

tampabay.com — I pulled into the office lot, shut off the car and rested my forehead on the steering wheel. Just one more minute before work. I needed this. Maybe it was the two-hour morning drive from my parents' house in Gainesville. Or the three or four hours of interrupted sleep the night before.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
RT @DeCampTimes: Any dog owner needs to read this: Farewell to Sheila, the family dog - Tampa Bay Times http://t.co/2cTH9PoN

Scott names ex-GEO Group official to Prepaid board

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Scott names ex-GEO Group official to Prepaid board http://t.co/ZE1dzYLp

Defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul has breakout game for USF Bulls against FSU Seminoles

tampabay.com — By Greg Auman, Times Staff Writer In Print: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 TAMPA - Perhaps the only thing bigger than the stories you hear about Jason Pierre-Paul is, well, Jason Pierre-Paul. Yes, USF's 6-foot-6, 265-pound junior defensive end can do a standing backflip - in a helmet and pads - and land on his feet.
Greg Auman Sports Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @gregauman
Wild to see USF's Jason Pierre-Paul in the Super Bowl spotlight. Here's what we wrote about JPP back in Sept. 2009. http://t.co/hSKb37sB

Another Children's Week finished in the Capitol

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Another Children's Week finished in the Capitol http://t.co/phUUJnp2

CONCERT REVIEW: The Civil Wars at the Straz Center, Tampa, Feb. 2

tampabay.com — Pop music critic Sean Daly of the St. Petersburg Times brings you the latest music news and concert reviews. He writes about rock music, country music, rap music and whatever sounds are out there. Cool job, isn't it?
Sean Daly Pop Music Critic, St. Petersburg Times @seandalypoplife
If Tim Burton ever made a western, the band playing in the saloon would be the Civil Wars. http://t.co/ELmDc7Eb @strazcenter @tampabaycom

Bill to shift Citizens policies to unregulated insurers squeezes through House

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Bill to shift Citizens policies to unregulated insurers squeezes through House http://t.co/425frvI3

USF Poly board member resigns over independence drama

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
USF Poly board member resigns over independence drama http://t.co/ExKwO1VD

Millionaire sued in fatal DUI adopts his own girlfriend

tampabay.com — 1 inch 1 inch of body type 1 inch 1 inch of body type 1 inch 1 inch of body type 1 inch 1 inch of body type 1 . In the strangest wrinkle yet in a legal drama that pits the state of Florida and the family of a DUI crash victim against a Houston millionaire, the girlfriend of John Goodman is now his daughter.
Drew Harwell Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @drewharwell
Millionaire sued after a fatal DUI shields his assets by ... adopting his girlfriend. This is all kinds of wrong. http://t.co/6PLnmZSI
Alex Burns Reporter, Politico @aburnspolitico
Forget it, Jake, it's Florida: "Millionaire sued in fatal DUI adopts his own girlfriend" http://t.co/VEa6rTqr

Missed votes could be issue for Connie Mack as U.S. Senate campaign heats up

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Missed votes could be issue for Connie Mack as U.S. Senate campaign heats up http://t.co/biP1heAC

Parents of girl killed in crash tell lawmakers to stop holding up ban on texting while driving

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Parents of girl killed in crash tell lawmakers to stop holding up ban on texting while driving http://t.co/Frofes0Y

Bill to change unemployment compensation to reemployment assistance passes House

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Bill to change unemployment compensation to reemployment assistance passes House http://t.co/xVlQl600

House sponsor says casino bill is 'dead for the year'

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
House sponsor says casino bill is 'dead for the year' http://t.co/jmi0cRzC

Parents of girl killed in crash tell lawmakers to stop holding up ban on texting while driving

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Katie Sanders Reporter, PolitiFact.com and Tampa Bay Times, St. Petersburg Times @KatieLSanders
Parents of girl killed in crash tell lawmakers to stop holding up ban on texting while driving http://t.co/txg1zHb5 @stephhayes on The Buzz

Hispanic activist group running anti-Rubio ad in Florida

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Hispanic activist group running anti-Rubio ad in Florida http://t.co/uFiRCceX

