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City
3 civic updates: Rays land, Ybor safety + Sprowls Horizon Sports Park
We’ve got the latest on the Rays’ new stadium plans, safety upgrades to a historic Tampa neighborhood, and a Pinelllas Park youth sports complex finally comes to fruition.
February 24, 2026 01:47 PM
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Bailey LeFever
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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
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
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
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
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Hit the trails with this guide to Tampa Bay area hikes
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Food
Take a bite out of the TBAY-style hot dog
From Seattle to Chicago, cities across the US have created their own signature hot dogs, but not Tampa Bay — until today.
September 25, 2025
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Events
Plan ahead for these fall events in the Tampa Bay area
Embrace the changing of the season with these festivals, outdoor concerts, markets, and other fall-themed events.
September 23, 2025
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A rendering of Tampa’s Wheel Over Water, which is perched on the Hillsborough River and surrounded by cars and the Streetcar.
Development
Tampa is getting its own observation wheel
The 250-ft-tall structure called Tampa’s Wheel Over Water in the Channel District neighborhood.
September 18, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
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Do you remember the 21st night of September in Tampa Bay?
Do you remember the 21st night of September? Join us on a trip down memory lane to see what TBAY residents were up to this week throughout the years.
September 16, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
St. Pete's waterfront. Palm trees line the water, with condo towers and high rises in the distance, with their reflections visible in the water. The sky is mostly blue with some clouds dotted around. Boats are in the marina.
Government
Ironing out St. Pete’s $1.18 billion budget, Tampa’s walkability, and a mucky lake
We’re sharing the latest updates on St. Pete’s $1.18 billion budget, Tampa’s $13 million transit upgrades, and the Jungle Lake cleanout.
September 15, 2025
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We broke down the cost of living in the Tampa Bay area, including rent, housing, and other expenses — and compared it to other locations.
September 10, 2025
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Flow at these Tampa Bay area yoga studios
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September 3, 2025
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