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Rumors About The Blogmeister
2008-01-04 21:41:00 I heard there were rumors floating around about David Scott Banghart's new life in Lutz, so I thought why not give you an update from someone close to the source. The rumor about Scott now being president of our neighborhood board is true. And yes, that happened at the first meeting he attended. How does a person manage this, you may ask. First you have to find out when these semi-secret meetings take place, which took some doing. Then, you show up, sit down and try to figure out what's being discussed and how the heck a taxing district operates. Finally, as the meeting winds up, the long time president resigns and amid body squirming and total silence, you volunteer to take his place. Where did Scott get the audacity to take on such a challenge? Why, from the feisty neighborhood of Seminole Heights! He was a baby activist when we moved to Southeast Seminole Heights in 2000. He considers his seven years there a training camp for community activism.The weekend after his new role as... More About: Rumors
Get Your Event Published in New Heights
2008-01-02 05:24:00 Please send us ASAP news about any event in your UC* neighborhood that will take place between Jan. 21 and April 30, 2008.Those relevant and received by Jan. 7 will run in the first issue of New Heights Magazine, which is due out the week of Jan. 21.To be included, email the event's name, location, date(s) and hour(s), admission charge - and any other info you see fit - to editor@newheightsmag.com.*Remember, the UC means Urban Corrdior and includes Seminole Heights, Tampa Heights, Riverside Heights, downtown Tampa, Ybor City, West Tampa and surrouding areas.Thanks,Jay M., editorNew Heights More About: Event , Published
Found a very nice dog
2008-01-01 18:30:00 From neighbor Mike Handley ...We found a Pit Mix dog. He's just over a year old probably and neutered.He has been seen by folks all around South Seminole Heights (bakery, park, Frierson, Crest, Giddens) today (12/30).No collar but recent signs of one. He is well fed and healthy.Very sweet, friendly to dogs, cats and people.We can't keep him. We already have 2 dogs, a cat, a rabbit and a lizard.So we are looking for:#1 his owner#2 a good home Contact Mike: Mike@mhandley.com More About: Nice
The Rest of the Story ...
2007-12-27 15:38:00 This is the full story from the entry below. Unfortunately, this is the only was I can post it without retyping it (as I do not have a subscription to the publication either). More About: Story , Rest , The Story
City tests new zoning in Seminole Heights
2007-12-26 16:44:00 TAMPA -- Elizabeth Graham, incoming president of the Business Guild of Seminole Heights , recalled that when she decided to open Forever Beautiful, a day spa and salon at 5135 N. Florida Ave., "my vision was to have a cute, quaint business district where you are supported and loved by your community."So far, it's been a mixed bag.New businesses in the three neighborhoods that comprise Seminole Heights -- Old Seminole Heights, South Seminole Heights and Southeast Seminole Heights -- tend to be cherished by the residents. But onerous building regulations and speeding cars have made it difficult to develop the kind of business district Graham envisions.That might be changing as the city of Tampa tests out a new type of zoning, called form-based code, that relies on neighborhood input for decision making. Starting next year, the city will hold a series of meetings in Seminole Heights, asking, "What do you want your community to look like," said Cynthia Miller, director of growth managem... More About: City , Tests
Lost Dog - Pit Puppy
2007-12-21 22:20:00 From friends/S.H. neighbors:Jay, as we told you yesterday, we found a black pit/lab mix in the lot next to Cappy's pizza. I fed it and gave it water and some flea medicine, but unfortunately had to call Hillsborough Animal Services. The dog got picked up today and I am broken hearted.He is a pit, but a puppy and absolutely adorable. He was wearing a collar, with no tag. He is attentive, inquisitive and ready to give unconditional love. If anyone needs a really sweet dog, there is one at the Falkenberg Rd Animal Services.If you have space, please give this little guy a chance. He has the makings of a great companion. Thanks,Amy and Charles Haynie813-231-4200 More About: Lost , Puppy
S.H.'s Santa Clark
2007-12-21 14:49:00 Milam Clar k dresses as Santa between 6:30 and 10:30 p.m. outside his house at 6912 N Central Ave. Clark will play Santa through Dec. 24, but the lights and yard display will be up until New Year's Day.http://www.sptimes.com/2007/12/21/Nor thoftampa/_Santa_Clark__puts_on.shtmlPS - Yeah, I saw that too. Not sure why they posted us in the "North of Tampa" section of the publication.
