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Scott to King of Spain: 'I've ridden elephants. I've never tried to shoot one.'

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.
Dave Weigel Political Reporter, Slate @daveweigel
cc @GeorgeOrwell MT @SayfieReview: Scott to King of Spain: 'I've ridden elephants. I've never tried to shoot one.' http://t.co/42CkEkQp
Alex Burns Reporter, Politico @aburnspolitico
RT @SayfieReview: Times: Scott to King of Spain: 'I've ridden elephants. I've never tried to shoot one.' http://t.co/WIzxkBEz #sayfie
Aaron Sharockman Deputy Government and Politics Editor and Reporter, PolitiFact.com, Tampa Bay Times @asharock
Awkward alert: @FlGovScott talks about shooting elephants with King of Spain http://t.co/Xx4jxYzr

Third-grade FCAT results due out Thursday

tampabay.com — Gradebook features education articles and insights on schools in Florida, focusing on Tampa Bay area schools. What's the latest from the Florida Department of Education? How is the FCAT being used to compare Florida schools? What's going in on in Tampa Bay schools? Get an insider's views from St.
Cara Fitzpatrick Education Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @Fitz_ly
MT @michaelkruse: RT @JeffSolochek Third-grade #FCAT results due out this morning. Still waiting for results. http://t.co/ORjoF7xD @TB_Times
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
RT @JeffSolochek Third-grade #FCAT results due out this morning. Still waiting for results. http://t.co/qpqaqs49 @TB_Times #Florida

Tampa Bay Times wins Society of Features Journalism award for Best Section

tampabay.com — The Society for Features Journalism has recognized the Tampa Bay Times with its 2012 award for Best Section. The Times entry in the national organization's Excellence in Features Writing Competition included issues of Floridian, Latitudes, Taste and Weekend.
Drew Harwell Real Estate Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @drewharwell
RT @michaelkruse: The @TB_Times. Best features squad in #America. http://t.co/qvBA26qj @gangrey @Deggans @LaneDeGregory @bduryeatimes @m ...
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
The @TB_Times. Best features squad in #America. http://t.co/qvBA26qj @gangrey @Deggans @LaneDeGregory @bduryeatimes @mwilsontimes @WeAreSFJ

5 things to know about Florida's slowly improving job market

tampabay.com — Tampa Bay business news and insights are brought to you each day by business columnist Robert Trigaux and his fellow business writers. Venture provides an inside look at Tampa Bay companies as well as events, people, deal, triumphs and failures across the Tampa Bay economy.
Adam Smith Political Editor, Tampa Bay Times @adamsmithtimes
RT @VentureTampaBay: 5 things you should know about Florida's slowly improving job market. http://t.co/sMFrgcCB
Robert Trigaux Business Columnist, Tampa Bay Times @VentureTampaBay
5 things you should know about Florida's slowly improving job market. http://t.co/sMFrgcCB

Deputies: Ruskin couple left kid in car while they went to strip club

tampabay.com — PALMETTO - A Ruskin couple left their child locked in a car while they went inside a strip club, deputies said. Israel Rangel-Ortiz and Edith Aguilar-Cardona, both 25, of 2113 SE 11th Ave. in Ruskin, were charged with child neglect, according to a report from the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
Arelis Hernandez Breaking News Reporter, Orlando Sentinel @ahernandez_OS
RT @Marissa_Jae: #ParentsOfTheYear: Couple left kid in the car while they went into a strip club, authorities say. http://t.co/YbsMB9Km ...
Marissa Lang Breaking News Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @Marissa_Jae
#ParentsOfTheYear: Couple left kid in the car while they went into a strip club, authorities say. http://t.co/YbsMB9Km Sigh. So #Florida.

Pretty in Pink shocker: Duckie was secretly gay?

tampabay.com — Relive the '80s music, movies and culture with Times online editor Steve Spears. A teen during the greatest decade ever, Steve is obsessed with everything from Duran Duran to Journey, John Hughes to John Cusack, and parachute pants to Reaganomics.
Brian Abrams Associate Editor, BuzzFeed @BrianAbrams
Molly Ringwald: "Duckie doesn't know he's gay." http://t.co/PZJ25kog (via @stuckinthe80s)

Not so fast, GOP. Unlike Q Poll, Marist FL poll says Obama, Nelson winning

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Not so fast, GOP. Unlike Q Poll, Marist FL poll says Obama, Nelson winning http://t.co/4o5DqZn7

Scott to King of Spain: 'I've ridden elephants. I've never tried to shoot one.'

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Scott to King of Spain: 'I've ridden elephants. I've never tried to shoot one.' http://t.co/yuwwkUGH

State education chief gets an earful about FCAT and testing scores

tampabay.com — TAMPA - Florida's education chief said he wanted to have a spirited discussion about the state's testing system - and he got it Wednesday night. Parents, teachers and community members gave Education Commissioner Gerard Robinson an earful about the FCAT, new end-of-course exams for high school students and last week's dramatic decline in student writing scores.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
Quote of the day: "I'm sick of the #FCAT for many reasons and I urge you to get rid of it." http://t.co/dr47ODdL @Fitz_ly @TB_Times #Florida

Thursday's letters: Lawyers are at the legislative wheel

tampabay.com — Lawmaker calls PIP law flawed | May 22 Lawyers at the legislative wheel As might be expected, state Rep. Rick Kriseman, D-St. Petersburg, says the revised state PIP law has "numerous errors." Perhaps the reason is that he is a personal injury lawyer.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
Bunch of grumps in this morning's letters to the editor. http://t.co/FYslEgk2 @TB_Times

