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Will Newton, Lisa Wheeler-Brown square off at St. Pete Democrat meeting

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Two St. Pete City Council candidates fielded questions from St. Pete Democrats during the group’s monthly meeting Wednesday night. Will Newton and Lisa Wheeler-Brown touched on several issues that have long been discussed on the campaign trail, including the newly created Southside Community Redevelopment Area and the fate of the Tampa Bay Rays. What emerged as new during the casual Q&A were the candidate’s individual styles of formulating messages. Wheeler-Brown maintained a positive tone throughout questioning. When asked about her…

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Wengay Newton endorses his brother, Will Newton, for City Council

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City Council member Wengay Newton has officially endorsed his brother, Winthrop “Will” Newton, to succeed him on the dais. “He’s the real deal, and I’d be grateful if you would give him your VOTE,” Wengay Newton wrote on his Facebook page. “Will has worked with city and county officials for years, and lobbied the Legislature too. He knows government better than any other candidate.” Because the two are brothers, it comes as little surprise that Newton would endorse his brother.…

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Pinellas Realtors group backs Will Newton for City Council

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The Pinellas Realtor Organization is throwing its weight behind St. Pete City Council candidate Will Newton. “The member-only candidate screening committee reviewed questionnaires and interviewed candidates.  There are thoughtful, qualified candidates running, but one stood out for his overall commitment to community, understanding of economic issues, and advocacy for property rights,” the group wrote in a statement. PRO represents more than 6,500 members including Realtors and others in the industry. The group is one of Tampa Bay’s largest professional trade…

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Suncoast PBA endorses Will Newton for City Council

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The Suncoast Police Benevolent Association has endorsed Will Newton for St. Pete City Council District 7. “The Suncoast Police Benevolent Association strongly endorses Will Newton,” said PBA President George Lofton. “We know that he will work tirelessly to make our city a better, safer place.” Newton is running for the City Council seat that encompasses some of the city’s poorest neighborhoods, including Midtown and Child’s Park, where relationships between residents and police have been strained for years. “I am honored…

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Lisa Wheeler-Brown raised more money, but Will Newton has more in the bank

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St. Pete City Council candidate Will Newton has surged ahead of the pack with cash on hand numbers based on the most recent campaign finance reports filed with the city. Between July 1 and July 19 Newton raised nearly $11,000, bringing his total contributions to date to more than $13,000. Those numbers aren’t quite as impressive when compared to Lisa Wheeler-Brown’s total contributions, which are more than $25,000. However, Wheeler-Brown has spent all but about $500 of her campaign cash.…

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Tampa Tribune endorses Lisa Wheeler-Brown for St. Pete City Council

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The Tampa Tribune has endorsed Lisa Wheeler-Brown for St. Pete City Council District 7. The Trib’s endorsement stakes its decision on just one key issue facing St. Pete – the Tampa Bay Rays. The paper looks at the two most competitive candidates who are also the two most widely considered viable. That includes Will Newton. Each are on opposite sides of the Rays debate. Wheeler-Brown supports Mayor Rick Kriseman’s Memorandum of Understanding with the Major League Baseball team to allow…

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Steve Kornell endorses Will Newton for City Council District 7

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City Councilmember Steve Kornell has endorsed Will Newton for the District 7 race to replace term-limited council member Wengay Newton. “For nearly two decades, I’ve seen firsthand the character and work ethic of Will Newton. Long before either of us were running for office, we were working together to make the Childs Park neighborhood a better place for the families that live there,” said Kornell. “I strongly endorse his candidacy and urge everyone to support him.” This is Newton’s first…

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