WTSP

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
 · 
Bailey LeFever
The Copperhead Course in Palm Harbor. The golf course has green grass, and the word "Innisbrook" cut into a neat hedge on a sloping lawn. There is a lake in the foreground and a golf hole with a bunker visible in the background.
Sports
Get ready to tee off at the Valspar Championship
The PGA Tour is returning to Tampa Bay for the prized contest. Who will come out on top?
March 20, 2025
 · 
Patrick Sidwell
A wide feel made up of light dirt and grass is framed by a pale blue sky with lots of clouds. The lot has fencing, light poles, and a porta potty parked on it.
Development
Pinellas’ Toytown landfill could become a youth sports hub
Clearwater-based Sports Facilities Companies wants to build a plethora of baseball and softball fields, and volleyball and pickleball courts on the land.
March 19, 2025
 · 
Bailey LeFever
A rendering of Gasworx's new W2 mixed-use complex includes mutliple industrial-style buildings with large paneled windows, ground-floor concepts with umbrellas and chairs outside, and pedestrians biking and driving by on the roads around it.
Development
Check in on Tampa’s Gasworx development
KETTLER and Juneau Construction Company just celebrated the topping out of Gasworx W2, which should open in 2026.
March 18, 2025
 · 
Bailey LeFever
Snapinsta.app_401415900_316225168024492_7418102545690314766_n_1080.jpg
Food
Catch a game at one of these Tampa Bay sports bars
We rounded up spots to catch a Bolts, Bucs, or Rays game across Tampa and St. Pete.
March 17, 2025
 · 
Bailey LeFever
Load More
More from TBAYtoday
Two people kneel in a bricked crevice tending to a wood-fire kiln at the Morean Center for Clay.
Culture
8 pottery studios in Tampa Bay
Looking to learn how to throw, or just want to paint a nice frame? We rounded up spots to hone your craft in Tampa Bay.
August 26, 2024
 · 
Bailey LeFever
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
 · 
Patrick Sidwell
A wooden swinging bench at Honeymoon Island State Park. The structure is in the sand, with tufts of grass scattered about, and faces still Gulf of Mexico waters. The white sand contrasts the rich blue water and light blue cloudless sky.
Travel and Outdoors
What changes are proposed for Tampa Bay’s state parks?
A recent statewide proposal mentions Honeymoon Island State Park and Hillsborough River State Park.
August 23, 2024
 · 
Patrick Sidwell
Two men stand behind a pile of fish and one of the men holds one fish up on a Hubbard's Marina boat with other boats and buildings in the background.
Travel and Outdoors
5 Tampa Bay fishing charters
We’re helping you hook in the right tarpon, snook, or deep sea trip for you and your crew.
August 22, 2024
 · 
Bailey LeFever
The bright pink Villa de Leon apartment building on Davis Islands features tons of arched windows, a top-floor balcony, all situated around a green courtyard.
Development
This historic Davis Islands apartment building might be raised up 7+ ft
The move needs to be approved by the City of Tampa.
August 22, 2024
 · 
Bailey LeFever
Multiple pizzas sit on plates with steam coming off the top. They are on a silver countertop with five pies visible, with several different flavor combinations visible.
Play
A guide to Tampa Bay’s pizza scene
Here’s where to grab a slice at 15+ places in Tampa Bay.
August 21, 2024
 · 
Patrick Sidwell
A colonial-style house in Tampa. There are big white pillars, all colored white, behind a green pristine front lawn. The sun is shining and cashing shadows onto the house.
Real Estate
Tampa’s real estate market ranks among nation’s best
WalletHub’s report considered factors like affordability, price appreciation, and days on the market.
August 21, 2024
 · 
Patrick Sidwell
City editors Bailey and Patrick stand on the field at Riverfront Stadium while the Tampa Bay Sun players warm up behind. The sun is shining and the turf is a bright green color. The stands are filling with fans in the background.
Culture
Meet the editors behind TBAYtoday
Say hello to Bailey and Patrick — the brains behind your daily dose of Tampa Bay area news.
August 21, 2024
 · 
Patrick Sidwell
A red food truck with a sign that says Bern's Steak House with two windows is decorated with floral designs and a image of a stone statue of a woman sits on a gravel lot.
Food
Bern’s launches its own food truck at Tampa Bay Sun FC games
Now you can enjoy the steakhouse’s signature eats with a side of soccer.
August 20, 2024
 · 
Bailey LeFever
Workers lay bricks down to form a roadway.
City
3 civic updates for Tampa Bay residents
We’ve got the updates you need to know, from Ybor City’s rebricking to stormwater funding.
August 20, 2024
 · 
Bailey LeFever