Details make Florida Polytech look even worse

tampabay.com — The folly of immediately creating a new public university to satisfy one powerful state lawmaker was obvious enough when the Legislature approved it and Gov. Rick Scott signed off. Now terrible public policy is morphing into absurd reality as education officials wrestle with the details of winding down the University of South Florida's Lakeland campus and creating the new Florida Polytechnic from scratch.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
The @TB_Times' Pulitzer finalist editorial board: The folly of Poly: http://t.co/JmPl2DNL #Florida

First-time buyers driving new home sales

tampabay.com — Shawn Merritt liked the idea of a newly built home. No repairs. Less hassle. Better energy efficiency. And, as he found out, the price is right, too. Merritt, 24, paid $165,000 for a 2,384 square foot home in Brookfield Estates in Wesley Chapel. His family moved in two weeks ago.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
"A $225,000 house today would have cost almost $400,000 during the boom days." http://t.co/HYfpiA3A @MarkPuente @TB_Times #Florida

Tourism officials focus marketing efforts overseas to attract visitors on new flights to Zurich

tampabay.com — As Tampa International Airport celebrates its first new European service in 15 years, tourism officials here are working hard to make the flights a big a deal over there. That's because they expect most of the passengers on the twice weekly round trips to Zurich to come from Switzerland and Germany.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
... 300 billboards scattered around Switzerland and Germany promoting Tampa Bay. http://t.co/vRJPIHca @Ebehrman @TB_Times @FlyTPA

Q poll: Connie Mack tied w Bill Nelson, crushing George LeMieux

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Q poll: Connie Mack tied w Bill Nelson, crushing George LeMieux http://t.co/bKq8g6uN

Board hears litany of hurdles Florida's newest university faces

tampabay.com — A task force learns the state's new university in Lakeland lacks money and leadership. DAYTONA BEACH - Florida's newest university is already millions over budget for the construction of its new campus, has no faculty to attract students, few people volunteering to govern it and no money for technology labs.
Kim Wilmath Education Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @kimwilmath
Board hears litany of hurdles Florida's newest university faces http://t.co/0Yl27hwC via @TB_Times @Politics_TBTimes

Gibsonton woman found dead after canoe capsizes

tampabay.com — WIMUAMA - Deputies found the body of a woman who went missing while canoeing with a friend in the Little Manatee River on Wednesday afternoon. The episode began when the friends - Jayne Henry, 23, of Gibsonton and Kathleen Johns, 25, of Wimauma - left from Sundance Marina to go to an island for a picnic and drinks, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Marissa Lang Breaking News Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @Marissa_Jae
Was down by this river not five days ago. So #sad -- Gibsonton woman dead after canoe capsizes; investigation underway http://t.co/AkNWvYQV

Broadcaster Ken Rosenthal thrilled with Tampa Bay Rays' 'nerd' tribute

tampabay.com — So what does the poster boy of the Rays' "Ken Rosenthal/Nerd" themed road trip to Boston think of the plan? "I am totally cool with all of this," the Fox Sports baseball reporter said. "I'm really flattered. Honored is not too strong a word."
Ken Rosenthal MLB Reporter, Fox Sports, Fox News @Ken_Rosenthal
Team making donation, too RT @TBTimes_Rays: Fox's Ken Rosenthal thrilled with #Rays bowtie-wearing 'nerd' tribute http://t.co/AvIcwDyp
Ken Rosenthal MLB Reporter, Fox Sports, Fox News @Ken_Rosenthal
RT @TBTimes_Rays: Fox's @Ken_Rosenthal thrilled and honored with #Rays bowtie-wearing 'nerd' tribute http://t.co/dLdeamnw
Marc Topkin Baseball Writer, Tampa Bay Times @TBTimes_Rays
Fox's @Ken_Rosenthal thrilled and honored with #Rays bowtie-wearing 'nerd' tribute http://t.co/dLdeamnw

Rays score 5-4 walkoff win over Jays in 11

tampabay.com — Follow Tampa Bay Rays baseball from spring training to the World Series with Marc Topkin, Joe Smith and the St. Petersburg Times sports staff. From Evan Longoria to B.J. Upton and David Price, we're your source for Tampa Bay Rays scores and schedules.
Joe Smith Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @TBTimesRays2
Rays score 5-4 walkoff win over Jays in 11: he Rays rallied in the 11th inning to beat the Jays 5-4 Wednesday as... http://t.co/EXoKFJNq
Marc Topkin Baseball Writer, Tampa Bay Times @TBTimes_Rays
Rays score 5-4 walkoff win over Jays in 11: he Rays rallied in the 11th inning to beat the Jays 5-4 Wednesday as... http://t.co/NC2xp62z

Photo gallery: Rays 5, Blue Jays 4 (11)

tampabay.com — Follow Tampa Bay Rays baseball from spring training to the World Series with Marc Topkin, Joe Smith and the St. Petersburg Times sports staff. From Evan Longoria to B.J. Upton and David Price, we're your source for Tampa Bay Rays scores and schedules.
Joe Smith Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @TBTimesRays2
Photo gallery: Rays 5, Blue Jays 4 (11):   Images of the Tampa Bay Rays' win over the Toronto Blue Jays. http://t.co/v8pAciRX
Marc Topkin Baseball Writer, Tampa Bay Times @TBTimes_Rays
Photo gallery: Rays 5, Blue Jays 4 (11):   Images of the Tampa Bay Rays' win over the Toronto Blue Jays. http://t.co/B4wDWyAb

Video: Prado talks after Bulls' loss to UConn

tampabay.com — South Florida Bulls fans, you've come to the right place: the USF Sports Bulletin blog. St. Petersburg Times sportswriter Greg Auman, who covers USF, will post news and thoughts on the Bulletin, and we invite your participation in the comments area.
Greg Auman Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @gregauman
Video: USF baseball coach Lelo Prado talks after Bulls' 7-2 loss to UConn in Big East tournament in Clearwater. http://t.co/7dLXq9Ig

