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Don’t stop believin’

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Explore Tampa Bay as you reach your resolution. | Photo via Canva

Just checking in — how’s the New Year’s resolution going? According to WalletHub, Tampa ranks No. 17 on its list of best cities at keeping their resolutions, and St. Petersburg ranks No. 37.

Don’t worry if you’ve lost momentum. We’re taking a look at some of the most common resolutions and offering some tips to stay on track, just in case you need some local inspiration.

Exercise more

TBAY is packed with ways to get active and stay moving. If you need some ideas, you could start by checking our guide to local gyms and trying a new fitness class. You could also try out a new sport or activity like yoga or a running club.

Save money

Next time you’re making plans, think free. The Tampa Bay area has many no-cost activities to enjoy including tours, libraries, museums, and parks. We also like to explore TBAY’s flavors without breaking the bank by visiting restaurants with meals under $10.

Plus, good eats + quality time

Events

Wednesday, Jan. 21

Thursday, Jan. 22

Friday, Jan. 23

Saturday, Jan. 24

Pilates + Sound Bath | 9:30-11 a.m. | Peach Lab | $47+

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News Notes

Development

We officially have an idea what the Rays plan to redevelop the 113-acre Dale Mabry campus looks like. The overall plan includes a new HC campus, a mixed-use development, and a new stadium, of course. But who pays? (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

Family

Planning to attend the Gasparilla Children’s Parade on Saturday, Jan. 24? Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine shares its top tips, including where to park and why you should prioritize the Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Rodeo. (10 Tampa Bay)

Civic

It will be easier to keep the Lightning in downtown Tampa than lightning in a bottle — at least, if that’s what Hillsborough County Commissioners want. The body is scheduled to vote today on whether to pony up significantly more funds for the hockey team’s arena. Find out what the deal would entail. (Florida Politics)

Festival

Yes, it’s already time to start thinking about Valentine’s Day. If, like us, you’re in love with all things local, plan to attend Localtopia in St. Pete, where more than 300 local vendors will spotlight their best from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 14. (10 Tampa Bay)

Cause

If you meant to volunteer on Martin Luther King Jr. Day but time got away from you, “there’s a Gasparilla for that.” Join the Gasparilla Clean Team to help pick up after festivities — and receive food and other perks as part of the experience. (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)

Plan Ahead

Owl populations are on the decline in Pinellas County, but you can help reverse the trend by attending a nest box building event on Saturday, Feb. 21. And why not install a nest box while you’re at it? Learn more. (Bay News 9)

Sports

We’re halfway through the NBA season, and the playoffs are starting to come into focus. How do the Magic look? Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Orlando Magic with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

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Finance

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Biz

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Health

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The Wrap

Still working on solidifying your resolutions? You’re welcome to steal one of mine.

I’m trying to switch up my routine and visit 10 new state/local parks this year. Embarrassingly, I still haven’t checked out Hillsborough River State Park or Weeki Wachee even though I’ve lived in TBAY for years, so those are top of the list.

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