Parents’ rights bill continues through Legislature
The Florida Senate is considering a bill that will allow parents to pull their children out of class if they don’t agree with the subject matter being taught.
Senate Bill 1634 is brewing controversy as critics express their concerns it will shelter children from important information. If parents choose, they can keep their child from learning about LGBTQ individuals, the Holocaust or any other history lesson on subjects with which they might disagree with some viewpoints.
Supporters argue the bill will reinforce rights parents already have. They believe parents are responsible for the education of their children.
The bill would also bar healthcare professionals from giving minors medical services without parental consent. That provision does not apply to minors getting abortions without consent, which is covered by another law before the Legislature.
The bill is scheduled to go before its final committee tomorrow.
Pasco County schools introduce a new Epipen program
Pasco County Schools are now equipped with life-saving Epipens.
The Florida Department of Health – Pasco County partnered with schools in the area to implement an Epipen in Schools Program. Each campus has appointed at least three staff members who will receive training on response methods. This will prepare them on how to safely react when encountering students or adults having an allergic reaction.
Since the program launched on Valentines Day, officials say an Epipen was already used on a student with a peanut allergy at Land O’ Lakes High School.
20 dogs are rescued from gruesome home conditions
Ten puppies are hoping to find a new family in Tampa after they were saved from a home in Louisiana where they were found in horrible conditions, some with heartworms and crammed into cages.
On Monday, a total of 20 dogs were put up for adoption after detectives received tips of animal cruelty in Duston, Louisiana.
The canines rescued at the residence of Pam Galjour, 59, were without food and water. Some of them were lying dead, unattended. Police have reported they were among 50 dogs found in overcrowded cages.
Galjour was arrested and charged with animal cruelty, and she faces additional charges accusing her of holding her 91-year-old husband against his will.
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay has been working to treat all 20 sick puppies, and 10 had already been adopted by Tuesday.
Colorful crosswalks are painted to keep students safe
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor wants to keep kids safe on crosswalks, so on Tuesday she unveiled the second colorful crosswalk in the city.
Outside of the Carter G. Woodson Leadership Academy is an eye-catching crosswalk painted with titles of the student’s favorite books.
As Tampa is one of the most dangerous places for pedestrians, and the mayor hopes the bright colors will lead to fewer crashes.
Amalie Arena drops prices on concessions, revamps their dining brand
Concession prices at Amalie Arena have been reduced by an average of 15% as a part of their dining re-vamp.
Along with dropping prices, the Lightning and Amalie Arena have just introduced their reimagined culinary brand, Cur(ate) TPA. Cur(ate) TPA will bring fans and guests the best local, fresh food and beverage selections. The Arena will also be adding greater restaurant options.
These changes were prompted by results from a fan survey.
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