Bulls fall 7-2 to UConn in Big East opener

tampabay.com — South Florida Bulls fans, you've come to the right place: the USF Sports Bulletin blog. St. Petersburg Times sportswriter Greg Auman, who covers USF, will post news and thoughts on the Bulletin, and we invite your participation in the comments area.
Greg Auman Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @gregauman
USF baseball gives up 14 hits, falls 7-2 to fifth-seeded UConn in opening day of Big East tournament in Clearwater. http://t.co/K69MDtB6

Phillip Phillips continues dominance of cute, unassuming white guys as American Idol champs

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, Tampa Bay Times @Deggans
Does Phillip Phillips win signal that only cute, unassuming white guys can ever win American Idol anymore? http://t.co/rB2dxUBi

Democrat Dave Aronberg draws Charlie Crist, Fla GOP finance chair to fundraiser

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Democrat Dave Aronberg draws Charlie Crist, Fla GOP finance chair to fundraiser http://t.co/llYiX3fE

Agent: Tampa Bay Lightning "a serious contender" for Swiss star Damien Brunner

tampabay.com — Follow the Tampa Bay Lightning through the 2006-07 season with beat writer Damian Cristodero and the St. Petersburg Times sports staff.
Damian Cristodero Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @LightningTimes
Agent: Lightning "a serious contender" for Swiss star Damien Brunner http://t.co/XJ6r2Dh3 via @TB_Times

Millions of dollars fuel onslaught of campaign TV ads 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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Millions of dollars fuel onslaught of campaign TV ads in Florida http://t.co/D8MaPNzD

Romney to address national Latino group in Orlando

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.
Michael Scherer White House Correspondent, Time Magazine @michaelscherer
RT @franceschi_alex: ---> RT @learyreports: Romney to address national Latino group in Orlando on June 21: http://t.co/S2t6Zh9Z
Holly Bailey Senior Political Reporter, Yahoo! News @hollybdc
RT @learyreports: Romney to address national Latino group in Orlando on June 21: http://t.co/yk3uYxGB

Tampa Bay Buccaneers look at OTAs as 'an extended period of practice'

tampabay.com — TAMPA -- Suppose your boss made coming to work today optional, and technically couldn't penalize you for not showing up. Would you? And would it matter if you knew staying home could allow co-workers to gain an upper hand on you? This, in essence, is the decision NFL players face each offseason.
Stephen Holder Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @HolderStephen
This will run in the Thursday paper, story about Schiano balancing importance of OTAs with the fact they're voluntary: http://t.co/kS7trRf1

Are Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Greg Schiano's domineering ways good or bad?

tampabay.com — Some would call new Bucs coach Greg Schiano a control freak. Others would suggest that he's merely detail-oriented. You might say he's a tyrant. He might say that he's just really focused. Perhaps he could be called a puppet master. Or, perhaps, he's just a master leader.
Stephen Holder Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @HolderStephen
Thought-provoking stuff from the Times' Tom Jones on Greg Schiano: http://t.co/L0ZjPLKP #Bucs

John Legg to switch Senate races, square off with Jim Norman

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
John Legg to switch Senate races, square off with Jim Norman http://t.co/xK8b4s4B

Video: James Shields postgame

tampabay.com — Follow Tampa Bay Rays baseball from spring training to the World Series with Marc Topkin, Joe Smith and the St. Petersburg Times sports staff. From Evan Longoria to B.J. Upton and David Price, we're your source for Tampa Bay Rays scores and schedules.
Joe Smith Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @TBTimesRays2
Video: James Shields postgame: James Shields on Wednesday's game against the Blue Jays.   http://t.co/ST2PLHAh

Of 14 $1 million-plus CEOs, who best earned their paychecks?

tampabay.com — Ever wonder who among our the top paid CEOs of Tampa Bay area companies is worth those super-sized paychecks? Here's a ranking - and a little perspective - of the total compensation of 14 top executives here who received at least $1 million in 2011.
Robert Trigaux Business Columnist, Tampa Bay Times @VentureTampaBay
Of 14 area CEOs who made at least $1 million last year, which ones delivered strongest earnings? http://t.co/tviUvyFf

Can we trust Quinnipiac polls?

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Can we trust Quinnipiac polls? http://t.co/rscH4Zjq

Mack campaign amends endorsement statement from Luis Fortuno to be kinder to Bill Nelson

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Mack campaign amends endorsement statement from Luis Fortuno to be kinder to Bill Nelson http://t.co/lRky3YwN

What's the rationale on Preston Parker's new deal?

tampabay.com — Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans: Keep up with your team news on Bucs Beat, our blog for all things Bucs. St. Petersburg Times sports writers keep you posted on the latest Bucs news, and you can weigh in with your own thoughts.
Stephen Holder Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @HolderStephen
A couple quick tidbits about Preston Parker's contract extension: http://t.co/aHJzFEx0 #Bucs

My take on the fall 2012 TV season (including appearances on NPR and TV One): Comedy is king (and queen) again

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, Tampa Bay Times @Deggans
One week after upfronts, my take on what it all means for network TV (plus TV One and NPR appearances): http://t.co/9voG9qAr

Tom Coburn endorses LeMieux

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Tom Coburn endorses LeMieux http://t.co/p42rPc3L

Jeb Bush featured in new ad for Lizbeth Benacquisto

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Jeb Bush featured in new ad for Lizbeth Benacquisto http://t.co/OwJMo5Bm

Bill Nelson: Questions about Romney and Bain are 'fair'

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Bill Nelson: Questions about Romney and Bain are 'fair' http://t.co/zuGhWqIC

