Parades today in Tampa, St. Petersburg for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
TBO.com staff Published: January 18, 2016 Updated: January 18, 2016 at 12:31 PM Parades are taking place in Tampa and St. Petersburg for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The 27th annual community parade in Tampa is being held from noon-3 p.m. at Cuscaden Park in Ybor City. The event includes floats, cars, trucks, walking units, and bands from as far away as Jamaica. Starts at the park and ends at Middleton High School. In St. Petersburg, the parade began at 11 a.m. at Third Ave. S. and Marti..>> view original$ 1 million cash infusion may offer hope for south St. Pete
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After a weekend of severe weather and two confirmed tornadoes, chilly temperatures have crept into Tampa Bay. WTSP 10Weather meteorologist Bobby Deskins said in a Monday morning report that temperatures ranged from the low to upper 40s. Though the air will be cooler— with clear skies and light winds— the sun will shine throughout Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations. Deskins said Monday night will be cooler, with lows in the mid 30s and low 40s, with an even colder night coming on Tuesday. ..>> view original
Monday, January 18, 2016
Parades today in Tampa, St. Petersburg for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and other top stories.
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