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The interior of Ash features a bright bar and seating area. The dark interior of Alter Ego with red neon lights. A collection of gray furniture and decor.
Business
3 new dining + shopping spots in Water Street Tampa
Three new businesses opened their doors in April — and there’s more on the way.
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Development
New plans unveiled for Central Park St. Pete
The food hall is set to open later this year.
May 9, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Mayor Jane Castor speaks at a podium. A screen is next to her, with her image on it. A crowd sits in front, some of whom are taking photos.
City
Lessons from Mayor Jane Castor at the State of Tampa’s Downtown Forum
The mayor spoke at this year’s event, and offered insight into the current + future landscape of our home.
May 7, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Up to 80% off and free shipping? That’s our way to shop
We picked out our favorite on-sale furniture and decor (but the sale ends tonight).
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Small Business
Here’s how you can support free, unbiased local journalism in Tampa Bay
We fill your inbox with positive, impactful local news and events. Support our mission.
May 1, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
The front of TacoSon in Temple Terrace. The restaurant is surrounded by greenery and has yellow walles, including some next to the patio pictured here with tables + chairs.
Small Business
Support local this National Small Business Week
The annual event gives us all a chance to celebrate the small businesses that serve the Tampa Bay area.
April 29, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Retail
Celebrate Earth Day with local makers
April 15, 2024
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Business
We’re already writing about Tampa Bay — why not you, too?
April 11, 2024
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Staff
Bull statues at the University of South Florida. They are in a fountain, in front of the Marshall Student Center in the middle of the Tampa campus. Cloudy skies are ahead.
Work
Top industries and employers in the Tampa Bay area
The economic landscape of Tampa Bay, who’s hiring, and who’s most likely to expand investments into our community.
March 26, 2024
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Staff
A TBAYtoday coffee shop bracket graphic. There are coffee beans on a blue background, with the message "Coffee Shop Bracket Winner: Spaddy's Coffee Co."
Food
Vote in TBAYtoday’s coffee shop bracket
We want to know: Where is the best coffee in the Tampa Bay area? Vote for your favorite to help determine a champion.
March 1, 2024
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Brianna Williams
A rooftop bar and restaurant packed with neutral couches and chairs, trees, and a covered bar area.
Business
Meet Tampa’s newest rooftop eatery: Casa Cami
The incoming bar + restaurant will sit atop The CURRENT Hotel, Autograph Collection.
February 28, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
The downtown Tampa skyline from Hyde Park. The sky is blue and high rises are in the distance.
City
Hillsborough County announces record-breaking tourism numbers
Here’s a quick breakdown of the numbers behind 2023’s new tourism heights.
February 21, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Preston Rudie is wearing a blue jacket and beanie with his arms spread wide. He is up a mountain and a blanket of clouds is behind him, stretching into the distance like a carpet.
Business
Tampa Bay’s movers and shakers: Preston Rudie
Learn more about the business owner, CEO, storyteller, and adventurer helping to shape our area’s future.
February 9, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
The exterior of Crisp and Green in Water Street Tampa. There are two couples walking in front of the glass storefront, arm in arm, and another couple sitting to the left at a metal table under a tree.
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Try This: A day of self-care in Water Street Tampa
From pilates and salads to spa-like nail salons, Water Street Tampa is positively overflowing with self-care spots.
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City
Check out 9 lists with high rankings for the Tampa Bay area
Here are some of the lists and rankings which showcase the optimism around and growth within the Tampa Bay area.
February 5, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Business
Shop at these sustainable stores in the Tampa Bay area
Here’s 10+ local shops to help you live a little greener in 2024.
January 31, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
A graphic with cartoon candy hearts that have different gift categories written inside, like "Home Goods" and "Books."
Retail
The best Valentine’s Day gifts for 2024
Shop Valentine’s Day chocolates, couple’s games, cookware, candles, and fuzzy socks to spread the love.
January 25, 2024
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Vagney Hampshire
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How Twin Diesel revved up with Bank of Central Florida
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Retail
Browse these new-to-the-scene Tampa Bay area shopping spots
There’s a few new faces in the Cigar City from Veronica Beard to Silvia Tcherassi.
December 18, 2023
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Bailey Lefever
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Hands-on holiday crafts at Water Street Tampa
From magnificent wreaths to show-stopping charcuterie boards, there’s something to craft or enjoy for all ages.
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Retail
Gift Guide: Our Editors’ picks for the 2023 holiday season
See what Editors Bailey and Patrick are shopping this year.
November 30, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Small Business
Hunt for the perfect Christmas tree at these Tampa Bay area spots
We can already smell the cedar freshness.
November 28, 2023
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Bailey Lefever
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Retail
2023 Holiday Gift Guide: 39 gifts you can buy right now
Shop the most popular gifts of the 2023 holiday season, plus gifts that support small businesses and the best holiday wrapping paper to tie it all up in.
November 1, 2023
Derrick Roberts, owner of Stan Weaver and Company, smiles for the camera.
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What makes a business successful... really?
Entrepreneurship is at the heart of Bank of Central Florida. The team is committed to being solution-oriented, always striving to find the best ways to accommodate clients needs.
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Small Business
Bring on the beef: Tampa Bay Burger Week is back
The annual event runs from Thursday, Nov. 2, through Sunday, Nov. 12.
October 25, 2023
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Bailey Lefever
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City
Become privy to these privies: Portland’s modular public restroom
This Portland-made, free-to-use, stand-alone toilet is working to address common public bathroom concerns.
October 25, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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Retail
Hunt for the perfect pumpkin at these 6 Tampa Bay area patches
These local spots boast tons of pumpkin variety, corn stalks, mums, axe throwing, mazes, and more.
October 17, 2023
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Bailey Lefever
People interacting with the art exhibition, WATERLICHT.
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Mark your calendars: Experience the free WATERLICHT art exhibition Oct. 27-29
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What are your bank’s core values?
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Play
Tee it up at these Tampa Bay golf courses
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or the next Tiger Woods, these 12 golf courses in Tampa Bay are sure to make for a good round.
September 20, 2023
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Cat George
A Pirate's Punch cocktail created by Publix
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Punch up your tailgate with this Bucs bev recipe
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