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We asked ChatGPT which travel destinations are most similar to the Cigar City. See what the artificial intelligence program said.

July 5, 2024

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Staff

Development

Development details for Tampa’s Riverwalk District

The Cigar City’s skyline is getting some new faces.

July 8, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

Two fencers face off in the full silver equipment. The one on the right is lunging toward the one on the left with a dark grey background and spooky smokey effects around.

Sports

Try out these 6 niche Olympic Sports in Tampa Bay

This could be the start of your road to the 2028 Games.

July 26, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

A line of sushi rolls sits on a black dish. There is white sauce across the surface, and rice rolls have filling and toppings in dark surroundings.

Food

Meet Kiwa: South Tampa’s newest sushi hotspot

The area’s foodie game is about to go up another notch.

July 26, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

A puddle on a road with downtown St. Pete high rises visible in the background and reflected from the puddle. A cyclist is coming toward the camera in a red shirt. Palm trees line the sides of the roads.

Government

St. Pete’s Stormwater Master Plan could cost $1 billion

If approved, it would be the first plan of its kind since 1994.

July 30, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

A close-up shot of the Eiffel Tower from below. The Olympic rings are on the front of the tower, and we are looking up at it as it sits beneath a clear blue sky.

Sports

What if Tampa Bay hosted the Olympics?

We’re dreaming big, and thinking of the potential venues for Summer Olympics action in the Tampa Bay area.

July 30, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

The sun shines at the beach. One person is visible in the shallows of the ocean, and waves are lapping onto the sand.

Play

25+ summer events happening around Tampa Bay

Make the most of (or just survive) the warm weather with this list of the best local events and activities happening this summer in the Cigar City + the Burg.

April 30, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

A beer sits on a ledge at Armature Works. The Hillsborough River sits behind the glass, and Tampa's skyline is visible in the background. People are by the river, and the sky barely has a cloud in it.

Food

Raise a glass — Drink Up Week is coming

We’ve got details and a map full of drink deals: We’ll be highlighting the vibrant beverage scene across Tampa Bay, FL from July 22 to July 26, 2024.

July 12, 2024

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Monica Garske

An old photo of the Tampa Bay Hotel, now known as the Henry B Plant Museum. Its iconic silver minarets sit above intricate architecture.

History

Happy 137th birthday to the City of Tampa

July 15 is a fabled day in the Cigar City’s history.

July 12, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

The downtown Tampa skyline from Hyde Park. The sky is blue and high rises are in the distance.

Travel and Outdoors

Tampa ranked among country’s best cities for recreation

The list was compiled using metrics like weather, facilities, and costs.

July 15, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

Three vegan hot dogs from 3 Dot Dash. One has mustard on it, one has mac and cheese and cries, and the other has lettuce and onion. There is a grey brick wall behind.

Food

Celebrate National Hot Dog Day in Tampa Bay style

Calling all glizzy gladiators to chow down on some local dogs.

July 16, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

A family prepares ingredients during a cooking class, including parents and children. An instructor looks on from the other side of the table as metallic bowls cover the surface with brightly colored ingredients. Signage lines the back wall with "AJ's Kitchen Drawer" written.

Food

Up your culinary game at these Tampa Bay area cooking classes

Learn to make European classics, tasty treats, and cheesy delights across TBAY.

July 16, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

Chickens in Ybor City. They are strutting through leaves at Centennial Park.

Live

Unwritten rules of the Tampa Bay area

Tell us you’re from Tampa Bay without telling us you’re from Tampa Bay.

August 2, 2024

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Staff

Three people stand in front of a boat on dry land, two are shaking hands.

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An actor at Busch Gardens dressed in devilish clothing with neon wing lights behind her. The room is lit ominously in red and there are other Halloween-y decorations around.

Culture

Get in the Halloween spirit in the Tampa Bay area

Here’s some ideas for ghoulish ghostly fun ahead of the holiday.

October 22, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

A flooded parking lot at an apartment complex in Clearwater. Cars are submerged in water, mostly halfway up, and there is trash in the standing floodwater.

Weather

Updates on Hurricane Milton’s ongoing impacts in Tampa Bay

Flooding, closures, and changes in FEMA aid are all ongoing following the storm.

October 22, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

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

A pumpkin patch overlooking the Hillsborough River. Pumpkins are scattered on hay, with green chairs ready for photo ops. The Tampa skyline is visible in the distance with cloudy skies overhead.

Events

Enjoy last minute fall and Halloween fun in Tampa Bay

Just like that, it’s almost November. But there’s still plenty to do this weekend.

October 24, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

A crane lying in the road in downtown St. Pete. There is debris everywhere, it's night time, and four people are standing behind the crane. Streetlights are ahead.

Weather

What we know about Milton’s damage (so far)

The storm made landfall around 8:30 p.m. in Siesta Key as a Category 3 hurricane on Wednesday, Oct. 9.

October 10, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

A large group of Bank of Central Florida employees stand in front of the new office, holding a red ribbon and scissors.