In anonymity, I thee wed

tampabay.com — The Sloans of Tampa got married Friday, too. TAMPA - On Friday morning, some six hours after two people in England got married in a ceremony watched by millions, two other people in the Hillsborough County clerk's office got married in a ceremony watched by family.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
.@WeAreSFJ honorable mention in Short Feature: 1. http://t.co/wICpcrc3 2. http://t.co/3ATwNsok 3. http://t.co/wZBn9aff @TB_Times

Polk Sheriff Grady Judd makes his name on moral outrage

tampabay.com — Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is on a crusade to stop "smut" peddlers wherever he finds them. And it doesn't hurt that it comes with plenty of TV coverage. A man in Colorado a couple of months ago published a book called The Pedophile's Guide to Love and Pleasure, and he didn't get arrested for it, and this made Grady Judd mad.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
.@WeAreSFJ 3rd place in General Feature: 1. http://t.co/eEccoBVU 2. http://t.co/sIqVPWwx 3. http://t.co/AkMgQJUH @TB_Times

12-year-old race car driver dies from injuries sustained in crash

tampabay.com — ST. PETERSBURG - A 12-year-old boy who crashed into a wall during a children's race last weekend at the Auburndale Speedway has died, authorities said. Tyler Morr, who lived in Arcadia, died at 3:15 p.m. Wednesday at All Children's Hospital, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Cara Fitzpatrick Education Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @Fitz_ly
Sad news. RT @tb_times: 12-year-old race car driver dies from injuries sustained in crash http://t.co/hDe65ml9

Dave Barry cancels St. Petersburg appearance

tampabay.com — Columnist and humor writer Dave Barry has canceled an appearance at the Poynter Institute for Media Studies scheduled for tonight. Barry had been scheduled to attend a reception and dinner to speak on the topic "Laughing Your Way Through the Presidential Campaign."
Eric Deggans TV and Media Critic, Tampa Bay Times @Deggans
I won't get to jam with Dave Barry tonight at Poynter institute (he had family death) but we're still going to play: http://t.co/rBTvtwNn

Department of Education does "full-court press" to explain FCAT changes to parents

tampabay.com — Gradebook features education articles and insights on schools in Florida, focusing on Tampa Bay area schools. What's the latest from the Florida Department of Education? How is the FCAT being used to compare Florida schools? What's going in on in Tampa Bay schools? Get an insider's views from St.
Cara Fitzpatrick Education Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @Fitz_ly
Florida DOE does "full-court press" on #FCAT changes. http://t.co/T1ddw8Lz #edchat #Florida @TB_Times

Some thoughts on missed OTAs

tampabay.com — Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans: Keep up with your team news on Bucs Beat, our blog for all things Bucs. St. Petersburg Times sports writers keep you posted on the latest Bucs news, and you can weigh in with your own thoughts.
Rick Brown Sports Writer, Lakeland Ledger @LedgeronBucs
Good piece on OTAs. MT @HolderStephen: Thoughts on players missing OTAs, etc, that I figured I might as well share: http://t.co/Ij2njMub
Stephen Holder Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @HolderStephen
I had some thoughts on players missing OTAs, etc, that I figured I might as well share: http://t.co/kh1WdMUy

Raw Video: Blackhawk invades Tampa

tampabay.com — Special Operations Forces repel from a Blackhawk helicopter onto a barge anchored near the Tampa Convention Center as thousands watched the mock assault. (May 23, 2012) [Maurice Rivenbark | tampabay.com]
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Video of the special ops mock assault on the #Tampa Convention Center @TB_Times http://t.co/xoCPyb24

Poll shows Romney leading Obama in Florida; Rubio helps, gay marriage barely matters

tampabay.com — Mitt Romney has crept to a 6-percentage-point lead over President Barack Obama in Florida, where a new poll shows a majority of registered voters don't think the incumbent deserves a second term. Romney's 47 percent to 41 percent lead over Obama would grow even bigger - to an 8 percentage-point advantage - if the challenger chose Sen.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
Romney leading Obama in #Florida; Rubio helps, gay marriage barely matters: http://t.co/oR2ONT4i @MarcACaputo

For starters, Rays vs. Jays, seeking even

tampabay.com — Follow Tampa Bay Rays baseball from spring training to the World Series with Marc Topkin, Joe Smith and the St. Petersburg Times sports staff. From Evan Longoria to B.J. Upton and David Price, we're your source for Tampa Bay Rays scores and schedules.
Joe Smith Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @TBTimesRays2
For starters, Rays vs. Jays, seeking even: UPDATE, 12:19: Sutton was caught a bit off guard by hitting cleanup, ... http://t.co/PnVU0Cwk

Video: Shields on facing Jays today

tampabay.com — Follow Tampa Bay Rays baseball from spring training to the World Series with Marc Topkin, Joe Smith and the St. Petersburg Times sports staff. From Evan Longoria to B.J. Upton and David Price, we're your source for Tampa Bay Rays scores and schedules.
Marc Topkin Baseball Writer, Tampa Bay Times @TBTimes_Rays
Video: Shields on facing Jays today: Rays pitcher James Shields on facing the Jays today.   http://t.co/4eexBeUi

Noon: Chat live with Greg Auman

tampabay.com — South Florida Bulls fans, you've come to the right place: the USF Sports Bulletin blog. St. Petersburg Times sportswriter Greg Auman, who covers USF, will post news and thoughts on the Bulletin, and we invite your participation in the comments area.
Greg Auman Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @gregauman
Join me at http://t.co/2PoMSVDE for live USF chat RIGHT NOW (!!!!!) to talk Big East, Bulls baseball, softball, etc. http://t.co/6a7rFS8G

