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Walking trends in Tampa

Average daily walking trips dropped by 36% in the US between 2019 and 2022 — see how Tampa compares.

December 11, 2023

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Emily Shea-Owen

The multi-story pink Colony hotel juts into the light blue sky, framed by palm trees and decked out with an American and Florida flags.

The ultimate road trip to Palm Beach

Hit the road and head to Palm Beach — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.

October 29, 2024

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A fort surrounded by cerulean water, a wall, and mangroves

Travel and Outdoors

Hit the road: Explore Florida’s national parks

Take in the beauty of three Florida national parks all within driving distance from Tampa Bay.

June 3, 2025

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The ultimate road trip to Williston, FL

Hit the road and head to Williston, FL — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.

March 28, 2023

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Travel and Outdoors

Tampa’s new e-bike voucher program starts in March

Tampa officials are gearing up for Florida Bike Month.

February 28, 2023

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Crystal River shines blue. It is surrounded by trees.

Culture

10 day trips from the Tampa Bay area

If you want to hit the road, but not go too far, you’re in the right place.

January 18, 2024

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A man and woman cheers cocktails on a rooftop bar by the ocean.

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Raymond James Stadium for a Bucs game. The players are warming up and fans are taking their seats.

Culture

Get ready for some last-gasp drama, Buccaneers fans

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have one last shot to make it into the NFL Playoffs.

January 3, 2024

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A crowd watches on at the MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre. Lana del Rey is playing soon and the sky is dark.

Culture

Score $25 tickets to Tampa Bay shows during Live Nation’s Concert Week

The annual deal runs through Tuesday, May 14.

May 8, 2024

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A close up shot of a rose with water petals on it. The red rose is surrounded by dark green leaves.

Culture

A sonnet for TBAY

Valentine’s Day has got us in our feelings for the most wonderful place to be.

February 13, 2024

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The TECO Line Streetcar is directly ahead and is riding away from the camera. There is sunlight coming in from the left and a destination sign on the streetcar reads, "Downtown Tampa."

History

Ding ding. The TECO Line Streetcar is free to ride for another year.

The free ride continues on the iconic yellow carriage.

September 26, 2023

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A reindeer walks through the snow. There are others grazing behind it.

City

How would Santa’s reindeer spend Christmas in Tampa Bay?

We wouldn’t want Rudolph getting bored now, would we?

December 1, 2023

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Rendering of the plans in Water Street Tampa. A building with a green roof and brown-colored design sits among the high rises. It's designed to be an office building.

Development

Check out the next phase of Water Street Tampa’s development

Owners just released the game plan for the swanky neighborhood’s future.

April 29, 2024

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Culture

Road repair 101

December 19, 2022

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A pumpkin patch sits by the Hillsborough River outside Armature Works. The Tampa skyline is in the background.

City

Tampa Bay area Halloween safety guide

Happy Halloween, TBAY. Make sure to follow these tips to stay safe out there tonight.

October 30, 2023

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Three men carry an old wood pallet along the road in Tampa, with the Bay in the background.

City

Help clean Tampa Bay area streets and highways

We’re sharing how to adopt a road, highway, or shoreline in our area.

November 11, 2024

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Events

Making Labor Day weekend plans around the Tampa Bay area

You’ve got an extra day this weekend, and we’ve got nine ways to use it.

August 31, 2023

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Brianna Williams

Two workers pave over a pothole. They have long brushes and the asphalt is darker over the patches they are working on.

City

How to report potholes in the Tampa Bay area

You have the power to fix the roads.

February 1, 2024

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Downtown Tampa from Harbor Island at sunset

Government

Fixing roads, adding sidewalks top of mind in Tampa’s proposed 2024 budget

Read more about Tampa Thrives and the $1.92 billion proposed budget.

August 3, 2023

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Sarah Leonhardt

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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The Selmon Expressway viaduct sits above the Hillsborough River. Tampa's skyline is behind it, and there are blue skies overhead.

City

Plans to develop the Selmon Expressway have been tweaked

We rounded up some info on the ongoing plans to update the road.

February 29, 2024

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City

Tampa’s $2 billion, 30-year Mobility Plan break down

Here’s what you need to know about Tampa’s first-ever Mobility Plan.

July 19, 2023

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