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The Horton Family Foundation, led by Oscar and Miriam Horton, has pledged $1 million to support the University of South Florida’s on-campus stadium, set to break ground Nov. 8. “We deeply appreciate Oscar and Miriam’s investment in our new stadium, which demonstrates their confidence in the vital role the project will play in the University … Read more
In an announcement made at the celebration of life for Amir Abdur-Rahim, the University of South Florida Athletics revealed a series of tributes to honor the coach, who passed away unexpectedly. A central tribute will be a permanent installation at the Yuengling Center, the Bulls’ home arena, where fans, students and athletes can gather to … Read more
In the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, one local business is determined to provide more than just a place to work—it aims to offer a sanctuary. The Spiral Staircase, located in downtown Tampa and founded by Christina McCue Hoek, is a community-focused space designed to empower women at all stages of life. After the … Read more
Parc Center for Disabilities, in St. Petersburg, has named Marion White as chief operations officer and Pam Peters as assistant vice president of human resources. White, who has been with Parc for more than three years, will focus on communication, operational excellence and resource management, to enhance the organization’s programs and services. Peters brings 25 … Read more
In response to the damage caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Achieva Credit Union has rolled out two relief programs to assist affected employees and educators. The first initiative is a Hurricane Relief Fund for Achieva employees who experienced significant losses. Donations are being accepted from employees and members, with the Achieva Foundation matching contributions … Read more
Karen Holbrook, regional chancellor of the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee campus, will retire at the end of the year, concluding a six-year tenure. Appointed in 2018, Holbrook led the Sarasota-Manatee campus through several major changes including its transformation into a residential campus, with this fall’s opening of the Student Center and Atala Residence Hall. … Read more
Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Warrick Dunn surprised three single mothers with fully furnished homes and down-payment assistance on Tuesday, Oct. 29, through Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside. Each family will receive $5,000 in down-payment aid and $10,000 worth of furnishings, thanks to Warrick Dunn Charities and Aaron’s. The effort, part of WDC’s … Read more
USF also receives $1.5 million gift from alum
The Tampa Bay Rays and The Laundry Project are providing free laundry services to local families today, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., at A & W Laundromat, in St. Petersburg. Volunteers, including members of the Rays organization, will be on-site to supply detergent, fabric softener and other essentials. The event is part of an … Read more
A Kid’s Place of Tampa Bay, a nonprofit residential foster care provider, announced the public phase of its $8 million “Building a Brighter Future” capital campaign. The funds will be used to acquire property and build a 12,000-square-foot activity center on its Brandon campus, as well as renovate a home for extended foster care housing. … Read more
