Former Tampa mayor announces bid for reelection at university event

  • By Laura Lyon
  • | 3:55 p.m. April 24, 2025
Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn told students at St. Leo's University Thursday that he is running for mayor — again.
Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn told students at St. Leo's University Thursday that he is running for mayor — again.
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After serving as the 58th mayor of Tampa from 2011-2019, Bob Buckhorn announced Thursday his intention to run for reelection when Jane Castor’s term-limited position is up in 2027. 

 

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