Tampa Bay Times ends temporary 5 percent pay cut for staffers, starting July 2

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.
Scott Schwebke Crime and Breaking News Reporter, Standard-Examiner @TheChalkOutline
RT @romenesko: Tampa Bay Times to end temporary 5% pay cut put in place last September. http://t.co/SCij6obi #journalism #news
Joe Sapia Reporter, Asbury Park Press @JosephSapia
RT @romenesko: Tampa Bay Times to end temporary 5% pay cut put in place last September. http://t.co/kUyXw28b
Kate Elizabeth Environment Reporter, The Wilmington StarNews @kate_goes_bleu
RT @romenesko: Tampa Bay Times to end temporary 5% pay cut put in place last September. http://t.co/kUyXw28b
Jim Romenesko Journalist and Media Blogger @romenesko
Tampa Bay Times to end temporary 5% pay cut put in place last September. http://t.co/kUyXw28b
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
I like money. I use money. MT @Deggans @TB_Times staffers' temporary 5 percent pay reduction will end July 2: http://t.co/xGEcEAcW
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Florida Eco Safaris: a place for nature lovers, thrill seekers

tampabay.com — Florida Eco Safaris at Forever Florida offers a chance to have fun with nature while screaming along a new zip line roller coaster. (May 22, 2012; St. Cloud) [Joseph Garnett, Jr. | Tampa Bay Times]
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Watch @TB_Times staff writer Susan Thurston scream her head off on the zip line at #Florida Eco Safaris http://t.co/QLqhzQZe So funny!

BOG has 4 applicants for new Florida Poly board, Gov's office has 6

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.
Kim Wilmath Education Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @kimwilmath
BOG has 4 applicants for new Florida Poly board, Gov's office has 6 http://t.co/6FzJk7TD via @TB_Times @Politics_TBTimes

To control homelessness, consultant suggests Clearwater change rules, withdraw street feedings

tampabay.com — CLEARWATER Worse than too few jobs or shelter beds, worse than too little food or too much addiction, the city's "homeless problem" boils down to a single cause: The city is too enabling. That's according to homelessness consultant Robert Marbut, who presented his new plan of action Thursday to help heal the city's problems with its poorest class.
Drew Harwell Real Estate Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @drewharwell
Calling #Clearwater "too enabling" for the homeless, a consultant suggests a crackdown. Advocates lash back. @TB_Times http://t.co/I5YVp6UW

St. Petersburg police: Father stashed marijuana in 6-year-old's school backpack

tampabay.com — Police say the child's dad put it and a scale in the backpack. ST. PETERSBURG - Police called it a felony case of show and tell: A 6-year-old showed up at Campbell Park Elementary Marine Science Center on Tuesday with more than 3 ounces of marijuana and a scale in a backpack.
Marissa Lang Breaking News Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @Marissa_Jae
This NOW Team sweetness gives me a toothache: MT @jthalji Thanks @Danny_Valentine. But @lauracmorel came up w/ the idea http://t.co/1OolLrEA

Florida's education chief holds forum in Tampa on FCAT

tampabay.com — Florida's education chief will be in Tampa today to host the first in a series of public forums, part of a blitz to quell frustrations about the state's testing system. Education Commissioner Gerard Robinson defended the FCAT after the dramatic decline in student writing scores released last week but conceded that the state could have done a better job of explaining changes to parents.
Cara Fitzpatrick Education Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @Fitz_ly
RT @TB_Times: Florida's education chief holds forum in Tampa on FCAT. http://t.co/70blUqH3

BOG meets today to discuss future of Florida Poly

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.
Kim Wilmath Education Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @kimwilmath
BOG meeting to discuss future of Florida Poly http://t.co/K6Ijhxxl via @TB_Times @Politics_TBTimes

Hillsborough Property Appraiser Rob Turner: I won't quit over porn admission

tampabay.com — The Hillsborough property appraiser says he won't resign. The Hillsborough property appraiser admits his mistake in the porn revelation. TAMPA - Hillsborough County Property Appraiser Rob Turner says he has no intention of letting revelations that he sent pornography to an underling end his political career like other public figures before him.
Marissa Lang Breaking News Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @Marissa_Jae
#Floridaproblems: RT @TB_Times Hillsborough Property Appraiser Rob Turner: I won't quit over #porn admission http://t.co/DrEjIfS2

Of 7,000 felons purged from voting rolls, many are Democrats, blacks

tampabay.com — TALLAHASSEE - As Florida scours its voter rolls in search of non-U.S. citizens, another form of purging continues: stripping felons of the ability to vote, including high numbers of Democrats and African-Americans. In the first four months of 2012, election supervisors removed nearly 7,000 voters from the rolls following recent felony convictions.
Arian Campo-Flores Reporter, Wall Street Journal @acampoflores
Scrub of Florida voter rolls continues, as the state purges felons, including high numbers of Democrats and blacks http://t.co/U36cta4m

Like we need another sordid sex scandal?

tampabay.com — Maybe like me you could live happily ever after without another headline about allegations of a politician's tawdry affair, his public restroom adventures, or his penchant for porn and related creative uses of his cellphone. But here we go again, looking at a man in a position of public trust and how he tangled up his personal messiness with the office we elected him to.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
The @TB_Times' Sue Carlton: He. Was. Her. Boss. He. Sent. Her. Porn. http://t.co/mo2jTt5K #Tampa #Florida!