Hispanic activist group running anti-Rubio ad in Florida

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
David M. Drucker Political Reporter, Roll Call @DavidMDrucker
RT @learyreports: Hispanic activist group running anti-Rubio ad in Florida: http://t.co/gjTkishw

Alt-country duo the Civil Wars make sweet disharmony at Tampa's Straz Center

tampabay.com — Old-time duo the Civil Wars give good heartache in Tampa. TAMPA — If whimsically twisted director Tim Burton ever made a western, the band playing in the dusty saloon would be the Civil Wars. Not just because the alt-country duo's male counterpart looks like Burton fave Johnny Depp.
Sean Daly Pop Music Critic, St. Petersburg Times @seandalypoplife
Alt-country duo the Civil Wars make sweet disharmony at Tampa's @StrazCenter http://t.co/8w4fptsd @tampabaycom @TB_Times

Jim Norman faces ethics hearing over $500,000 gift, home purchase

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Jim Norman faces ethics hearing over $500,000 gift, home purchase http://t.co/EYm9tAFX

Jim Norman faces ethics hearing over $500,000 gift, home purchase

tampabay.com — TALLLAHASSEE — Sen. Jim Norman's lawyer says he hopes a hearing today before the Florida Ethics Commission will be the "final nail in the coffin" in a controversy that has dogged Norman for more than a year — the gift of a half-million dollar house to Norman's wife by a prominent Hillsborough County businessman.
Kim Wilmath Education Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @kimwilmath
Jim Norman faces ethics hearing over $500,000 gift, home purchase @PoliticsTBTimes @tampabaycom http://t.co/azOpwcTB

Ex-DJJ chief Peterman faces $5,000 fine, censure

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Ex-DJJ chief Peterman faces $5,000 fine, censure http://t.co/AppDBxMO

FLOTUS back in Florida to promote healthy eating

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
FLOTUS back in Florida to promote healthy eating http://t.co/dY5oW0LR

Daily Show video: Florida's poor 'pee-ple' test

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Daily Show video: Florida's poor 'pee-ple' test http://t.co/5jC1Ucmx

Casino bill all-but dead this year

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Casino bill all-but dead this year http://t.co/dyv5nN0u

Talking Super Bowl Ads with NPR, and my list of favorite spots to see before the big game

tampabay.com — Best TV shows, worst TV shows, media issues and debates ... it's all here at the Feed, a blog on TV, media and modern life by St. Petersburg Times TV/media critic Eric Deggans. Possibly the most critical guy at the Times, he has served as music, media and TV critic at various times over 10 years.
Eric Deggans TV and Media Critic, St. Petersburg Times @Deggans
My discussion about Super Bowl ads with NPR, and my picks for best spots to see before the game: http://t.co/iUNBvm3T

Capitol Buzz for Friday, 2/3

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Capitol Buzz for Friday, 2/3 http://t.co/ueX2kjzG

When insurers use death notices to stop retirement checks but ignore them to pay death benefits

tampabay.com — We know that the failure to search for beneficiaries even though the company has access to death information is a pervasive industry practice. - Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty (AP photo, below) Wake up and good morning.
Robert Trigaux Business Columnist, St. Petersburg Times @VentureTampaBay
Florida cuts another deal to make insurers stop ignoring death notices that would trigger policy payouts. Is it enough? http://t.co/FR0bixNJ

Resort casino bill appears doomed in the House

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Resort casino bill appears doomed in the House http://t.co/PFPJVgv7

Redistricting causes political turmoil from coast to coast

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Redistricting causes political turmoil from coast to coast http://t.co/bBpkaIDv

Tribe warns that slot-like games at Internet Cafes violate compact

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Tribe warns that slot-like games at Internet Cafes violate compact http://t.co/kl1szTvB

Romney camp on Fla delegate question: Sour grapes by floundering Gingrich

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Romney camp on Fla delegate question: Sour grapes by floundering Gingrich http://t.co/xvqPP1PO