Save your holiday meal
2007-12-19 01:24:00 Cooks & Company is offering holiday cooking classes in the Heights.Perfect Pie Cooking ClassCooks & Co will be taking reservations for the Perfect Pie Cooking Class. Students will be taught how to make 3 perfect Holiday Pies, a Caramel Apple Streusel Pie, a Chocolate Mousse Pie, and a Turtle Pecan Pie. Students will learn the techniques Pastry Chefs have known for years. By the end of the class, you will have the skills not only to re-create these original Pie recipes, but to also design your own original recipes. Perfect Pie Cooking Class Thursday 12/206PM-9PM$45 per student, minimum 5 students requiredClass held in Chef Greg?s kitchen. Call to book your spot, spaces are limited. 813-500-3205The 2 Hour Christmas Dinner Cooking ClassCooks & Co will be taking reservations for the 2 Hour Christmas Dinner Cooking Class. Executive Chef Greg will teach students how to make the perfect Christmas dinner in only 2 hours! The menu will include Bourbon and Honey Glazed Ham, White Truffle Ma... More About: Save , Meal
Building Makeover
2007-12-17 18:45:00 I'm trying not to get my hopes up too high, but as I see more of this building's original structure (as it goes through renovations), I'm starting to get a bit excited.Seems this building, which sits on the NW corner of MLK and Florida Ave., is actually a brick building with huge functional and/or decorative archs built into its exterior walls.I have no idea what this place use to look like or be, but I can certainly imagine how it could look and add to the historic feel of the community.It may be hard to see (due to poor quality of camera phone), but perhaps you can visualize it too in this pic. More About: Building , Makeover
another found dog
2007-12-15 22:14:00 This dog was wandering around near Fern and Central this morning. Neighbors say they've never seen her. Looks like an Akita to me. She's sweet, completely filthy, and looks like she recently had a litter. No tag of course. She's in my backyard at the moment but can't stay there.Any help please call: 813-810-2656
Pet Sitting for the Holidays
2007-12-12 20:40:00 An email from a Neighborhood Business:Christmas is almost here are you ready!!!We are Insured, Bonded, Pet Cpr & Lic and we live in Seminole Heights!813-932-5075 * 813-900-7085 More About: Holidays , The Holidays
Steve Gluckman - Rest In Peace
2007-12-12 19:20:00 Steve Gluckman passed away last night - doing what he did best- being involved. While he was at the the Old Seminole Heights annual dessert event at one of the Old Seminole Heights beautiful bungalows, he apparently had a heart attack. Steve was a longtime fixture in Old Seminole Heights and active in Old Seminole Heights Neighborhood Association for many years. I can't remember how I met Steve but as he was involved in many activities, there were many opportunities. He was involved in the Friends of the Seminole Heights Library books sale every year, had a database of Burgert Brothers photos of Seminole Heights he was categorizing, he organized the art event at the OSHA Home Tour. He was one of the earliest Old Seminole Heights members to start attending the porch parties in SE Seminole Heights. While googling him I discovered this summer he was directing a USF applied anthropology graduate student research project in Old Seminole Heights. Steve was actually Dr. Steve Gl... More About: Peace , Steve , Rest In Peace , Rest
Taco Bus for Sale?! Aye Carumba!
2007-12-12 15:33:00 List Price: $225,000Property Description: This is the place to come for home cooked Real Mexican Food. From Tacos to Buritos to the best refried beans and rice you' ve ever had. During this rare opportunity to own one of the best Mexican Restaurants in Tampa, the Owners are willing to sell/share their original recipes (which, by the way, keep their customers coming back again and again!), the equipment, the good name of the business, a long term lease on the both buildings, and the opportunity to purchase the 17,250 sq ft of land and both buildings measuring 3,659 sq ft in the future!This subject features 150 SF of Excellent road frontage. Situated directly on Hillsborough Avenue, close to Nebraska, It' s a one-of- a- kind Ownership is Continuously Busy and Offers Customers the best of Mexican Food in the Area. This is a Turn-Key Operation.Owner is Willing to Teach New Owners the Secret Recipes and How to Run the Business. This sale is VERY Confidential, So Please Do Not Disturb t... More About: For Sale , Sale
BISTRO IN THE HEIGHTS
2007-12-12 15:22:00 From Jeff Houck of The Tampa Tribune:I keep hearing good things from readers and friends about Bungalow Bistro in Seminole Heights. The restaurant, at 5137 N. Florida Ave., serves lunch and dinner in a restored building with outdoor balcony seating. The original structure was a garage apartment that was saved from demolition and moved to Florida Avenue before Hillsborough Avenue was widened in 2000.The menu features seasonal gourmet items such as the Bungalow Bistro Salad, panini sandwiches and desserts. For information, call (813) 237-2000 or go to www.bunglaowbistrotampa.com.
