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Philip Morgan

Philip Morgan

Philip Morgan is a freelance writer living in St. Petersburg. He is an award-winning reporter who has covered news in the Tampa Bay area for more than 50 years. Phil grew up in Miami and graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in journalism. He joined the Lakeland Ledger, where he covered police and city government. He spent 36 years as a reporter for the former Tampa Tribune. During his time at the Tribune, he covered welfare and courts and did investigative reporting before spending 30 years as a feature writer. He worked as a reporter for the Tampa Bay Times for 12 years. He loves writing stories about interesting people, places and issues.
 

Philip Morgan's Latest Articles

Affirming Fatherhood Conference offers insights into challenges facing today’s families

REACHUP says it wants to let fathers know that when they’re engaged, the outcomes in their families are much better.

Comprehensive approach to improving early literacy producing results

Thrive by Five is a collaborative effort to reach families and children and improve school readiness. The goal is to have 65 percent of children ready for kindergarten by 2030.

Safe & Sound Hillsborough launches positive alternative to teen takeovers

The #SafeSummerSeries is funded by the Children's Board of Hillsborough County and the Hillsborough County Commission

Summer water safety in Tampa Bay area

Several water safety programs for kids are active in Hillsborough County.

Children’s Board funding expands summer camp access in Hillsborough County

The Children's Board of Hillsborough County funds program enhancements and additional student slots to expand summer camp access.

Rock on! History Center extends popular guitar exhibit

“America at the Crossroads: The GUITAR and a Changing Nation” is at the Tampa Bay History Center through August 23.

Clearwater Main Library expands popular rooftop event series

Clearwater Main Library adds monthly rooftop events until popular Sunset on the Roof returns.

Child Abuse Prevention Month spotlights year-round efforts to support parents, protect children

Bay Area hospital systems, community nonprofits have array of research-backed programs and resources to prevent child abuse.

History Center Duckwall Lecture celebrates Ybor’s 140th with Gary Mormino

Tampa Bay History Center Duckwall Lecture features historian, author Gary Mormino for Ybor City's 140th anniversary.

Children’s Board launches nonprofit job fair

Children's Board of Hillsborough County job fair helps nonprofit partners fill positions.

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