Bondi says court ruling puts foreclosure fraud investigations in jeopardy

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Bondi says court ruling puts foreclosure fraud investigations in jeopardy http://t.co/kjQ61zjm

Widespread, if not enthusiastic, support for Senate PIP plan

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Widespread, if not enthusiastic, support for Senate PIP plan http://t.co/spVdVFVR

After 'whirlwind' two weeks, Durant QB Nick Fabrizio picks Navy

tampabay.com — Wed. February 1, 2012 | Laura Keeley PLANT CITY-When his season ended Nov. 18 in the first round of the playoffs, Durant quarterback Nick Fabrizio had zero college offers. After he turned in a career-best 128 yards passing, MVP-winning performance at the Hillsborough County senior all-star game Dec.
Jeff Hartsell Sports Reporter, Post and Courier @Jeff_fromthePC
Never figured Citadel coach Kevin Higgins as an X-Box guy, but it's all part of recruiting game http://t.co/f4MtobCa

Romney camp on Fla delegate question: Sour grapes by floundering Gingrich

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Adam Smith Political Editor, St. Petersburg Times @adamsmithtimes
Romney camp on Fla delegate question: "Sour grapes" by "floundering" Gingrich http://t.co/GjUxTut5

Tino Martinez savors place in Ted Williams Hitters Hall of Fame

tampabay.com — Tino Martinez only met Ted Williams once, a chance passing at Fenway Park in the early 1990s when Martinez was first establishing himself as a major-leaguer.
Marc Topkin Baseball Writer, St. Petersburg Times @TBTimes_Rays
Tino Martinez honored to go into Ted Williams Hitters Hall of Fame, looks back on career http://t.co/DK9cC2Ty #Yankees #Rays #Ms #Cardinals

Florida college presidents: Don't raise tuition

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Michael C. Bender Florida Government and Politics Reporter, Bloomberg News @MichaelCBender
RT @kimwilmath: Florida college presidents: Don't raise tuition@tampabaycom http://t.co/keDEaseq
Kim Wilmath Education Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @kimwilmath
Florida college presidents: Don't raise tuition@tampabaycom http://t.co/keDEaseq

Bills to tax online purchases advance in Senate

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Bills to tax online purchases advance in Senate http://t.co/nUI5PE14

Bulls could lose McGeoghan to Dolphins job

tampabay.com — Just a day after national signing day, USF coach Skip Holtz could be losing one of his top young recruiters, as receivers coach Phil McGeoghan has interviewed with the Miami Dolphins for a job as the team's assistant receivers coach.
Greg Auman Sports Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @gregauman
USF football could be a losing a top young recruiter as WRs coach Phil McGeoghan interviewed for job on Dolphins staff. http://t.co/99EMOtrj

USF begins soliciting current students for donations

tampabay.com — By Kim Wilmath and Robbyn Mitchell, Times/Herald Tallahassee Bureau Posted: Feb 02, 2012 06:03 PM TAMPA - After they've paid for classes and books and food and rent, do college students have leftover money to give away? The University of South Florida thinks so.
Kim Wilmath Education Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @kimwilmath
USF begins soliciting current students for donations @tampabaycom http://t.co/i9EOW3LS

Kotchman headed to Indians

tampabay.com — 1B Casey Kotchman has reportedly found a new home, agreeing to terms with the Indians. Kotchman, the St. Petersburg native and Seminole High product, played last season for the Rays, signing a minor-league contract then joining the team in April and compiling an impressive season, hitting .306 with 10 homers and 48 RBIs.
Joe Smith Sports Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @TBTimesRays2
Kotchman headed to Indians: 1B Casey Kotchman has reportedly found a new home, agreeing to terms with the Indian... http://t.co/ys5eJrMd

Gingrich's changing tune on Fla delegates

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Gingrich's changing tune on Fla delegates http://t.co/Wv87aaX6

Gingrich's changing tune on Fla delegates

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Adam Smith Political Editor, St. Petersburg Times @adamsmithtimes
Gingrich's changing tune on Fla delegates http://t.co/njKKNkst

5 things to do under $5 Feb. 2-8

tampabay.com — 1 A Raisin in the Sun: The Capitol Classics Film Series at Clearwater's Capitol Theatre started off the year with $5 ticket prices for its screenings of classic gems and even threw in a matinee at 3 p.m. and an evening show at 7.