Strays Love Me
2007-12-12 14:47:00 I have a quality about me that is magnetic to strays. I have a house full of them. In fact, I'm at critical mass in the taking in stray animals department. But the strays don't know that. The stray du jour is Akasha. She's taken up residence on my porch and has clearly been somebody's indoor cat, as I have to fight with her to keep her f rom running into my house, despite 3 othe r cats and 2 large dogs waiting at the do or for her. She's also quite vocal about her opinions and wants and isa charmer.I just don't have the where with all to take on a 6th animal at this point. If anyone can help this little girl out, please let me know. More About: Love , Strays
Support the Heights, Earn Cash
2007-12-10 14:00:00 New Heights Magazine is set to profile our neighborhoods in the positive manner they deserve. All stories are being written by residents to inform tourists, as well as residents of other areas (i.e., New Tampa, Westchase, Hyde Park, etc.) about the great people, places and events that make Seminole Heights, Tampa Heights, downtown Tampa and Ybor City great places to visit and spend their time and money.The magazine will also serve as a catalyst to bring the people of our local neighborhoods together and to remind them that there are great businesses and sites to visit nearby ? which means there?s no reason to drive far for goods, services and things to see/do.Support ing New Heights is supporting your neighborhood. Contact us today about our Ad Commission Program and we?ll set you up (as an authorized representative) to receive a commission from every ad you refer that sells.Advertising from within and from outside our core neighborhoods (i.e., other areas investing in our communit... More About: Earn , Cash
Yummmmm. Bread.
2007-12-07 14:53:00 My first Seminole Heights home was located behind this place on Crest. The smell of fresh baked bread filled the air on a daily basis ... it was one of those little moments that helped make the day a good one.Seminole Heights, Florida - The smells and sounds of pounding, kneading, and working dough, filters out from this bakery on Florida Avenue."You stop the bread keeps going you can't tell the yeast to stop growing," says Luis Valdez who has been working at Mauricio's Faedo's Bakery for 17 years.He and a crew work the late nights, kneading out a batch of Cuban rolls with the precision of a pit crew. In a six-hour shift, the team will bake 5,000 loaves of Cuban bread, garlic rolls and other bread. In a day, the shop will produce an average of 5,000."It's 24 hours, it starts in the morning and goes all the way into the night, everybody gets bread all through the daytime, different sandwich shops," says Mauricio Faedo who has owned and operated the bakery for twenty four years.... More About: Bread
2nd Anual BGoSH Beautification Nominations
2007-12-07 11:34:00 The winners of the First Annual Business Guild ofSeminole Heights (BGoSH) Beautification Award wereCappy?s Pizza (Judges Award) and The Heights Group(People?s Choice Award). Nominations for the Second Annual 2007-2008 BGoSHBeautification Award are open to the public and willend on Monday, December 31, 2007. Winners of theaward in 2006 may not be nominated in this year?sprogram. The new Beautification Award winner will beannounced during a special ceremony at BGoSH?s nextGeneral Meeting to be held on February 14, 2008. You can nominate any business located in SeminoleHeights that you believe has made great efforts inimproving the overall appearance of their business bygoing to the BGoSH website at www.bgosh.org or byvisiting Sherry's Yesterdaze Vintage Clothing andAntiques, 5207 N. Florida Ave. (813) 231-2020 or TampaAntiquarian Books, 6116 N. Central Ave. (813) 234-0100to fill out a nomination form.Our panel of judges include Mona Roberson of AtelierGroup, Inc. a interior design...
Yikes! Alert! Murder in the neighborhood.
