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Editor’s Pick
The view from the outfield grandstand at BayCare Ballpark.
Photo by TBAYtoday
If you swap Benchmark International Arena for Madison Square Garden, Tampa Bay is really at the epicenter of the sports world. Case in point, some of Major League Baseball’s best teams (except for the Cubbies) suit up all across Tampa Bay in the Grapefruit League.
Bailey recommends opting for general admission seats — sitting on the lawn is the most authentic and exciting option anyway — and spending what you save on soft serve and plenty of drinks. And get those tickets now, before the snowbirds beat you out.
Asked
Asked
What team used to spend Spring training in Florida?
A. The Chicago Cubs B. The Washington Capitols C. The Boston Red Sox D. San Francisco Giants
Tomorrow, Feb. 17, is Mardi Gras, the annual pre-Lent celebration set to take over streets across the world. If you aren’t joining the 1.4 million expected visitors at the country’s biggest celebration in New Orleans, you can get a taste of the fun with some étoufféeat Cajun Cafe on the Bayou in Pinellas Park.
Sports
Can’t get enough of the Winter Olympics? You’ve still got time to emulate Team USA’s success by trying out a winter sport of your own at AdventHealth Center Ice, where skating lessons, open sessions, and hockey are all on the schedule.
Job
Six months. That’s how long the average job search takes nowadays, and last summer, job seekers outnumbered job openings for the first time since 2021. Need a hand finding your next role? Start exploring opportunities. (The Wall Street Journal)
Drink
The most expensive US whiskey sale ever — a bottle of 1982 Kentucky bourbon — recently sold for ~$162,000 in New York City. You won’t need pockets anywhere near as deep at one of Tampa Bay’s buzzy happy hours. (Southern Living)
Mansion Monday
Stability is in style. US homeowners are setting new records for staying put, with the average homeowner now living in their house for about nine years. While your moving boxes gather dust, who says you can’t have a little fun browsing Tampa Bay’s real estate? (Axios)
Travel
Planning an escape to Colombia? You’re in good company — it’s the top-searched international destination for spring breakers in Florida. If you’re flying out of Tampa International Airport, a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what to know before you head to the terminal.
Garden design, color theory, calligraphy, portrait photography, embroidery. These are just a handful of the expert-led, creative classes available on Skillshare, an online learning community recognized by The New York Times and Forbes. Start a one month free trial + dive into new skills.*
Number
$0. That’s how much 94% of Nourish patients pay out of pocket to talk to a dietitian covered by their insurance. You could be covered, too — check your coverage + get matched with a dietitian who can cut through the food noise and build you a plan to thrive.*
Biz
POV: You’re in a bind trying to fill an important role for your local biz. We can help. Post your opening on our Job Board and get connected to top local talent.
The Buy
Tired of being … tired? You’re not alone. For millions of people over 35, the problem isn’t stress, late nights, or a busy schedule — it’s mineral deficiency. That’s where Organixx Magnesium 7 comes in. The doctor-formulated supplement features seven highly absorbable forms of magnesium to help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep through the night, and wake up feeling well-rested.
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