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Tourism and Hospitality
Meet a penguin at the Florida Aquarium’s Waddle Week
The Florida Aquarium is celebrating the upcoming World Penguin Day with a free meet-and-greet with their tuxedo-ed crew.
April 23, 2026 05:57 PM
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Bailey LeFever
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Small Business
Tampa Bay birthday freebies and deals
We rounded up free birthday gifts around Tampa Bay, FL to eat and sip on.
June 21, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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Events
Water Street Pride Market guide
This weekend’s market features live music, an arts experience, and face painting.
June 15, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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Small Business
Tampa Bay floral arranging classes
We’re packing a floral punch.
June 15, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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Sports
USF approves $340 million stadium financing plan
The final renderings have yet to be released.
June 13, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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Events
Tampa Bay Father’s Day specials
Ready to treat dad to a delicious meal or new experience this holiday?
June 13, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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City
Tampa Bay summertime drink specials
We’re cooling down with these fun bevvies.
June 9, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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Culture
Direct flights to Puerto Rico from TPA under $150
We’re taking TBAY to the Island of Enchantment this summer with low-cost direct flights from TPA.
June 8, 2023
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Brad Haft
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City
Tampa Restaurant Week is back
This year’s event includes buzzy spots like Bouzy and Azure at Edition.
June 7, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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City
Tampa Bay boat rentals and rides
Hankering to get on the water? We’ve got some ideas.
June 7, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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City
This Tampa bakery is serving “Gilmore Girls"-themed baked goods
Care for a Team Max latte or “Breakfast at Luke’s” macaroon?
June 5, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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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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Bailey LeFever
The Tampa Bay area's double-decker Cross Bay Ferry sits docked waiting for its next ride, surrounded by blue skies.
Government
Tampa Bay civic updates: Cross Bay Ferry + hurricane relief and preparation
Check in on plans for a new Cross Bay Ferry service, spending federal relief dollars, and preparation for this year’s hurricane season.
June 2, 2025
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.
City
2 new Tampa Bay affordable housing and resiliency projects
Four Tampa neighborhoods scored resiliency upgrades + Pinellas is getting more affordable housing.
May 28, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
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Travel and Outdoors
Rent a private pool in the Tampa Bay metro
Explore unique pools across the metro for a refreshing getaway, whether you’re hosting a gathering or just enjoying some solo relaxation.
May 23, 2025
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Travis Meier
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Events
Honor our nation’s heroes in Tampa Bay this Memorial Day
We’re sharing seven ideas for commemorating the day across Hillsborough and Pinellas.
May 23, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
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
Two people kneel in a bricked crevice tending to a wood-fire kiln at the Morean Center for Clay.
Arts
Your guide to art classes in the Tampa Bay area
From needlepoint and knitting to ceramics, we’ve got you (paint) covered.
May 20, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
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
Ya La’ford sits in front of an orange potter's wheel with clay on her hands and listens to a man sharing insights art form.
Arts
Q+A with Tampa Bay multimedia artist Ya La’ford
Spend some time with the renowned artist, as she shares about her local inspiration and future projects.
May 16, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
A red-haired woman leans down to hit a green ball with a pickleball paddle to toward two men across the outdoor court which is next to multiple courts.
Sports
Prep your paddle: Tampa is getting more pickleball courts
Just in time for summer, the Cigar City is adding new pickleball options to local parks.
May 14, 2025
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Bailey LeFever