Hillsborough Property Appraiser Rob Turner: I won't quit over porn admission

tampabay.com — The Hillsborough property appraiser says he won't resign. The Hillsborough property appraiser admits his mistake in the porn revelation. TAMPA - Hillsborough County Property Appraiser Rob Turner says he has no intention of letting revelations that he sent pornography to an underling end his political career like other public figures before him.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
... more than 40 separate emails containing graphic images or links to porn videos and galleries. http://t.co/f7myfGBy @BillVarianTimes

SpaceX launches hope for fallow Florida coast

tampabay.com — The successful launch of the Falcon 9 rocket Tuesday from Cape Canaveral may not have been a giant leap for mankind. But for the economically struggling Florida Space Coast, the blastoff marks one small step toward a rebirth of the region's aerospace industry.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
The @TB_Times editorial board: #SpaceX launches hope for fallow #Florida coast: http://t.co/aIfePAW0

Donald Driver's win on Dancing with the Stars actually makes me miss Bristol Palin and Kirstie Alley

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, Tampa Bay Times @Deggans
Why Donald Driver's win on Dancing with the Stars actually makes me miss Kirstie Alley and Bristol Palin: http://t.co/F8D4n4jF

BOG meets today to discuss future of Florida Poly

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
BOG meets today to discuss future of Florida Poly http://t.co/DNZLw5Cn

George LeMieux's 2009 campaign for Senate seat exposed his ambition, savvy

tampabay.com — George LeMieux is an old hand running political campaigns, but he wound up in the U.S. Senate by ferociously campaigning for just one vote: Gov. Charlie Crist's.
Jenna Buzzacco Reporter, Naples Daily News @NDN_JBuzzacco
Excellent story about the dust-up over how George LeMieux secured his Senate seat. http://t.co/V2VNZ7eA

Survey: Finest architectural gems in Tampa Bay? Come have a look

tampabay.com — Tampa Bay business news and insights are brought to you each day by business columnist Robert Trigaux and his fellow business writers. Venture provides an inside look at Tampa Bay companies as well as events, people, deal, triumphs and failures across the Tampa Bay economy.
Robert Trigaux Business Columnist, Tampa Bay Times @VentureTampaBay
Statewide architectural poll captures some of Tampa Bay's finest buildings. http://t.co/Xji16f0x Kudos to Ybor's Cuban Club.

Q poll Florida: Romney beats Obama 47-41; Rubio 'little impact' as running mate

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Q poll Florida: Romney beats Obama 47-41; Rubio 'little impact' as running mate http://t.co/DMTmOqpb

Ron Paul fans work to put on festival just before Republican National Convention

tampabay.com — TAMPA - Supporters of presidential candidate Ron Paul are negotiating to hold a three-day festival of music, entertainment and activism at the Florida State Fairgrounds immediately before the Republican National Convention. Paul Festival 2012 would run from Aug. 24-26, ending the day before the convention begins.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
RT @Danielson_Times #RNC2012 word of the day: Convoys of Ron Paul supporters heading to Tampa are "Ronvoys." http://t.co/WOQkB95q @TB_Times
Adam Smith Political Editor, Tampa Bay Times @adamsmithtimes
RT @Danielson_Times: Ron Paul supporters work to bring pre-#RNC2012 festival to Fla State Fairgrounds http://t.co/IsAhRx57 via @TB_Times ...

George LeMieux's aggressive campaign for 2009 Senate seat a window into his ambition, savvy

tampabay.com — George LeMieux is an old hand running political campaigns, but he wound up in the U.S. Senate by ferociously campaigning for just one vote: Gov. Charlie Crist's.
Chuck Todd Political Director and Chief White House Correspondent, NBC News @chucktodd
After a slow start, I think it's fair to say Connie Mack's campaign is getting better at the oppo game? http://t.co/EaRPHNun
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Must-read from @adamsmithtimes and @marcacaputo on @George_LeMieux and ruthless #Florida politics http://t.co/Nltd4poA @TB_Times
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
#UNF prez John Delaney told #Florida Sen '09 his ... @George_LeMieux allies create website attacking him. Offer yanked. http://t.co/Nltd4poA
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Former #Florida GOP chair Jim Greer: @charliecristfl was clear @George_LeMieux was not ... going to get an appointment http://t.co/Nltd4poA
Amy Hollyfield Assistant Managing Editor, Politics, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Jim Smith: "Probably everybody @charliecristfl had a conversation with ... believed he was going to be appointed." http://t.co/Nltd4poA
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The Divas guide to blazering through RNC

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Stephanie Hayes Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @stephhayes
RT @KatieLSanders: My use of caps lock: too much, or NOT ENOUGH? // The Divas guide to blazering through RNC http://t.co/BJpzNjbW
Katie Sanders Reporter, PolitiFact.com and Tampa Bay Times, Tampa Bay Times @KatieLSanders
My use of caps lock: too much, or NOT ENOUGH? // The Divas guide to blazering through RNC http://t.co/BJpzNjbW

St. Petersburg police: Father put marijuana in 6-year-old's school backpack

tampabay.com — ST. PETERSBURG - Police called it a felony case of show and tell: A 6-year-old showed up at Campbell Park Elementary School on Tuesday with more than three ounces of marijuana in a backpack. "Look what I got," the kindergartner told a teacher, police said, after discovering the drugs in the backpack.
Marissa Lang Breaking News Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @Marissa_Jae
"Look what I got!" - 6 year old went to school w/ 3 oz of marijuana dad stuffed in backpack, cops say http://t.co/yijXMs1P by @jthalji
Craig Pittman Environmental Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @craigtimes
Oh #Florida! "Police called it a felony case of show and tell..." http://t.co/vHz6y1Rd #FatherOfTheYear via @jthalji

Photo gallery: Rays 8, Blue Jays 5

tampabay.com — Follow Tampa Bay Rays baseball from spring training to the World Series with Marc Topkin, Joe Smith and the St. Petersburg Times sports staff. From Evan Longoria to B.J. Upton and David Price, we're your source for Tampa Bay Rays scores and schedules.
Joe Smith Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @TBTimesRays2
Photo gallery: Rays 8, Blue Jays 5:   Images of the Tampa Bay Rays' win over the Toronto Blue Jays http://t.co/byWJVI6M

Video: Matt Moore on the Rays win over the Blue Jays.

