When the going gets tough, the tough get going. And our Tampa Electric crews are the perfect example. When Hurricane Ida hit Louisiana, more than 225 Tampa Electric team members and contractors got going. They loaded up and headed out at dawn to bring power – and hope – to areas hit by the monster Category 4 storm. As a member of the Southeastern Electric Exchange, a network of utilities that come together to…
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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Cybersecurity Awareness Month, held every October, is a collaborative effort between government and industry to ensure everyone in the country has the resources they need to be safer and more secure online. Do Your Part. #BECYBERSMART. Stay alert. Scammers know just when to strike. Scammers never stop and are always looking for new ways to take advantage of those who let their guard down. The latest tactic – scammers are…
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What is National Hispanic Heritage Month?
Wednesday, Sept. 15, kicks off a national celebration to honor the history, culture, and influence of past generations from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central/South America. This observance started in 1968 as a one-week celebration called Hispanic Heritage Week. Years later, on Aug. 17, 1988, the observance officially changed to National Hispanic Heritage Month, a 30-day period from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. The celebration starts mid-month because Sept. 15 marks the independence anniversary of five countries: Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Honduras, and Guatemala. It is followed by Mexico’s…
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Reflecting on Patriot Day
We will never forget. This is a vow often stated in reference to September 11th – a day that forever changed our country. This Saturday is Patriot Day, marking the 20th anniversary of the deadliest terrorist attack in the history of the United States. On Saturday, we remember and honor the heroes we lost that day 20 years ago on September 11, 2001. Many of you may remember what you were doing on September 11, 2001. It’s hard to forget the day a group of terrorists hijacked four planes to…
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Back to school sales tax holiday and savings tips
Another school year is about to get underway and that means it’s time to stock up on pencils, pens, erasers, crayons, backpacks, calculators, clothing and so much more. To help pay for these items, the state of Florida is rolling out its ever popular “back to school sales tax holiday” from July 31 through August 9. Visit the Florida Department of Revenue site for all the details. Ten quick tips…
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