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🥇 They’re all champions in our book

Recapping Tampa Bay’s Olympic athletes’ performance
The Eiffel Tower in Paris with Olympic rings
The Paris 2024 Olympics run from Friday, July 26 to Sunday, Aug. 11. | Photo by CLTtoday
This weekend marks the end of Paris Olympics 2024 — with the closing ceremony taking over the Stade de France on Sunday, Aug. 11 (which airs at 3 p.m.). And here’s your TBAY connection: our own Bobby Finke FaceTimed Katie Ledecky to tell her she would be the USA’s flag bearer.

Now we’re diving (had to) into how our local athletes fared in the games.

Bobby Finke, Swimming

We’ve got to start off with our own gold medalist. The Clearwater-born swimmer set a new world record in a showstopping 1500-meter freestyle swim. Aquatic legend Michael Phelps called Finke’s performance “unbelievable,” adding “that was one of the greatest swims of the Olympics in my opinion”.

Austin Krajicek, Tennis

Krajicek and his partner Rajeev Ram pulled off a silver medal finish in the mens’ doubles bracket, losing to Australia’s Matthew Ebden and John Peers.

Nelly Korda, Golf

She’s not done yet. The world No .1 golfer finished two-under par through two rounds of the Olympic showdown — hoping to pick up another piece of hardware. The third of four rounds takes place today, Aug. 9.

Erriyon Knighton, Running

The sprinter pulled off an incredible fourth place finish in the men’s 200m final, up against the likes of Letsile Tebogo and Noah Lyles.

A blond tennis player waits for her opponent to hit her the ball.

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Photo via Danielle Collins

Danielle Collins, Tennis

The Burg native rocked her first Olympics, making it all the way to the women’s singles quarterfinals before she had to withdraw from her match due to heat exhaustion. Collins and her partner, Desirae Krawczyk, were ousted in the second round of the women’s doubles competition.

Felicia Stancil, BMX

The Tampa resident + BMX pro came in at No. 22 in her second Olympic appearance.

Parker Valby, Running

The East Lake High School grad is going for the gold in the Women’s 10000-meter final today, Aug. 9. Tune in at 2:57 p.m.

Noah Lyons, Sailing

In his first Olympic Games, the sailor finished ninth overall in the Men’s Windsurfer (iQFOiL) competition on the Bay of Marseille.

Dania Vizzi, Shooting

The Tampa athlete — nicknamed the “shooterina” — came in 12th place in the women’s skeet competition at her first Olympic Games. The US team finished in 6th place in the team competition.
Asked

What Olympic sport would you want to medal in?
A. I’d be the next Bobby Finke of swimming
B. Tennis, duh
C. I’d win gold in gymnastics
D. It’s gotta be golf
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Events
Friday, August 9
  • Afrobeats in St. Pete | Friday, Aug. 9 + Saturday, Aug. 10 | 8 p.m.-12 a.m. | Trail Garden at St. Petersburg Distillery | Donation | Jam out to Afrobeats, Amapiano, and dancehall music by DJ Aja Nikiya over a brew or two.
  • Kristopher James & Laura Reed | Friday, Aug. 9 | 8 p.m. | Palladium Theater | $30+ | Head to the downtown venue for songs, stories, and a lot of soul.
  • Tampa Bay Rays vs. Baltimore Orioles | Friday, Aug. 9-Sunday, Aug. 11 | Times vary | Tropicana Field | $25+ | Enjoy a little weekend baseball — and stay for a post-game concert from Riley Green on Saturday.
Saturday, August 10
  • Gimme Gimme Disco | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 8 p.m. | The Orpheum | $21 | Boogie the night away to all kinds of disco tunes — 70s and 80s outfits highly encouraged.
  • Sleep in Saturday Hike | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 1-2:30 p.m. | Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, Tarpon Springs | Free with reservation | Trek through the preserve with the help of a seasoned naturalist, exploring ecosystems and habitats.
Sunday, August 11
  • “The Man With The Movie Camera” with Intro from Patrick Ellis | Sunday, Aug. 11 | 3-6 p.m. | Screen Door Cinema, Ybor City | $13 | The 1926 film by director Dziga Vertov screens in 16mm paired with a vinyl soundtrack by Alloy Orchestra.
  • Yoga in the Park | Sunday, Aug. 11 | 6-7 p.m. | Curtis Hixon Park | Free | Start your week with a sweat sesh in the scenic riverfront park — bring your own mat and towel.
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News Notes
Development
  • Tampa International just released new plans for the highly anticipated, $1.5 billion Airside D project. The updated plan includes an orthogonal shape, two levels, space for two lounges, and shopping and dining options with a 360° view of gates. Construction starts later this year. (That’s So Tampa)
Open
  • We’re gonna need an invite. The Moxy St. Pete just opened its doors in St. Pete’s Grand Central District. The modern hotel is festooned with local art + boasts a luxe cocktail bar. But the real shining star is a rooftop pool overlooking the Trop and the Burg’s skyline.
Coming Soon
  • Co-working with a side of whiskers, anyone? Whiskers Workspace, a new space to cowork alongside cats, opens Thursday, Aug. 15. Located at 4699 Central Ave., the new biz boasts seven bookable rooms to chill with adoptable cats. (St. Pete Rising)
Try This
  • Welcome, sir. Mr. Putters an indoor golf wonderland, recently opened in Town ‘n’ Country. Complete your summer bucket list with a round at one of the spot’s three 18-hole courses. (That’s So Tampa)
Real Estate
  • Baker Mayfield may be putting down roots on Davis Islands. The Overtime Revocable Trust — which appears to be connected to the Bucs’ quarterback — is linked to two recent sales in the pricey community. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Ranked
  • No. 10. That’s where Tampa ranked on USA Today Blueprint’s list of the best cities to start a new business. The Cigar City also came in the top 10 for number of new businesses being established in the city. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Olympics
  • Nelly Korda teed off early today in the third round of her Olympics run. The Sarasota golfer is vying for her second gold medal after her victory at Tokyo 2020. Keep tabs on the latest results with our friends at 10 Tampa Bay.
Sports
  • Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ offensive coordinator Liam Coen’s new-look offense is among the top things to watch for this weekend vs. the Cincinnati Bengals. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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    • We’re beyond the halfway point of 2024 — aka a good time to make sure you’re maximizing your money. Personal finance experts have reviewed hundreds of credit cards to present you with the four very best bonus cards of the year.*
     
    City

    👋🏻 Hey, neighbor

    Breaking down Tampa’s budget: Neighborhood and Community Affairs
    An overhead view of a residential neighborhood filled with houses and tons of trees.
    The department keeps Tampa a wonderful place to live. | Photo via City of Tampa
    Friday, already? Another week has come and gone, and we’re back to break down more of Tampa’s proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget.

    Today we’re diving into Neighborhood and Community Affairs — basically the department that ensures your slice of Tampa runs smoothly.

    A reminder: This is still just the proposed budget, so plans are subject to change.
    • This year, the city is proposing ~$17.2 million for the department.
    • The money will help the city maintain its enforcement of city ordinances, codes, and regulations. Think: Making sure issues like overgrown lots, abandoned cars, and piled up junk are dealt with.
    • The budget will also fund the Mayor’s Neighborhood University program which trains current and budding neighborhood leaders on how the city works.
    • The department plans to continue making community outreach efforts with meetings and special events.
    • The city wants to continue its Operation Neighborhood Cleanup, ridding areas of trash, graffiti, and illegal dumping.
    Let us know which part of Tampa’s budget we should tackle next.
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