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An Aquafence will protect the Florida Aquarium from hurricanes
The Florida Aquarium won’t need to evacuate its crew the next time devastating storm surge is forecast for the Tampa Bay area.
April 07, 2026 02:51 PM
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Bailey LeFever
The front of HB Plant High School. It has brown bricks, a black fence, and rounded windows. Tropical greenery surrounds the building.
Live
20+ elementary, middle, and high schools in Tampa Bay
From Hyde Park to Clearwater, we’re giving you all the pertinent details about some of the elementary, middle, and high schools in Tampa Bay.
September 10, 2024
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Staff
Tampa's skyline, with the Rivergate Tower pictured on the right. Its yellowish brown color is reflected in the sun, with windows lining the outside. There is an ominous cloudy sky with streaks of blue above.
Government
Checking in on Tampa’s proposed 2024-2025 budget
City leaders are working to finalize this upcoming fiscal year’s budget, from stormwater projects to parking.
September 10, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
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Nonprofits
Eat for a cause during the 1905 Family Of Restaurants’ Community Harvest
The annual event has raised almost $4 million for Sunshine State charities.
September 6, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A white TBAYtoday logo sits on a bright blue background. A gift box is on the right of the photo with a number 2 balloon and confetti coming out of it.
Culture
Happy birthday to TBAYtoday
We’re looking back at our favorite stories from our first two years.
September 6, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A massive Gasworx building covered with windows sits among the skyline. The rooftop features palm trees and string lights, as does the street below the tower.
Development
New renderings for Gasworx revealed
Take a peek at the latest updates for the 50-acre Tampa project.
September 3, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
The International Arrivals exit from U.S. Customs, with escalators up to the Airside D Shuttle Station is framed by massive floor-to-ceiling windows and foliage.
Development
Tampa International releases new renderings for Airside D
The project is estimated to cost $1.5 billion.
September 3, 2024
A pelican stands close to the camera on a wooden beam which appears to be part of a pier. There is blue water which is slightly rocky stretching into the distance behind the bird, and a distant landscape with trees + waterfront houses on the horizon. The sky is pale blue with a smattering of clouds.
History
Tampa Bay toponymy: The origin of Pinellas County place names
We looked at why the places in and around St. Pete are named what they’re named.
August 29, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
The Gallagher brothers perform with Oasis. There is yellow smoke and lighting around while they sing into microphones and play instruments.
Culture
Celebrate the Oasis reunion in Tampa Bay style
While the band’s comeback tour only has shows in the UK and Ireland, we wanted to bring the fun to TBAY.
August 27, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A black and white photo of military planes flying over the City of Tampa. There are five planes above a smattering of high rises and the Hillsborough River.
History
Tampa Bay in the 1940s
It was a decade of war, victory, and growth for the Tampa Bay area.
August 23, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Workers lay bricks down to form a roadway.
City
3 civic updates for Tampa Bay residents
We’ve got the updates you need to know, from Ybor City’s rebricking to stormwater funding.
August 20, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
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A biker pedals their way in a designated bike lane on a Tampa street, separated by a brick lane from cars.
City
Tampa begins work on the 22-mile Green ARTery network
Construction just began on the first two segments of the Green ARTery, Tampa’s new pedestrian and bicycle network.
May 13, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
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Food
Taste test these 12 Tampa Bay bakeries
These Tampa Bay bakeries serve traditional Cuban and Greek delights, creative concoctions, and just solid slices of cake.
May 9, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
A group of coral biologists wearing blue shirts saying "The Florida Aquarium" load a giant white cooler into a truck.
Travel and Outdoors
The Florida Aquarium is delivering 1,000+ baby corals to the Keys
The elkhorn corals will be planted on the reef or cared for in ocean-based nurseries.
May 7, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
The owner, Chance Ryan, stands beside one of his specialized blue vending machines which is decorated with vines and a mini fake giraffe.
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A peek bind the small biz with Tampa Bay’s Lucid Vending
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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.
Business
Welcome Cheeky’s, Maru, and Greyson to Tampa Bay
Here’s a peek at three spots opening in Tampa + St. Pete, offering everything from fresh oysters and fish and rooftop views to neutral threads.
May 6, 2025
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The white brick storefront of MISRED Outfitters on Central Avenue.
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Tampa's skyline, with the Rivergate Tower pictured on the right. Its yellowish brown color is reflected in the sun, with windows lining the outside. There is an ominous cloudy sky with streaks of blue above.
City
What do locals really call things in Tampa Bay?
Officially, it may be the Rivergate Tower, but it’s always “the Beer Can Building” in our hearts.
April 28, 2025
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Brianna Williams
A hand holds up a cup of ice cream in front of a building with the sign "Chill Bros. Ice Cream" with a line out the door of people.
Food
Get the scoop on 10 Tampa Bay ice cream spots
Cool off with homemade ice cream, gelato, plant-based coconut ice cream, and tons of treats at these Tampa and St. Pete creameries.
April 25, 2025
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A few gifts overlaid on a patchwork background, including a Carharrt lunch box and a jewelry dish.
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