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A pile of debris outside a pink home in Gulfport. The home's windows are boarded up following Hurricane Helene, and there is standing water in the street. There are clear skies above, and it looks like the sun is setting at dusk.
Weather
Advice for Tampa Bay FEMA applicants and more ways to help local Helene victims
As the toll of the storm becomes clearer, we’re sharing more and more resources to assist those impacted in TBAY.
October 01, 2024 01:30 PM
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Patrick Sidwell
Photos of Juno & the Peacock and Pluma, showing food, interior, drinks, exterior, and other elements of the restaurant.
Play
Stay in the know with 20 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.
September 25, 2024
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Staff
A seafoam green curved building with a neon red sign reading "Gulfport Casino" is framed with palm trees underneath a light blue and cotton candy sky.
Culture
Turn back time at these nostalgic activity ideas in Tampa Bay
Here’s a list for those longing for some old-fashioned fun for date night, a family-friendly day out, or something to get you out of the usual routine.
September 20, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Purple flowers — called Queen's Wreath Vine — are close to the camera. Their petals hang down in front of tropical green leaves.
Travel and Outdoors
Smell the flowers at these Tampa Bay area botanical gardens
These five gardens have an abundance of natural floral beauty and native wildlife.
September 16, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A black and white photo of the bar at Sky Puppy Brewing. The beer taps have bats on them and sit on a brick wall with moody lightning and shadows throughout. Three bar stools sit empty by a light bar countertop and a bat statue on the bar.
Small Business
Sky Puppy Brewing debuts in Ybor City
The bar has been years in the making.
September 16, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A colorful bowl of food. There is salmon, cucumber, red onion, cress, greens, thinly slices carrots, white rice, edamame beans, black and white sesame seeds and an orange-yellow sauce inside a white bowl. A hand holds the bowl and behind the food there's a tropical plant.
Food
Ready your taste buds for Safety Harbor Restaurant Week
The third annual event is offering deals aplenty to keep you (and your wallet) full.
September 12, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A white TBAYtoday logo sits on a bright blue background. A gift box is on the right of the photo with a number 2 balloon and confetti coming out of it.
Culture
Happy birthday to TBAYtoday
We’re looking back at our favorite stories from our first two years.
September 6, 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.
Live
20 vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Tampa Bay
Dig into delicious and nutritious vegan and vegetarian fare in every corner of the Tampa Bay area.
August 28, 2024
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Staff
The Gallagher brothers perform with Oasis. There is yellow smoke and lighting around while they sing into microphones and play instruments.
Culture
Celebrate the Oasis reunion in Tampa Bay style
While the band’s comeback tour only has shows in the UK and Ireland, we wanted to bring the fun to TBAY.
August 27, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A black and white photo of military planes flying over the City of Tampa. There are five planes above a smattering of high rises and the Hillsborough River.
History
Tampa Bay in the 1940s
It was a decade of war, victory, and growth for the Tampa Bay area.
August 23, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A sprawling tree at Eureka Springs Park. There are tentacle-like branches covered in Spanish Moss and greenery surrounding the arbor. A blue sky is visible through the leaves and plants sit beneath the tree.
Culture
Cozy up with a book at these Tampa Bay reading spots
Our area is full of quiet corners, calm beaches, and tranquil coffee shops for you to turn a few pages.
August 19, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Inside the new upgrades to Amalie Arena
Owners say they’ve invested millions of dollars into the upgrades.
October 3, 2024
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Hunt for the perfect pumpkin at these 5 Tampa Bay area patches
These local spots boast tons of pumpkin variety, corn stalks, mums, axe throwing, mazes, and more.
October 3, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
A muddy wall in a brewery. A lifesaver raft is on the wall and a silver brewery tank is on the left of the screen. It's a scene of damage left behind by Hurricane Helene.
Volunteer
Find a verified GoFundMe for Tampa Bay’s Hurricane Helene victims
We’re giving even more ways to give back as the continue gets back on its feet.
October 2, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Three rescue dogs. One is in a pool, one is looking at the camera, and another is smiling with his tongue out.
Government
Hillsborough County’s animal shelter is overflowing
A bigger facility could be on its way to help resolve the issue.
October 2, 2024
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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.
Weather
How to help Hurricane Helene victims and find other resources across Tampa Bay
In the wake of the storm, there are plenty of ways to help our community get back on its feet.
September 30, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Jimmy Carter speaking at a podium in 1979 at Thomas Jefferson High School with the US flag as a backdrop behind him
City
Jimmy Carter at 100: His visits to the Tampa Bay area
Plus, see how you can send a message to the former president to celebrate his centennial birthday.
September 27, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A concertgoer watching live music at Amalie Arena.
Music
Still to come in 2024: 10 Tampa Bay area concerts
The final quarter of 2024 is packed with performances from legendary singers, 1980s icons, rap stars, and rising pop stars.
September 26, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A map of the state of Florida shows predicted storm surge during Hurricane Helene, with 5-8 ft of surge predicted for Tampa Bay.
Weather
Hurricane Helene updates and post-storm resources
We’re sharing need-to-know info for tracking the storm and getting back on your feet after it passes.
September 25, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
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Hurricane Helene info in Tampa Bay
We’ve rounded up resources on where to get sandbags, how to sign up for emergency alerts, and other ways to stay informed during the storm.
September 24, 2024
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Monica Garske