Joe Biden headed to Tallahassee

tampabay.com — For Florida political news today, the Buzz blog is your can't-miss-it source. St. Petersburg Times writers offer the latest in Florida politics, the Florida Legislature and the Rick Scott administration. Keep in mind: This is a public forum sponsored and maintained by the St. Petersburg Times.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Joe Biden headed to Tallahassee http://t.co/1By2t7Yq

Florida College students rally against election changes

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Florida College students rally against election changes http://t.co/lEwhEwP6

Rubio spends $21,000 to research himself

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Rubio spends $21,000 to research himself http://t.co/h08gFxUQ

ALEC is alive and well in the Florida Legislature

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
ALEC is alive and well in the Florida Legislature http://t.co/FZcs6MPC

House readies for committee show-down over casino bill

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
House readies for committee show-down over casino bill http://t.co/DNq5PRLx

What does the future hold for struggling Tampa Bay Lightning rookie Brett Connolly?

tampabay.com — The minutes played by Tampa Bay Lightning rookie Brett Connolly have declined dramatically since he returned from the World Junior Championship. He has played more than 10 minutes only once in his past 10 games and Tuesday against the Capitals played a season-low 5:08.
Damian Cristodero Sports Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @LightningTimes
What does the future hold for struggling Lightning rookie Brett Connolly? ... Tampa Bay Times http://t.co/ZxutcNbF

The fight for Fla's delegates continues

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
The fight for Fla's delegates continues http://t.co/XXFzmlHI

Floridians saved $142 million under healthcare reform act, feds say

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Floridians saved $142 million under healthcare reform act, feds say http://t.co/gFk9kD06

The fight for Fla's delegates continues

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Dave Wiegel Political Reporter, Slate @daveweigel
Humphrey/McGovern CA sequel RT @adamsmithtimes: The fight for Fla's delegates continues http://t.co/76REj08W

Healthcare workers, educators say state should increase revenue, not cut spending

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Healthcare workers, educators say state should increase revenue, not cut spending http://t.co/Sdgi8ZmU

Time for the world's political media to go cold turkey on its Donald Trump addiction

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Eric Deggans TV and Media Critic, St. Petersburg Times @Deggans
I've said it before: Time for political media to go cold turkey on its Donald Trump addiction: http://t.co/x29LRj2F

So, what did the Bucs learn from all those interviews?

tampabay.com — The Bucs conducted at least 10 interviews (that we know of) before hiring Greg Schiano as their head coach last week. It was an exhaustive process that gave the Bucs a chance to talk with a wide range of candidates of different backgrounds and strengths.
Stephen Holder Sports Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @HolderStephen
Here's a bit of what the #Bucs learned about themselves from interviewing at least 10 coaching candidates: http://t.co/mtEDp5cp

Gov. Scott wants to renew effort to reform ALFs

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Gov. Scott wants to renew effort to reform ALFs http://t.co/m58xCrGZ

St. Petersburg's Mahaffey Theater to host 'America's Got Talent,' Howard Stern

tampabay.com — By Sean Daly, Times Pop Music Critic In Print: Thursday, February 2, 2012 Steel yourself, St. Petersburg: That no-holds-barred devil Howard Stern is coming to town in April to tell us what he really thinks about our skills.
Sean Daly Pop Music Critic, St. Petersburg Times @seandalypoplife
Howard Stern, NBC's 'America's Got Talent' to tape shows at St. Pete's @MahaffeyTheater April 3-4 http://t.co/8au5YRjv

Florida college presidents: Don't raise tuition

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Florida college presidents: Don't raise tuition http://t.co/bo72YoDq

Will fight over revenue undo NFL's grand success?

