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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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SoHo’s first-ever Artwalk 🖌
Lace up your comfy shoes + get out all your painting hues.
November 3, 2022
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Brad Haft
Skulls and other small bones sit in jars on three shelves.
Events
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo in Tampa, FL
A look at the details of this year’s Oddities & Curiosities Expo.
November 2, 2022
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Brad Haft
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St. Pete Reads! Lit Fest
November 1, 2022
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Bailey LeFever
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Culture
Tampa Bay costumes to impress
It’s Halloweekend, and you still don’t have a costume. This guide is for you.
October 27, 2022
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Brad Haft
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History

The Tale of José Gaspar + ye mystic krewe 🏴‍☠️
The mythical origins of Tampa Bay’s loud + proud pirate culture.
October 21, 2022
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Brad Haft
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St. Pete Pier awarded for global excellence
What does St. Pete have in common with Singapore, Shanghai, and New York City? An award-winning design.
October 18, 2022
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Events
Upcoming live music events in Tampa Bay, Florida
October 17, 2022
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Emily Shea-Owen
Vaulted ceiling clubhouse featuring long brown leather bench, black chairs, and five woven hanging pendants.
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Try This: A day in the life of a Ridley at Waterset resident
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The iconic Dalí Museum shown at a distance
Arts
The future of St. Petersburg’s Dalí
October 13, 2022
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Bailey LeFever
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SHINE St. Petersburg Mural Festival returns
October 13, 2022
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Two people stand at the window of Buchette Spritz Bar in Davis Islands. The wall is painted with the colors of the Italian flag, and the wooden window shutters are wide open. The people behind the bar are smiling with bottles behind them, and a drink on the flower-laden counter.
Food
Savor a taste of Italy in Davis Islands
It can be hard to get enough time off for a trip to Italy, but a new Tampa spot just made it easier.
May 15, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A plate with a floral design by the artist Salvador Dalí.
Arts
What’s blooming at The Dalí this spring?
Take a peek at the museum’s latest exhibit, Reimagining Nature: Dalí’s Floral Fantasies, before it opens this weekend.
May 14, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
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 photo of the sun setting at a beach in St. Petersburg, FL. The sand has some brown seagrass on it, and the sun sets above the ocean in the distance. Tall, thin palm trees also line the beach and the sky is blue + orange.
Culture
Submit your favorite photo of the Tampa Bay area
We’re celebrating National Photography Month in TBAY style.
May 13, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Airports and Transportation
Buckle up for two Tampa Bay area transportation updates
We’re updating you on a bike lane extension, downtown Tampa road closure, and a new public transit survey.
May 10, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
An overhead look at the transformed Gas Plant District includes a new stadium, multiple towers, and green space.
Development
Plans for the redeveloped Gas Plant District are here
The $6.5 billion transformation includes 5,000+ residential units, 1,250 affordable/workforce housing units, and 750 hotel rooms.
May 10, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
Chips and guac, some cocktails, and mozzarella sticks on a patio table beside a couch.
Food
Offline: The restaurant subscription club that will introduce you to your new favorite Tampa Bay eatery
This genius app will match you with great local restaurants to try — and then give you money towards the tab.
May 9, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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
A crowd watches on at the MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre. Lana del Rey is playing soon and the sky is dark.
Culture
Score $25 tickets to Tampa Bay shows during Live Nation’s Concert Week
The annual deal runs through Tuesday, May 14.
May 8, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
A black and white aerial shot of Tampa International Airport taken in 1979.
History
Looking back at Tampa Bay’s storm of 1979
It’s been 45 years since the Tampa Bay area experienced one of its worst ever storms.
May 7, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell