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A steak with garnish and a charred lemon sits atop a black plate on a wood table, with multiple cocktail glasses.
Food
Tampa Bay area restaurants open on Christmas
Bookmark this list for when you don’t feel like cheffing it up for the holidays.
December 10, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
Raymond James Stadium is full of Bucs fans. There is sun shining on some of the stadium, with shadow creeping across from the near side to the far side. Floodlights are beginning to turn on as players warm up on the field, and the mostly blue sky sits ahead.
Sports
Champa Bay updates: Rays’ potential move, Bucs stay on top, and ReliaQuest Bowl updates
We’re checking in on where the Rays might play in 2026, the Bucs’ victorious run, and who’s playing in the ReliaQuest Bowl.
December 9, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
Heather Krueger, Julia Rifino and Susan Haldeman hang out by the bar in the Stageworks Theatre’s hilarious production of “The Great American Trailer Park Christmas Musical.
Theater
Put these Tampa Bay winter shows on your calendar
From inventive vaudeville-esque chamber shows to holiday classics, we’ve got you covered.
December 6, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
A rendering of the Rays new proposed stadium, showing fans inside a ballpark.
Sports
St. Pete City Council approves bonds for Rays stadium
The deal still hinges on money from Pinellas County Commission.
December 5, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
MOSI's Iconic Blue Dome is framed by a blue sky and sits atop grass.
Travel and Outdoors
Dome Theatre at MOSI to reopen in 2025
After a multi-million dollar renovation, the improved MOSI facility will take the title of America’s second-largest digital dome planetarium.
December 4, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
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Two pictures of the same Ybor City building, one in black and white, and one in color, sit side by side.
Arts
Take a peek at “Photo Ybor: Then and Now”
The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts’ new exhibit juxtaposes iconic Tampa photographs with shots of the same locations today.
July 19, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
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
A vintage-looking photo of Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield wearing an orange creamsicle football uniform. His retro glasses have orange lenses, and he's wearing an old-school headband. There is a boombox next to the bench he's sat on, he's looking at the camera with a serious expression, and the background is a plain red sheet.
Sports
Load the cannons: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ 2024 season is on the horizon
The Bucs have announced several special events for the upcoming campaign, including the return of their creamsicle jerseys.
July 18, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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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
Bayshore Boulevard has clouds above it. The water is blue and we are looking south along the sidewalk.
Weather
Taking a peek at Tampa’s new heat resilience playbook
The guide will help the city protect residents from increasing high temperatures.
July 17, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
Drone shot of Tampa skyline at dusk.
Travel and Outdoors
Here’s what cities our readers think are most similar to Tampa
While these aren’t officially Tampa’s sister cities, you seem to see a bond with our home.
July 17, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
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
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
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
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