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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

An aerial shot of St. Petersburg after Hurricane Helene. Water lines the streets and the water level is high. Smoke rises from a house on the left and grey skies linger overhead with the ocean visible in the distance.

City

What’s in Tampa and St. Pete’s future?

We’re sharing where local leaders see needs across Tampa Bay, from job growth to affordable housing.

May 21, 2025

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Bailey Lefever

Development

Water Street Tampa and Williams Park updates

We’re sharing plans for Water Street Tampa’s latest mixed-use tower and Williams Park upgrades.

July 21, 2025

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Bailey Lefever

Development

Check out 4 new hotels going up in the Tampa Bay area

The dual AC Hotels + Moxy by Marriott hotel will boast a rooftop bar and restaurant, 310 rooms, and plenty of other amenities.

August 26, 2025

An aerial view of the Howard Frankland Bridge in 1960 shows the long bridge connecting Tampa and St. Pete surrounded by dark blue water.

Development

What was Tampa Bay like when the Howard Frankland first opened?

We’re taking a look back at what was going on in our slice of the Gulf Coast in 1960.

March 24, 2025

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Bailey Lefever

Live

16 interesting facts about Tampa Bay

How well do you know Tampa Bay, FL? We’re bringing you some fun facts about the city and its history. If you’re a trivia master (or local enthusiast), give this a try.

July 18, 2024

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Staff

A rendering of the Rays new proposed stadium, showing fans inside a ballpark.

Development

St. Petersburg City Council approves Historic Gas Plant District redevelopment plans

The $6.5 billion plans include a new ballpark for the Tampa Bay Rays.

July 18, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

An overhead look at the transformed Gas Plant District includes a new stadium, multiple towers, and green space.

Development

Plans for the redeveloped Gas Plant District are here

The $6.5 billion transformation includes 5,000+ residential units, 1,250 affordable/workforce housing units, and 750 hotel rooms.

May 10, 2024

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Bailey Lefever

An aerial view of the Straz Center for the Performing Arts building along the Hillsborough River — with multiple Brutalist white buildings, a covered outdoor area, and greenspace.

Development

Take a peek at the Straz Center’s next era and shows

The $80 million project will add new outdoor, dining, office, and rooftop space to the Tampa institution.

April 4, 2025

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Bailey Lefever

Red-checkered chairs and are tucked into tables which are lined by plush, green booths in a room with massive windows and exposed brick.

Play

Stay in the know with 18 new and upcoming Tampa Bay restaurants

Dining in Tampa and St. Pete is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.

August 5, 2025

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Staff

Live

New and coming-soon businesses to Tampa Bay

As Tampa Bay continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently opened businesses.

March 21, 2024

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Bailey Lefever

A black and white photo of Franklin Street in Downtown Tampa taken around 1930. The Tampa Theater is visible in the background, while people walk about in fashion of the time, palm trees are visible, and streetcars make their way through streets. There are some cars around too, and shadows imply it is sunny.

History

Tampa Bay in the 1930s

Following the roaring progress of the 1920s, life in TBAY was not as rosy in the succeeding decade. We did some research.

April 11, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

An iced coffee on a table in Hyde Park Village. The clear container is full of light brown liquid, and the drink is close to the camera on a wooden table. A blurry fountain is in the background, with water spraying down. Trees are visible, and a gap through the trees shows a mostly blue sky with a few clouds.

Live

Your guide to Tampa Bay’s coffee shops

If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.

May 19, 2025

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Bailey Lefever

St James Episcopal Church sits beneath cloudy skies. The red brick building has rounded windows and is surrounded by roads, apartments, and greenery.

Culture

Tampa is getting its first Black History Museum

The project has been years in the making.

June 18, 2024

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Patrick Sidwell

A shot from up high of the Howard Frankland Bridge project. The Bay water is reflecting sunlight, while cars drive along the existing bridge. An incomplete structure spans left to right as crews work on the bridge. The Tampa skyline and South Tampa are in the distance on a bright sunny day.

Development

Comparing Commutes: A study on the new Howard Frankland Bridge

City Editor Bailey sampled the driving experience on the old and new southbound segment of the Howard Frankland Bridge.

March 25, 2025

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Bailey Lefever

Glass figures of all shapes and sizes are at the Chihuly Collection. They are brightly colored.

Play

Kid-friendly activities in Tampa Bay

As Tampa Bay continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently-opened businesses.

December 16, 2024

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Staff