tampabay.com — The league's unparalleled success rests on a philosophy that sharing the wealth is good for everyone. But greed threatens to topple everything. MIAMI — Down here in South Florida's tropical capital, where the gap is so stark between what the haves have and what the have-nots don't, the NFL today puts on its Super Bowl at the peak of its power as the undisputed king of all American sports.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, St. Petersburg Times @michaelkruse
1. http://t.co/KP628yln 2. http://t.co/KT0wHFYP @billmaher @TB_Times #NFL #SB46

Gov. Scott "extremely disappointed" in opponents of prison privatization, cites pension fund as a reason for the plan

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Katie Sanders Reporter, PolitiFact.com and Tampa Bay Times, St. Petersburg Times @KatieLSanders
From last night: @FLGovScott "extremely disappointed" in people vs. prison privatization & cites FRS as reason for it http://t.co/PYp5OgQg

Tampa Bay sports news

tampabay.com — TV and radio listings for today's sporting events. Replay Wednesday's national signing day chat with the Times' high school sports writers. Live pro and college scoreboards Want to know how your favorite team is doing RIGHT NOW? Find out here. Find tickets for sporting events involving Tampa Bay area teams.
Greg Auman Sports Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @gregauman
Major kudos go to Times' @johnnyhometeam @LauraHomeTeam @MattHomeTeam @joeyhometeam @bobbyhometeam great NSD coverage: http://t.co/HRKD4otm

Links! Signing day notes and, yes, Quavon Taylor

tampabay.com — Remember links posts on the blog? Used to do them all the time. Today's a good day to bring it back, with lots of notes with ties to USF, some more direct than others. We'll start with a few non-recruiting ones ...
Greg Auman Sports Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @gregauman
More USF football signing-day notes and links, including the Times' look ahead to area's best for Class of 2013. http://t.co/PDNaqEPQ

Yet another scam: hitman with a cancellation offer

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Craig Pittman Environmental Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @craigtimes
Oh #Florida! "Hitman" contacts "victims" & says, "If you pay me $9K, I cancel the contract on you." Cops say: Scam! http://t.co/P9pm3Ke4

Tampa Bay Rays, pitcher Jeff Niemann set to begin arbitration hearing

tampabay.com — By Marc Topkin, Times Staff Writer In Print: Thursday, February 2, 2012 ST. PETERSBURG - Neither side particularly wants to be in a hotel room today, arguing over how much pitcher Jeff Niemann should be worth to the Rays this season. But the lack of an agreement by the Jan.
Marc Topkin Baseball Writer, St. Petersburg Times @TBTimes_Rays
From today's @TB_Times, #Rays Niemann heads to arbitration hearing, more on D. Johnson leaving http://t.co/5popNmdj

Capitol Buzz for Thursday, 2/2

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Capitol Buzz for Thursday, 2/2 http://t.co/moBH6NQd

Tampa's up-and-coming Numara Software bought by Houston firm for reported $300 million

tampabay.com — Another one of Tampa Bay's sharper technology firms has just been picked off by a bigger company. Tampa's Numara Software, founded in 1991 as Blue Ocean Software, will be bought by Houston-based BMC Software, a $6 billion market-value, publicly traded (Nasdaq: BMC) firm.
Robert Trigaux Business Columnist, St. Petersburg Times @VentureTampaBay
Tampa's Numara Software sale to Houston's BMC? Try a sweet $300 million. http://t.co/MrtaDpzn

In downtown St. Petersburg, a tech firm sells to gain more financial clout

tampabay.com — Times Staff In Print: Thursday, February 2, 2012 A downtown St. Petersburg technology company started by two native sons that has grown to 50 employees was acquired by private equity firm Riverside Co. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Robert Trigaux Business Columnist, St. Petersburg Times @VentureTampaBay
Tucked in downtown St. Pete, 50-employee Web software firm seeking more $ muscle sells itself to private equity firm. http://t.co/30lcEs2M

For Tampa's Odyssey Marine, treasure hunting a cruel world of big ocean finds, bigger court losses

tampabay.com — A cannon was recovered in 2008 from the wreckage of the H.M.S. Victory in the English Channel, in this photo courtesy of Odyssey Marine. Wake up and good morning. What the world's oceans giveth, international law taketh away.
Robert Trigaux Business Columnist, St. Petersburg Times @VentureTampaBay
Treasure hunting hell? What Tampa's Odyssey Marine finds so well beneath the sea vs. what the courts take away. http://t.co/r1TchLk5

Florida bill to give illegal immigrants' kids in-state tuition is quashed

Kim Wilmath Education Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @kimwilmath
Florida bill to give illegal immigrants' kids in-state tuition is quashed @tampabaycom http://t.co/bYSO2uVN

Fla's GOP delegates: Should it be 50 for Romney? Or 23 for Romney, 16 for Gingrich?

