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Four photos of people and dogs in costume for the Pup Parade, plus a child receiving a face painting.
Business
All paws aboard for next week’s Pirate Pup Parade
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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
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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
Four photos: A crowd holding newly created wreaths, two women holding bottles of wine, a woman standing in front of the wreath station, and a charcuterie basket.
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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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All you need to know about Tampa International Airport
To help make your entire process at Tampa International Airport as smooth as possible, we’ve created a guide that covers everything from parking and food to details on the airport’s nonstop flights.
June 19, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
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Travel and Outdoors
Your guide to beekeeping in Tampa Bay
What’s even sweeter than honey? Producing your own. Here’s everything you need to know about beekeeping on the Gulf Coast.
June 19, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Sports
Tampa Bay Sun will play at new Ybor Harbor stadium
The 15,000-seat stadium will anchor the new 33-acre mixed-use district + house USL headquarters and a new boutique hotel.
June 17, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
Cheeky's, a new St. Pete resturant's interior is filled with tables and wood chairs, a light blue bar with wooden stools, and shiplaped walls.
Food
Taste test top menu picks at Cheeky’s Fish & Raw Bar
We tried some of the new St. Pete restaurant’s seafood and drink offerings.
June 16, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
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Travel and Outdoors
Let’s pack a local picnic
Who doesn’t love shopping local? Pack the perfect picnic using only local items.
June 12, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
A rendering of Central Park St. Pete. The five-story concept has tables out front with people eating, people walking by and cycling by, and a yellow brick wall lined with windows and a balcony.
3 ultra-fresh Tampa Bay restaurant updates
Check out a new South Tampa French restaurant, Pete’s drive-thru, and a massive food hall.
June 10, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
A golden retriever standing in a small tin pool. His tongue is sticking out and his reddish orange body is covered in long fur. The pool sits on wet green astroturf.
Culture
Seasonal summer tips for Tampa Bay dogs
With temperatures rising + frequent rainfall, it can be tough to keep Fido happy and entertained through the summer months. Here are some handy tips to keep that tail wagging.
June 9, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell
A new rendering of the exterior of Tampa's new Airside D shows a modern, steel and windowed terminal flocked by red and blue-winged planes, palm trees, and cloudy blue skies.
Development
Take a peek at renderings for TPA’s expansion + Britton Plaza
We’re checking in on two major developments going up across Tampa Bay.
June 5, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
A fort surrounded by cerulean water, a wall, and mangroves
Travel and Outdoors
Hit the road: Explore Florida’s national parks
Take in the beauty of three Florida national parks all within driving distance from Tampa Bay.
June 3, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
The Tampa Bay area's double-decker Cross Bay Ferry sits docked waiting for its next ride, surrounded by blue skies.
Government
Tampa Bay civic updates: Cross Bay Ferry + hurricane relief and preparation
Check in on plans for a new Cross Bay Ferry service, spending federal relief dollars, and preparation for this year’s hurricane season.
June 2, 2025