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Big Votes Decided at Tonight's Commission Meeting (in Tarpon Springs Patch)

Transforming city's former nursing home into an Alzheimer's facility, adopting of a whistle blowers policy, and consideration of a floating dock at Craig Park among hot topics discussed.

Tarpon's reputation as an artistic and cultural mecca should be protected (in Tarpon Springs Patch)

The newly formed Kathleen Monahan Foundation's mission is to supplement drastic cuts in funding for the city's performing arts and cultural programs.

Downtown Revitalization Depends on Attracting Eateries (in Tarpon Springs Patch)

Attracting eateries to Tarpon Avenue will create foot traffic but also cost money, which will pay off in the long run.

Buying a pet turtle is no way to come out of your shell (in Tarpon Springs Patch)

The Food and Drug Administration warns people about an increasing risk of salmonella infections from pet turtles and other critters.

Wake Zone Along Anclote River Scuttled by State Officials (in Tarpon Springs Patch)

During the Tuesday, Sept. 5 Tarpon Springs Commission meeting, local officials will learn their hopes for a slow speed zone on the Anclote River has been dashed by a state agency.

Trying For Olympic Gold Dining, This Coming Week (in Tarpon Springs Patch)

Tarpon Springs Labor Day weekend's festivities presents the perfect excuse to revisit some delicious Greek dishes, with Olympic style dining.

What's in a name of a tropical storm? (in Tarpon Springs Patch)

Some say it's shear luck and others St. Nicholas who has protected Tarpon from a direct hit by a hurricane since 1920.

What do Darwin Australia, Kalymnonos and Tarpon have in common? (in Tarpon Springs Patch)

Tarpon Springs should consider Darwin Australia's request to be a Sister City.

Great to see Tarpon Patch has taken root! (in Tarpon Springs Patch)

Some business savvy entrepreneur can successfully operate a coffee house on Tarpon Avenue.