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Fla's GOP delegates: Should it be 50 for Romney? Or 23 for Romney, 16 for Gingrich? http://t.co/S0VFeMhJ

Review: Ferdie Pacheco's 'Tales from the 5th Street Gym' shows Muhammad Ali was only part of boxing's story here

tampabay.com — The 5th Street Gym in Miami Beach became the epicenter of boxing after Muhammad Ali made it big, but there were more stories to tell. On Feb. 18, 1964, the Beatles were in Miami Beach looking for something to do. Fresh off their appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show, they had already checked out the beach, such as it was.
Craig Pittman Environmental Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @craigtimes
Boxing legend Angelo Dundee, who trained Muhammed Ali at his Miami Beach club, dies at 90 http://t.co/fPICgjNh History: http://t.co/I0GRLSEn

RIP Don Cornelius: The Soul Train host who gave black America a proud voice on television

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Maureen Ryan TV Critic, AOL @moryan
Great piece on #DonCornelius from @Deggans. Thanks, Eric, from another Chicagoan who watched #SoulTrain every week: http://t.co/1WeGRnY5
Eric Deggans TV and Media Critic, St. Petersburg Times @Deggans
My tribute to Don Cornelius, the Soul Train host whose offhand cool reminded me of proud black men like my dad: http://t.co/n8cezf6z

Fla's GOP delegates: Should it be 50 for Romney? Or 23 for Romney, 16 for Gingrich?

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Adam Smith Political Editor, St. Petersburg Times @adamsmithtimes
Fla's GOP delegates: Should it be 50 for Romney? Or 23 for Romney, 16 for Gingrich? http://t.co/4Jsladdf

With most of the Republican race to go, Newt Gingrich has little incentive to leave, except party pressure

tampabay.com — Follow local preparations and national politics By Adam C. Smith and Alex Leary, Times Staff Writers Posted: Feb 01, 2012 07:50 PM Had enough of the Republican presidential primary? There's only 95 percent of the race left to run. Sure, Mitt Romney has the money, the vast majority of endorsements and, after Tuesday's big Florida win, the momentum on his side.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, St. Petersburg Times @michaelkruse
Had enough of the #GOP primary? There's only 95% of the race left to run. http://t.co/nNMeZL80 @adamsmithtimes @learyreports @TB_Times

Gov. Scott "extremely disappointed" in opponents of prison privatization, cites pension fund as a reason for the plan

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Gov. Scott "extremely disappointed" in opponents of prison privatization, cites pension fund as a reason for the plan http://t.co/fgU2Pvli

Cannabis calling

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Cannabis calling http://t.co/ThKNlji9

America's Got Talent (with Howard Stern) comes to The Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg April 3 and 4

tampabay.com — Best TV shows, worst TV shows, media issues and debates ... it's all here at the Feed, a blog on TV, media and modern life by St. Petersburg Times TV/media critic Eric Deggans. Possibly the most critical guy at the Times, he has served as music, media and TV critic at various times over 10 years.
Eric Deggans TV and Media Critic, St. Petersburg Times @Deggans
America's Got Talent (with Howard Stern!) comes to the Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg April 3 and 4: http://t.co/AfFk3vBs

NPR serves up compelling profile of Tampa Bay Times own political reporting legend Lucy Morgan

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Katie Sanders Reporter, PolitiFact.com and Tampa Bay Times, St. Petersburg Times @KatieLSanders
"Lucy in the Times with Documents..." http://t.co/iHQbWJcv
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
NPR serves up compelling profile of Tampa Bay Times own political reporting legend Lucy Morgan http://t.co/WqO2EwV8

