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A shot of Santoro's Pizza in Tampa. The building is a mix of green, white, and red — the colors of the Italian flag. There are some benches outside, and a parking lot out front, with blue skies up ahead.

Food

7 Tampa Bay pizza slice spots

Sink your teeth into standout slices at these pizza joints across Tampa and St. Petersburg.

October 14, 2025

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Bailey LeFever

Culture

Here’s how we’re saying thank you

Our readers’ dedication + engagement allows us to do what we love, and we want to say thank you.

November 22, 2022

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Staff

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Culture

“Star Wars"-inspired fun in Tampa Bay, FL

Today is Star Wars Day, and we’re getting in touch with the Force.

May 3, 2023

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Brad Haft

Two people sit by the piano in Ybor. A dog is under the stool and Seventh Ave is in the background.

City

Play a tune on one of Tampa’s 12 upcoming public pianos

A dozen of the instrument will be placed around the city.

January 8, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

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Last minute gift guide to Tampa Bay

December 14, 2022

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Brad Haft

City

Local media matters — so does your support

When you choose to support TBAYtoday, you’re investing in more than just a daily newsletter — you’re investing in a stronger, more informed community.

February 19, 2025

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Staff

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Try This: Tampa Riverfest (and other ways Publix betters the community)

We explored all the riverfront sunsets, live dancey music, and incredible local eats that Tampa Riverfest offers.

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Publix Giveback Giveaway: Nominate a local nonprofit to win free advertising in TBAYtoday

Publix wants to give back to an organization who gives back to Tampa — and we’re calling on TBAY readers to decide who wins.

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Nominate a nonprofit to win free advertising in the second Publix Giveback Giveaway

Publix is once again giving back to an organization who gives back to Tampa — and we’re calling on TBAY readers to decide who wins.

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The Sulphur Springs Water Tower protrudes from trees on the right of the screen. A luscious green canopy is bisected by the Hillsborough River, running off into the distance. We are positioned high up, looking toward a setting sun in the west and a partially cloudy sky.

History

A brief history of the Sulphur Springs Water Tower

Have you ever wondered what the the lighthouse-looking structure protruding from Tampa’s tree canopy is? Wonder no more.

September 23, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

A shot of Clearwater Beach, taken from the ocean back toward the sand. There are high rises jutting out, with condos and apartment complexes lining the beach. The ocean is turquoise, and the skies above are cloudless and pale blue.

Government

Find out what happened in the 2024 Pinellas County municipal elections

Voters decided on several key decisions this week, including a new mayor in Clearwater.

March 20, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

A palm tree and the Tampa skyline with a search bar reading "Tampa Bay 1999"

Culture

Tampa Bay’s 1999 time capsule

What was Tampa Bay like at the turn of the millennium? We took a look back at the final year of the 20th century to see what life was like pre-Y2K.

June 28, 2024

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Michael Beausoleil

Jeff Vinik celebrating the Lightning's Stanley Cup victory during a boat parade. He is high-fiving fans, wearing beads, holding a water bottle, and smiling along with other Lightning representatives.

Sports

A brief look at Jeffrey Vinik’s successful Lightning ownership

We’re looking at what’s next for the team, and reflecting on Vinik’s achievements.

October 24, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

Good news for locals

Share good news with your neighbors on Nextdoor and be entered for a chance to win $500 cash.

April 18, 2023

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Staff

TBAY Demographic Survey

We need a little help from you. We believe it’s important to ask the right people the right questions — right here in the community.

December 13, 2023

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Staff

A top-down view of a laptop sitting on a table with an open notebook and pen sitting on top of it. Next to the laptop is a latte in a mug atop a white saucer. The latte has a foam heart on top.

Culture

Read the winning poems from our 2024 poetry contest

We’ve narrowed down our poetry contest to these finalists: read and vote for your favorite poem.

April 16, 2024

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Brianna Williams

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 mostly full glass of beer at Armature Works sits on a second-floor ledge. People are chilling by the river front below, and the blue sky has a handful of wispy clouds above the distant Tampa city skyline.

Food

Savor these Tampa Bay area-brewed summer beers

TBAY is chock-full of independent breweries, and their summer offerings are back.

June 6, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

A black and white photo of the signage outside Columbia Restaurant in Ybor City. There are clouds above, and the iconic sign sits atop arches and pillars which surround the restaurant.

Food

Order up: 3 Tampa Bay restaurants named among Florida’s most legendary

The local spots were selected by Southern Living.

June 10, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

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Take the TBAY Demographic Survey

We need a little help from you. We believe it’s important to ask the right people the right questions — right here in the community.

October 9, 2023

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Staff

A large sandy beach leading up to a two-story home with a large porch.

History

Live the neighbor-free life at this home for sale

The iconic Clearwater Beach “Holdout House” is on the market.

September 29, 2023

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Brianna Williams

City

City Editor Patrick’s 3 favorite Tampa Bay news stories from 2023

Take a look at some of our favorite stories we brought you in 2023 — and learn about how you can keep them coming by supporting TBAYtoday with the gift of your membership.

October 31, 2023

Derrick Roberts, owner of Stan Weaver and Company, smiles for the camera.

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What makes a business successful... really?

Entrepreneurship is at the heart of Bank of Central Florida. The team is committed to being solution-oriented, always striving to find the best ways to accommodate clients needs.

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City

City Editor Bailey’s 3 favorite Tampa Bay news stories from 2023

Take a look at some of our favorite stories we brought you in 2023 — and learn about how you can keep them coming by supporting TBAYtoday with the gift of your membership.

November 7, 2023

Crowds gather on Tampa's Lafayette Street Bridge in 1925. The photo is black and white, discolored, there are streetcars and the University of Tampa is in the background.

History

Tampa Bay in the 1920s

Have you ever thought about life in our TBAY area ~100 years ago? We had a quick look at the history of both Tampa and St. Pete across the decade.

November 15, 2023

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Patrick Sidwell