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A rendering of the Rays new proposed stadium, showing fans inside a ballpark.
Development
St. Petersburg City Council approves Historic Gas Plant District redevelopment plans
The $6.5 billion plans include a new ballpark for the Tampa Bay Rays.
July 18, 2024 04:41 PM
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Patrick Sidwell
A rendering of two developments on the west side of the Hillsborough River: District Flats and ICON. The high rises sit right on the river as part of Tampa's Riverwalk expansion plans, which will create a River District adjacent to the one already in place.
Development
Development details for Tampa’s Riverwalk District
The Cigar City’s skyline is getting some new faces.
July 8, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
The flotilla at Gasparilla. There are hundreds of boats behind the pirate ship, all riding toward the City of Tampa during the annual event. There is smoke emerging from the pirate ship.
City
What happened during the first half of 2024 in Tampa Bay?
We’re officially halfway through the year. It’s time to look back.
July 2, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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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
St James Episcopal Church sits beneath cloudy skies. The red brick building has rounded windows and is surrounded by roads, apartments, and greenery.
Culture
Tampa is getting its first Black History Museum
The project has been years in the making.
June 18, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Development
10 new and coming soon Tampa Bay area hotels
Turn the key on these local escapes.
June 17, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
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
A deep dive on the Rivergate Tower
The cylindrical tower is a unique part of Tampa’s skyline.
June 14, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
The construction site at 400 Central in St. Pete. A huge yellow crane points horizontally to the left under a clear blue sky, with the sun in the top right hand corner.
Development
How to understand development news in Tampa Bay
Consider this your your development jargon 101.
June 12, 2024
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Staff
Tate Casper and Jordan Winston smile for the camera. The pair are in an intricate green and white room, both wearing bright clothing.
Small Business
Q+A with Oxford Design
We sat down with Tate Casper and Jordan Winston, the interior designers behind spaces like Oxford Exchange and Casa Cami.
June 4, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A large pavillion-style stadium features large windows with palm trees right outside and people milling about.
Development
Rays release new stadium renderings
The incoming $1.3 billion stadium is still waiting on final approval from St. Pete City Council.
May 30, 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
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A green boba drink sits on a boardwalk at John's Pass. The focus is on the green straw and clear rounded container, while the blurry background shows a wooden walkway, water, cloudy skies, and a nearby boat.
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A foamy iced tea sits in front of a window with curtains, the light streaming in.
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Members of Tampa's Green Team stand in a line facing the camera. They are holding gardening tools, dressed in green tshirts, and wearing hats as the sun shines down. Someone near the middle is holding a tree with a mulch bag on the ground, implying it will be planted.
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Tampa’s Green Team is looking for new members
Help create a brighter future with the city-run program.
July 22, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
The pink-colored Don CeSar hotel sits in front of the beach. The Gulf of Mexico is bright blue in the background, and two pools are by the hotel surrounded by cabanas and deckchairs. The sun is shining, casting shadows toward the west, showing it is a beautiful sunny morning.
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July 22, 2024
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A bartender pours a frothy cocktail into a glass from a shaker.
Food
Toast of the town: Drink Up Week has arrived
This week — Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26, 2024 — we’re shining a spotlight on the vibrant drink scene in Tampa Bay.
July 19, 2024
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Two pictures of the same Ybor City building, one in black and white, and one in color, sit side by side.
Arts
Take a peek at “Photo Ybor: Then and Now”
The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts’ new exhibit juxtaposes iconic Tampa photographs with shots of the same locations today.
July 19, 2024
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A vintage-looking photo of Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield wearing an orange creamsicle football uniform. His retro glasses have orange lenses, and he's wearing an old-school headband. There is a boombox next to the bench he's sat on, he's looking at the camera with a serious expression, and the background is a plain red sheet.
Sports
Load the cannons: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ 2024 season is on the horizon
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July 18, 2024
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16 interesting facts about Tampa Bay
How well do you know Tampa Bay, FL? We’re bringing you some fun facts about the city and its history. If you’re a trivia master (or local enthusiast), give this a try.
July 18, 2024
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