Students decry demise of Florida bill to give illegal immigrants' kids in-state tuition

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Students decry demise of Florida bill to give illegal immigrants' kids in-state tuition http://t.co/7EzZrrEu

With Schiano hoping to lure Rutgers assistants, Scarlet Knights look to counter

tampabay.com — Greg Schiano told reporters after his introduction as the Bucs' new coach on Friday that he expected to bring some of his Rutgers assistants with him to Tampa Bay. While he didn't get specific, it was clear his intention is to have multiple members of that staff join him on the Buccaneers' coaching staff.
Rick Stroud Sports Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @NFLSTROUD
Rutgers DC Bob Fraser has an interview with the Bucs today, re: Newark Star-Ledger. Expect more Scarlet Knights http://t.co/E7WVjrg2
Stephen Holder Sports Reporter, St. Petersburg Times @HolderStephen
Something to watch: Schiano wants to lure several Rutgers assistants to #Bucs, but Rutgers trying hard to keep them: http://t.co/3Kh3II67

Zephyrhills should eliminate office of mayor

tampabay.com — Times editorial In Print: Thursday, February 2, 2012 The announced retirement of Zephyrhills Mayor Cliff McDuffie presents the City Council with a new opportunity to answer an old question. Does the municipal government even need the largely ceremonial office of mayor? Already a pair of candidates have obtained qualifying papers to succeed McDuffie in the April city election.
Brandon Larrabee Reporter, News Service of Florida @BylineBrandon
I have never heard of a nonvoting mayor with no real authority before. Odd http://t.co/Oef8W0N9

With Hasner out of way, LeMieux says it's time to pick apart Connie Mack's record

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
With Hasner out of way, LeMieux says it's time to pick apart Connie Mack's record http://t.co/kaAO0fCz

Unions speak out in defense of Fasano

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Unions speak out in defense of Fasano http://t.co/ccg9VosF

Another drug testing proposal, this time for state workers, getting attention

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Katie Sanders Reporter, PolitiFact.com and Tampa Bay Times, St. Petersburg Times @KatieLSanders
Another drug testing proposal, this time for state workers, getting attention http://t.co/EkC547nm

Another drug testing proposal, this time for state workers, getting attention

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Another drug testing proposal, this time for state workers, getting attention http://t.co/LubufLMP

Tampa to do Ashley Drive makeover ahead of Republican National Convention

tampabay.com — By Richard Danielson, Times Staff Writer Posted: Feb 01, 2012 04:37 PM TAMPA - In the first of several projects to beautify corridors leading into downtown Tampa, the city this week is moving ahead with a makeover of Ashley Drive.
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
RT @Danielson_Times: Tampa to do Ashley Drive makeover before Republican National Convention http://t.co/yYvzc6j0 #RNCTampa2012

Prison privatization stalls again; Fasano punished

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Katie Sanders Reporter, PolitiFact.com and Tampa Bay Times, St. Petersburg Times @KatieLSanders
Punished by leadership, @FasanoMike says, "It's unfortunate when leaders of the Senate can't lose like gentlemen." http://t.co/0uz1Q2DF

Senate approves school prayer bill

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Senate approves school prayer bill http://t.co/hG97xjuk

Alex Sink endorses Lois Frankel for Congress

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Alex Sink endorses Lois Frankel for Congress http://t.co/CBbnXnVL

Alex Sink endorses Lois Frankel for Congress

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Adam Smith Political Editor, St. Petersburg Times @adamsmithtimes
Alex Sink endorses Lois Frankel for Congress http://t.co/W5mbWAqW

Aide to state Sen. Jim Norman accused of not filing tax returns for five years

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Aide to state Sen. Jim Norman accused of not filing tax returns for five years http://t.co/eZkdhxFf

Prison privatization stalls again; Fasano punished

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Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, St. Petersburg Times @amy_hollyfield
Prison privatization stalls again; Fasano punished http://t.co/dJFrpVKy