2007-12-05 15:14:00 This news broke at 6am today, and is about S.H. (I am unable to confirm if it's the news' definition of the neighborhood boundaries or the real definition). In any case, be careful ... who knows where this suspect is hiding?:TAMPA ? Police in Tampa are investigating what they're calling a possible homicide after a woman was found dead in front of a home. They say it happened on Tuesday night around 7:00 p.m. at a home on West Flora Street in Seminole Heights. That's near Sligh and Florida Avenues. According to investigators, the woman was shot several times in her home. They didn?t release many other details, but they did say that the woman was estranged from her husband, who hasn't been found yet. Police believe the couple has children, but they don't think the kids were home at the time of the shooting. More About: Murder , Alert , Neighborhood
MAKE EXTRA MONEY WORKING PART TIME IN THE HOOD ! ! ! ! ! ! !
2007-12-03 11:44:00 Weekends at Merinos Deli is getting very busy!We are preparing to open Sundays in January and were seeking weekend sandwich makers/deli help.The hours are from 11:30 till 4:30 on Saturday and Sunday.Experience is helpful, but not necessary.All you need is a good attitude, treat customers and fellow workers the way you like to be treated.Its a great part-time job and "WE FEED YOU FOR FREE"!Call Mike Merino @ 813-431-5730 or e-mail merinos_deli@yahoo More About: Money , Time , Hood , Part , Make
Area Business Directory: List your Business FREE
2007-11-29 17:53:00 New Heights Magazine is listing businesses free of charge in its Local Business Directory section. This directory will be included in the hardcopy and online versions of the magazine, which will have a Tampa-wide circulation of 15,000+ per issue.To qualify for your no-cost listing, your business must be in either the 33602, 33603, 33604 or 33605 zip code.For more information, visit the magazine's blog at: http://newheightsmag.blogspot.com/ More About: Free , List , Area
Call for Articles: New Heights Magazine - Jan/Feb?08 Issue
2007-11-27 19:34:00 New Heights, the official magazine of Tampa?s Urban Corridor (UC), is requesting articles for key sections of its inaugural Jan-Feb 2008 issue. Articles must be prudent to residents and business owners within the UC (defined below), while written broad enough to appeal to all of Tampa. Extra editorial placement consideration will be given to articles with two or more direct quotes from residents/business owners within the areas that the magazine highlights.Authors must submit their articles to Jay McGee at editor@NewHeightsMag.com by 5pm on Dec. 7, 2007 for consideration. Articles chosen, as well as their accompanying images, will be published in the hardcopy and online versions of New Heights, along with appropriate author/artist credits. (There are no stipends available at this time.)For more information, contact Jay McGee via phone, (813) 389-8116. or email, editor@NewHeightsMag.com or visit the magazine's blog: http://newheightsmag.blogspot.com/ More About: Magazine , Call , Issue
River Parade
2007-11-26 12:37:00 All boaters with kayaks, canoes and traditional motor craft are invited to join the 7th Annual Hillsborough River Holiday Boat Parade , Saturday December 8, sponsored by Friends of the River. Boaters meet at the Lowry Park ramp at 5:30 p.m. and travel upriver from 6-8 p.m. past the illuminated Sulphur Springs Tower to the Harbor Club on the river at Nebraska Ave. Incoming tides will be favorable that evening for this trip. Free entry. Spectators can gather to view the parade at the riverfront park by the Sulphur Springs City Pool and historic Gazebo, where they’ll find plenty of parking and room for viewing. This is the boat parade for the rest of us here in Seminole Heights – yacht ownership NOT required. Decorate whatever you have that floats and join the fun! This year’s parade’s theme is A New Day in Tampa Bay, celebrating the coming rebirth of the Lower Hillsborough River. New Year’s Day 2008 fresh water starts flowing down the river every day from now on, something ou...
