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Books written by authors with ties to Tampa Bay
We break down literary contributions by some of Tampa Bay authors past and present.
March 11, 2026 02:14 PM
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Bailey LeFever
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Culture
Sip and snack on these autumnal offerings
We’re sharing delicious fall-flavored eats and drinks in the Tampa Bay area, from lattes to desserts.
October 5, 2023
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Brianna Williams
A stack of pumpkins with a large pumpkin photo-opp in the background.
Culture
Try this: TBAYtoday’s 2023 pumpkin carving contest
Put your pumpkin carving skills to the test in our contest
September 29, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Sports
The Bolts are back: What to know about the Lightning 2023-24 season
The preseason has already begun, and have deets on what games to get tickets to, where to park, and more.
September 28, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
A park with various tall buildings in the background, blue skies, and clouds overhead.
Events
Eins, zwei, drei, gsuffa — it’s time for Oktoberfest Tampa
This year’s iconic autumn event will take place Friday, Oct. 13-Sunday, Oct. 15 at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park.
September 27, 2023
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Brianna Williams
An adult and two children stand looking at a blue sky surrounded by darkness.
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City
Test your Tampa Bay area knowledge with our September crossword
Have you been reading your newsletters? Test your local news knowledge from the past ~30 days.
September 25, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
A lemon mocktail.
Food
The latest data on non-alcoholic beverages and where to drink them in Tampa Bay
Learn what it means to be sober curious, the current popularity of non-alcoholic beverages, and where you can enjoy a mocktail in Tampa + St.Pete.
September 21, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Airports and Transportation
3 ways to celebrate World Car Free Day in the Tampa Bay area
Pull out the bike or your sneaks, we’re hitting the pavement for World Car Free Day.
September 20, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
Children and adults play on slides and a jungle gym at Ballast Point Park
Culture
A kid’s perfect day in Tampa Bay
From breakfast to dinner — we’ve rounded up a day full of kid-friendly activities for the whole family to enjoy.
September 18, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Hunt for the perfect pumpkin at these 5 Tampa Bay area patches
These local spots boast tons of pumpkin variety, corn stalks, mums, axe throwing, mazes, and more.
October 3, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
A muddy wall in a brewery. A lifesaver raft is on the wall and a silver brewery tank is on the left of the screen. It's a scene of damage left behind by Hurricane Helene.
Volunteer
Find a verified GoFundMe for Tampa Bay’s Hurricane Helene victims
We’re giving even more ways to give back as the continue gets back on its feet.
October 2, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Three rescue dogs. One is in a pool, one is looking at the camera, and another is smiling with his tongue out.
Government
Hillsborough County’s animal shelter is overflowing
A bigger facility could be on its way to help resolve the issue.
October 2, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A pile of debris outside a pink home in Gulfport. The home's windows are boarded up following Hurricane Helene, and there is standing water in the street. There are clear skies above, and it looks like the sun is setting at dusk.
Weather
Advice for Tampa Bay FEMA applicants and more ways to help local Helene victims
As the toll of the storm becomes clearer, we’re sharing more and more resources to assist those impacted in TBAY.
October 1, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
An aerial shot of St. Petersburg after Hurricane Helene. Water lines the streets and the water level is high. Smoke rises from a house on the left and grey skies linger overhead with the ocean visible in the distance.
Weather
How to help Hurricane Helene victims and find other resources across Tampa Bay
In the wake of the storm, there are plenty of ways to help our community get back on its feet.
September 30, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Jimmy Carter speaking at a podium in 1979 at Thomas Jefferson High School with the US flag as a backdrop behind him
City
Jimmy Carter at 100: His visits to the Tampa Bay area
Plus, see how you can send a message to the former president to celebrate his centennial birthday.
September 27, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A concertgoer watching live music at Amalie Arena.
Music
Still to come in 2024: 10 Tampa Bay area concerts
The final quarter of 2024 is packed with performances from legendary singers, 1980s icons, rap stars, and rising pop stars.
September 26, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A map of the state of Florida shows predicted storm surge during Hurricane Helene, with 5-8 ft of surge predicted for Tampa Bay.
Weather
Hurricane Helene updates and post-storm resources
We’re sharing need-to-know info for tracking the storm and getting back on your feet after it passes.
September 25, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
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Hurricane Helene info in Tampa Bay
We’ve rounded up resources on where to get sandbags, how to sign up for emergency alerts, and other ways to stay informed during the storm.
September 24, 2024
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Monica Garske