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Events
Chow down at the Florida State Fair for under $20
Fit the Surf n’ Turf Alfredo Sundae and other fair delights into your budget.
February 05, 2026 01:18 PM
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Bailey LeFever
An orange sunset overlooking the water in Tampa Bay. Water is rippling, and a wooden dock protrudes toward a boat in the foreground. The horizon in the distance appears to have mangroves, greenery, and a couple of buildings set beneath wispy clouds.
Culture
Your Tampa Bay area photo submissions
We recently asked our readers for their best local snaps, and here are a few of our favorites.
May 29, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A rendering of The Beachmaker Hotel. The building is a mix of white, brown, and grey, with balconies and deck chairs lining the upper floors. A row of palm trees sits in front, and the ocean is visible in the background.
Development
Say hello to The Beachmaker — Madeira Beach’s next luxury hotel
The hotel is part of the quaint seaside city’s ongoing makeover.
May 13, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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.
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
Soldiers in camp uniforms aim guns at an off-screen target
City
The “Battle of the Bay” takes over downtown Tampa this week.
Don’t worry, it’s not a real battle.
May 6, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
A vacant lot in Snell Isle. Grass sits behind a black fence, a tree overhangs, and the St. Pete skyline is in the distance across water and under a blue sky.
Real Estate
A quick roundup of Tampa Bay real estate news
Here’s a quick update on a vacant Snell Isle lot, new condos, and a for-sale B&B.
May 3, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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
Rendering of the plans in Water Street Tampa. A building with a green roof and brown-colored design sits among the high rises. It's designed to be an office building.
Development
Check out the next phase of Water Street Tampa’s development
Owners just released the game plan for the swanky neighborhood’s future.
April 29, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
an outside photo of the southeastern university campus with buildings and palm trees
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Construction continues on the Phoenix Rising roller caster at Busch Gardens. A large crane is in front of a blue track, which sits beneath a largely cloudless sky. The sun is in the background and a building site is below.
Development
Hands in the air: Busch Gardens is building another roller coaster
Phoenix Rising is set to open at some point in 2024.
April 25, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Two men dressed in bloomers and embroidered tops toss beads into the crowd from a trolley car.
Events
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Two set places at a table with pink menus, red candles in the center, and wicker dining chairs at Willa's.
Food
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People ride on the Krewe of Ybor float that's decked out with flags and fake bricks in the Knight Parade.
Events
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Tristin McCollum poses with a man while wearing an Eagles jersey.
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An orange crane works on the construction of Busch Gardens' wild Oasis realm while workers and staff in hard hats walk around.
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