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Tampa Bay graduation rates jump as Florida rates hit new high

Florida’s statewide high school graduation rates increased in 2024, as did the rates for districts in the Tampa Bay area, continuing longstanding trends. The statewide rate, 89.7%, marked a new record high,

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What's in and out for Tampa Bay and Florida in '25

The legal back-and-forth between the Seminole Tribe of Florida and West Flagler Associates ended in October, so it seems online sports betting is here to stay. Just don't trust EA Sports' College Football 25 to guide your bets.

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Florida graduation rate hits record-high, rebounds from post-pandemic dip, state says

Florida’s high school graduation rate hit a record high last year, with nearly 90% of the class of 2024 earning a diploma, the Florida Department of Education announced late Thursday, though the statistic comes with an asterisk.

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Florida’s 2023-2024 graduation rate of 89.7% breaks state record

Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida’s high school graduation rate rose to 89.7% during the 2023-2024 school year, an increase of 1.7 percentage points over last year, exceeding the pre-pandemic rate of 86.

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Who’s running for Florida governor? How the 2026 field is shaping up.

Last year, Moskowitz said he was looking into a run for governor in 2026. Among the reasons he said he’d be a fit: He’s shown ...

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Human trafficking survivor shares her story, raises awareness about human trafficking in Tampa Bay

A Human trafficking survivor turned mentor is sharing her story and raising awareness about human trafficking in Tampa Bay.

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New Food at 2025 Florida State Fair: Wild eats you can’t miss

The Florida State Fair, a cherished tradition in Tampa Bay, is turning up the flavor for 2025! From February 6 to 17, foodies, thrill-seekers, and music lovers will ...

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Rain, more chilly weather on the way to Florida after brief warmup Friday. Here's what to know

Temperatures are warming up Friday after another chilly start in the Tampa Bay area, but mild conditions won't last long as ...

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Florida Panthers Receive Huge News on Relocation Plans

The facelift will include a new scoreboard that will be installed in time for 2025-26. Team president Matt Caldwell stated ...

SouthState Bank completes $2 billion acquisition, becomes Florida's largest bank

The Winter Haven regional bank, now the largest bank headquartered in Florida, was one of only four banks to announce billion ...

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Macy's closing dozens of locations — including 2 in the Tampa Bay area

The company said the closures are part of its Bold New Chapter strategy, which is "designed to return the company to sustainable, profitable sales growth." ...