Very cute Chihuahua Mix
2007-11-25 21:46:00 How cute is this. "Found very young male chihuahua mix Sunday 11/25 @ 2:00 p.m. between Sherry's Yesterdaze and Bungalow Bistro, on Florida Ave. Contact Rick at 758-7247" More About: Cute , Chihuahua
Holiday Boat Parade
2007-11-25 02:19:00 Holiday Boat Parade ! Saturday, December 8 Starting at 6:00 p.m.Holiday Lights on Decorated Boats, Canoes & KayaksPARTICIPATE: Bring your decorated boat, canoe or kayak & join the fun. Anything that floats! Boaters meet at 5.30 pm at Lowry Park Boat Ramp ? Free ParkingBOAT ROUTE: From Lowry Park, upriver past illuminated SULPHUR SPRINGS TOWER at Florida Ave. Bridge, ending at historic Harbor Club at Nebraska Avenue.SPECTATORS: Enjoy the parade of lights over the water between 6 pm - 8 pm from your dock or at the riverfront park by the Sulphur Springs City Pool and historic Gazebo ? plenty of parking and room for viewing.Spectators Welcome; Boaters Needed!FOR MORE INFORMATION:Friends of the River: 813-237-8497 or email: friendsofriver@tampabay.rr.com More About: Holiday
Dinner is served
2007-11-23 12:29:00 Hello Everyone!We have some exciting news to spread. The Bungalow Bistro will soon be open for DINNER! Beginning next Friday, you will be able to enjoy our gourmet delights from day into night. Beginning on 11/23/07: The new hours will be from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday (with our lunch menu from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and our dinner menu from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.). In addition, due to popular demand, we have made our 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday Brunch a permanent part of the weekly schedule! You can keep up-to-date by visiting our Bungalow Bistro Web Site, but you will want to check back often as we continue updating the menu and imagery. Most importantly, please note that we are currently accepting reservations for your holiday parties, call (813) 237-2000 to make your arrangements. We truly look forward to enticing you with a daily special or one of our signature dishes. Bon Appetite!Elizabeth Bungalow Bistro of Seminole Heights5137 N. Florida Ave.Tampa , FL 33603E... More About: Dinner , Serve
High Time for Hi-Tide
2007-11-21 15:09:00 Actually, I kind of like this place. Having lived in Pasco when I was growing up, I grew an appreciation for greasy dives. But anyhow, it looks like its time has come on gone.On other note, this SEEMS VERY AFFORDABLE to me, but who knows the condition it's actually in.Property Use Type: Vacant/Owner-UserPrimary Type: RetailRestaurantBuilding Size: 1,890 SFLot Size: 12,200 SFPrice: $379,000Price/SF: $200.53Date Last Verified: 11/19/2007Property Description: 2000 sq ft building currently operating as Fast Food Seafood Restaurant. 73 seats and 33 parking spaces, on corner lot that has easy access from busy Hillsborough Ave or the side street. One block east of I-275. Previousoly had 2 COP License. Seller is leaving equipment. Buyer can use name or put in their own concept. Owner is selling building only, as is with right to inspect. Seller will leave equipment but will not show books, records for business.Location Description:Corner lot on Hillsborough 1 block east of I-275 More About: Time , High , Tide
Missing Moe
2007-11-19 01:17:00 A few weeks back I was quite excited about the changes at 3 Coins. The new owner (at that time) was Moe and he was making great changes. The eatery had a whole new ambitious attitude. The menu was great. The service improved dramatically. I hoped it would succeed at a dressed up 24-7 diner. I went there so often I joked it had become my second kitchen. The night of the Florida Orchestra concert at Tower Park we took my neighbor Terry there. That was the last night that I would see Moe working his ambitious project. As I spoke with him he introduced us to some restaurant owners who were in town. I thought nothing of it.The following week, I discovered that he had sold the restaurant to the folks I had met the week before. That was after a disasterous start to our visit. It went downhill from there. If there was a corner to be cut it seemed to be the path taken. The waitress was new with an attitude that was more at home in the old 3 Coins, not the one I had gotten use to... More About: Missing , Missi
OMG WILL IT EVER STOP?????
More articles from this author:2007-11-14 20:14:00 County Commissioner Facing Sex Discrimination ClaimWednesday, November 14, 2007A former aide to Hillsborough County Commissioner Kevin White has filed a claim saying he made repeated sexual advances towards her. Watch the story. TAMPA (Bay News 9) -- A sexual discrimination claim has been filed against Hillsborough County Commissioner Kevin White.A former aide to White, Alyssa Ogden, filed the claim Tuesday with the Equal Opportunity Office in Tampa. Ogden, 23, worked for White for seven months and said she was fired last week for refusing his sexual advances.Ogden said the advances began immediately after she was hired. She added that White even promised her career success if she would relent to his requests.White told Bay News 9's partner newspaper, The St. Petersburg Times, that the reason for Ogden's firing was well documented. He said he would not comment further until he consults with Hillsborough County attorney Renee Lee. More About: Stop 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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