tampabay.com — Follow Tampa Bay Rays baseball from spring training to the World Series with Marc Topkin, Joe Smith and the St. Petersburg Times sports staff. From Evan Longoria to B.J. Upton and David Price, we're your source for Tampa Bay Rays scores and schedules.
Joe Smith Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @TBTimesRays2
Video: Matt Moore on the Rays win over the Blue Jays.: Matt Moore on Tuesday's win. http://t.co/jJj3N5T7

St. Petersburg police: father put three ounces of marijuana in 6-year-old's school backpack

tampabay.com — ST. PETERSBURG - Police called it a felony case of show and tell: A 6-year-old showed up at Campbell Park Elementary School on Tuesday with more than three ounces of marijuana in a backpack. "Look what I got," the kindergartner told a teacher, police said, after discovering the drugs in the backpack.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
Not the best hiding place. MT @TB_Times #StPete cops: Father put his pot in 6-year-old's school backpack. http://t.co/PR5StJcp #Florida!
Drew Harwell Real Estate Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @drewharwell
Six-year-old with three ounces of dad's pot in his backpack tells kindergarten teacher, "Look what I got." @TB_Times http://t.co/WlJPdV9h

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers raises objections to SunWest channel

tampabay.com — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has dealt a blow to the proposed 4-mile channel at the SunWest property in Aripeka. In a letter dated May 16, the agency said it plans to recommend denial of the project unless the county narrows the channel or finds extra mitigation to offset damage to 28 acres of seagrass.
Craig Pittman Environmental Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @craigtimes
Army Corps of Engineers objects to FL developers' plan for 4-mile channel that would destroy 28 acres of seagrass. http://t.co/dL4oipU9

Plant's Trey Holtz joining Texas football as walk-on

tampabay.com — South Florida Bulls fans, you've come to the right place: the USF Sports Bulletin blog. St. Petersburg Times sportswriter Greg Auman, who covers USF, will post news and thoughts on the Bulletin, and we invite your participation in the comments area.
Greg Auman Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @gregauman
USF coach Skip Holtz's son Trey, part of Plant's state title team, is off to University of Texas as a football walk-on. http://t.co/7x4A1VmP

Alex Mendez leads USF Bulls into Big East baseball tournament

tampabay.com — TAMPA - On baseball merits alone, USF junior Alex Mendez is one of the best stories in the Bulls' resurgence this season, versatile enough to lead his team in RBIs as a leadoff hitter in his first season as an everyday starter.
Greg Auman Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @gregauman
As USF baseball opens play in Big East tournament Wednesday, outfielder Alex Mendez has impressed on and off the field. http://t.co/AqQlzWCG

Red light camera citations waived for law enforcement in some places

tampabay.com — If Florida motorists run a red light and get caught on camera, they know what to expect: a $158 citation. But if they're in law enforcement, many cities choose to give them a free pass regardless of their reason for running the light. St.
Michael Van Sickler Politics and Government Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @mikevansickler
Are cops getting a free pass with red light cameras? #stpete http://t.co/htGgqB3q

Notes: Big East title game won't be at neutral site

tampabay.com — South Florida Bulls fans, you've come to the right place: the USF Sports Bulletin blog. St. Petersburg Times sportswriter Greg Auman, who covers USF, will post news and thoughts on the Bulletin, and we invite your participation in the comments area.
Greg Auman Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @gregauman
Today's notes from Big East meetings in Ponte Vedra, like what conference football schools prefer in a playoff system. http://t.co/9UzzD6pF

Keppinger: "Wrong place, wrong time"

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Joe Smith Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @TBTimesRays2
Keppinger: "Wrong place, wrong time": INF Jeff Keppinger explained perhaps the freakest of the Rays long list of... http://t.co/y9nKI0WK

Hillsborough property appraiser fires HR director he had sent porn

tampabay.com — TAMPA - Hillsborough County Property Appraiser Rob Turner admits he repeatedly sent pornography to his human resources director, a woman he fired Monday. Turner said he fired Carolyn Filippone, a long-time employee of the public agency, for making false sexual discrimination claims about him to the U.S.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
Hillsborough property appraiser fires HR director he had sent porn: http://t.co/GdwLZv9J @BillVarianTimes @TB_Times #Tampa #Florida!
Jeff Weiner Breaking News and Crime Reporter, Orlando Sentinel @JeffWeinerOS
Never a good idea. RT @MarkSchlueb: If you're emailing porn to a coworker, probably shouldn't be the HR director http://t.co/PEHBJs0d
Mark Puente City Hall Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @MarkPuente
Hillsborough property appraiser fires HR director he had sent porn: http://t.co/YyAVlDaH
Craig Pittman Environmental Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @craigtimes
Oh #Florida! County official fires HR director for complaining about him, but admits he e-mailed her lots of porn http://t.co/B5CqE2u9
Ben Montgomery Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @gangrey
"Porn swapping" before 7? RT @BillVarianTimes: Property Appraiser admits sending porn to HR director, then fires her. http://t.co/U6npmVvK

Florida grabs a ($33.4 million) chunk of foreclosure settlement money for state budget

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.
Craig Pittman Environmental Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @craigtimes
FL officials steer 10% of $334M foreclosure settlement to bolstering the state budget instead of helping homeowners http://t.co/KqWHzIlY

Florida grabs a ($33.4 million) chunk of foreclosure settlement money for state budget

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Florida grabs a ($33.4 million) chunk of foreclosure settlement money for state budget http://t.co/Xc4sEvCl

Dan Orlovsky helps recruit former teammate Dallas Clark

tampabay.com — Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans: Keep up with your team news on Bucs Beat, our blog for all things Bucs. St. Petersburg Times sports writers keep you posted on the latest Bucs news, and you can weigh in with your own thoughts.
Stephen Holder Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @HolderStephen
As it turns out, Dan Orlovsky made a bit of a sales pitch to Dallas Clark before Clark signed with #Bucs: http://t.co/JHFpuqXH

