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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
Ways to celebrate yourself in Tampa Bay
We’re here to remind you to take care of yourself — whether that be with a treat or a good laugh.
February 13, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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Two new urgent clinics for animals open up in Tampa Bay
A 24/7 ER and a walk-in for pets open-up shop this week in St. Pete. 🐾
February 10, 2023
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Brad Haft
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Events
2023 Knight Parade preview
Peruse parade info and tips.
February 7, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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Arts
Upcoming concerts in Tampa Bay, FL
Wanting to add more concerts and festivals to your 2023 calendar? Check out these local + regional music events coming up in the next few weeks.
February 6, 2023
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Brad Haft
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Culture
Get your groove on: a guide to the best record stores in Tampa Bay, FL
We’re just scratching the surface.
February 6, 2023
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Brad Haft
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Development
Downtown St. Pete’s Sundial Mall gets a new look
Developers revealed new renderings for the popular shopping and dining spot.
February 2, 2023
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Brad Haft
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Sports
Tom Brady announces his retirement, again
We’re havign a true Groundhog Day experience
February 1, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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St. Petersburg is one of the best cities for moviemakers
We made MovieMaker Magazine’s “Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker” for 2023.
January 27, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
Last-minute local ideas for Valentine’s Day
From flowers to happy hours to meteor showers, we’ve got ideas to make your Valentine’s Day special.
January 26, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Food
Boulon Brasserie opens in Tampa, FL
It’s lunch time at the atmospheric French bistro.
January 23, 2023
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June 27, 2024
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15+ sparkling Fourth of July events across Tampa Bay
From classic firework shows on the river to yacht cruises, there’s something for everyone this Fourth of July in TBAY.
June 27, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
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Travel and Outdoors
The Florida Aquarium releases 8 sea turtles back into the wild
The animals are back in the Atlantic Ocean after rehabilitating in Apollo Beach.
June 26, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Travel and Outdoors
Tampa’s Sicilian sister city: Agrigento, Italy
Located on the island of Sicily, this TBAY sister city boasts thousands of years of history.
June 26, 2024
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Tampa International Airport to host 2024 International Photography Competition
The largest International Photography Competition to date, with 2,557 photographs submitted from 59 countries, kicks off Wednesday, June 26 at 5:30 p.m.
June 25, 2024
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Culture
Dead malls: You could shop... until they dropped
Once booming, now barren. Let’s take a peek at a mall of the Tampa Bay area’s past — plus hope for the future.
June 25, 2024
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Brianna Williams
Someone launches from a platform at a Red Bull Flugtag event. Their blue craft is tilting toward the water from a height, with a team behind them who seemingly just pushed them off the ledge. A crowd watches along the waterfront as the sun shines down.
Events
Spread your wings: Red Bull Flugtag returns to Tampa Bay
The event is returning to our area for the first time since 2011.
June 24, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Flags with LGBTQ+ coloring fly through the air at St. Pete Pride. Several banners reading "We are St. Pete" are also visible within the crowd of people walking away from the camera. There are trees in the background and a partially cloudy sky ahead of the crowd.
Events
It’s party time: Let’s get prepped for the 2024 St. Pete Pride Parade
It’s the 22nd year for Florida’s biggest LGBTQ+ celebration.
June 20, 2024
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History
Trekking through the history of St. Pete’s Jungle Prada
We’re sharing some of the Burg’s Native American history.
June 19, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
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Development
Taking a peek at the upcoming West River District build
Get ready for a new Riverwalk era.
June 19, 2024
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Bailey LeFever