Here's why The Avengers really worked: Filmmakers embraced comics storylines instead of "improving" them

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.
Rene A. Guzman Pop Culture and Consumer Writer, San Antonio Express-News @reneguz
Concur. RT @woodseanm RT @reneguz, you MUST read this. "Here's why the Avengers really worked" http://t.co/jOWtTDLa (via @deggans)
Eric Deggans TV and Media Critic, Tampa Bay Times @Deggans
Here's why The Avengers film worked: Filmmakers embraced comic book stories & storytelling instead of "improving" them: http://t.co/t6ORrlaO

Rick Scott started the push to non-citizens from voter rolls

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Rick Scott started the push to non-citizens from voter rolls http://t.co/ZMH64hQa

Democrats, blacks most likely to be purged from rolls

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Democrats, blacks most likely to be purged from rolls http://t.co/c9qV64v2

PolitiFact Florida: Fact-checking Mitt Romney's visit to St. Petersburg

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
PolitiFact Florida: Fact-checking Mitt Romney's visit to St. Petersburg http://t.co/IX0WS3fw

Wing Ryan Shannon signs 3-year deal in Switzerland; says Tampa was "a great place to play"

tampabay.com — Follow the Tampa Bay Lightning through the 2006-07 season with beat writer Damian Cristodero and the St. Petersburg Times sports staff.
Damian Cristodero Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @LightningTimes
Ryan Shannon signs 3-year deal in Switzerland; says Tampa was "a great place to play" http://t.co/bH5rtAKa via @TB_Times

For starters, Rays vs. Jays, with Moore pitching

tampabay.com — Follow Tampa Bay Rays baseball from spring training to the World Series with Marc Topkin, Joe Smith and the St. Petersburg Times sports staff. From Evan Longoria to B.J. Upton and David Price, we're your source for Tampa Bay Rays scores and schedules.
Joe Smith Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @TBTimesRays2
For starters, Rays vs. Jays, with Moore pitching: The Rays try to reverse their latest skid tonight against Toro... http://t.co/Tvvx8J2Y

Pro-Obama super PAC announces new Florida ad

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Pro-Obama super PAC announces new Florida ad http://t.co/tKsiHp8d

Did Jeb Bush's brother, George W. Bush, lay 'welcome mat for Communists' like Barack Obama?

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Did Jeb Bush's brother, George W. Bush, lay 'welcome mat for Communists' like Barack Obama? http://t.co/HE7NLDPi

Marco Rubio: partisan attack dog and bipartisan champion

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Marco Rubio: partisan attack dog and bipartisan champion http://t.co/dJAGKNhe

SuperPAC pumps $2.3-million into Fla ad attacking Obama

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
SuperPAC pumps $2.3-million into Fla ad attacking Obama http://t.co/6ncUkPSz

Who are those masked men in Rays dugout?

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Joe Smith Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @TBTimesRays2
Who are those masked men in Rays dugout?: It's just Rays relievers Fernando Rodney (left) and Joel Peralta casu... http://t.co/Aeo1ej1s

TE McFarland now on scholarship with Bulls

tampabay.com — South Florida Bulls fans, you've come to the right place: the USF Sports Bulletin blog. St. Petersburg Times sportswriter Greg Auman, who covers USF, will post news and thoughts on the Bulletin, and we invite your participation in the comments area.
Greg Auman Sports Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @gregauman
USF's Skip Holtz says TE Mike McFarland, who joined the Bulls from Gators as walk-on last year, is now on scholarship. http://t.co/AXu17vqX

Tampa residents give thanks for discovery of missing woman

tampabay.com — Deep in the brush, they found Ellen Quinlan: dehydrated, disoriented and vulnerable to the elements, including alligators. The two-day search, which began when the 27-year-old South Tampa woman's car was found abandoned on a Punta Gorda road, ended Sunday as well as it could have.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
Bizarre #Florida meets @VanityFair: "We got her. She's standing here. She is alive." http://t.co/swbZYez3 @TB_Times #Tampa

Tampa Bay ranks low in religion census

tampabay.com — Did you hear the one about the Catholic, the Jew and the Protestant arguing in a bar about the best place to worship in Tampa Bay? That's it. That's the entire joke. Apparently, no one goes to church around here. The 2010 U.S. Religion Census was recently released, and, it turns out, Tampa Bay is rather faithless.
Michael Kruse Staff Writer, Tampa Bay Times @michaelkruse
The @TB_Times' John Romano: We're less pious than Sin City. http://t.co/Qi0GwfI5 #Tampa #StPete #Florida

Luis Fortuno endorses Connie Mack for 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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Luis Fortuno endorses Connie Mack for Senate http://t.co/XuU5iOA8

Fact-checking the U.S. Chamber on Alan Grayson

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
Fact-checking the U.S. Chamber on Alan Grayson http://t.co/y8YgTe5K

Land crucial to future of Florida panthers to be preserved from development

tampabay.com — The Nature Conservancy announced Tuesday that it has preserved a key piece of property that allows Florida panthers to flee their shrinking habitat in the state's southern tip. The 1,270-acre parcel in Glades County was owned by American Prime, a Miami real estate company known for running 30-minute infomercials that air repeatedly on Spanish-language radio and television.
Craig Pittman Environmental Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @craigtimes
Land crucial to future of FL #panthers to be preserved from development but used as cattle ranch http://t.co/JwpkvVX1

GOP convention ends contract w Web consultant tied to Jeremiah Wright ad proposal

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, Tampa Bay Times @amy_hollyfield
GOP convention ends contract w Web consultant tied to Jeremiah Wright ad proposal http://t.co/HPm9NoxC