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A drone shot of the overhead of the tattered Tropicana Field roof after Hurricane Milton.
Government
Hurricane damage, voting, and repairs: 3 Tampa Bay civic updates
We’re sharing updates on Tropicana Field repairs, damage to St. Pete parks, and Election Day.
November 4, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
A golf flagstick on a green. There is sun in a partially cloudy sky above, water in the background, and trees surrounding the course.
History
The story of Tampa’s Babe Zaharias Golf Course
We’re taking a deeper look into one of Tampa’s public courses.
November 1, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Someone launches from a platform at a Red Bull Flugtag event. Their blue craft is tilting toward the water from a height, with a team behind them who seemingly just pushed them off the ledge. A crowd watches along the waterfront as the sun shines down.
Events
Get revved up for Red Bull Flugtag
Watch as people launch their flying machines off an 8.5m flight deck over water.
October 31, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
Hyde Park Village in the sunshine. There is someone walking along the sidewalk in the background, while tables and chairs line the square. Trees are overhead and shops line the buildings in the background.
Travel and Outdoors
Tampa Bay’s most walkable neighborhoods
Here’s a few ideas for stretching your legs and getting round on the original mode of transportation.
October 30, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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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Bailey LeFever
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A rendering of The Beachmaker Hotel. The building is a mix of white, brown, and grey, with balconies and deck chairs lining the upper floors. A row of palm trees sits in front, and the ocean is visible in the background.
Development
Say hello to The Beachmaker — Madeira Beach’s next luxury hotel
The hotel is part of the quaint seaside city’s ongoing makeover.
May 13, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A photo of the sun setting at a beach in St. Petersburg, FL. The sand has some brown seagrass on it, and the sun sets above the ocean in the distance. Tall, thin palm trees also line the beach and the sky is blue + orange.
Culture
Submit your favorite photo of the Tampa Bay area
We’re celebrating National Photography Month in TBAY style.
May 13, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Airports and Transportation
Buckle up for two Tampa Bay area transportation updates
We’re updating you on a bike lane extension, downtown Tampa road closure, and a new public transit survey.
May 10, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
An overhead look at the transformed Gas Plant District includes a new stadium, multiple towers, and green space.
Development
Plans for the redeveloped Gas Plant District are here
The $6.5 billion transformation includes 5,000+ residential units, 1,250 affordable/workforce housing units, and 750 hotel rooms.
May 10, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
Chips and guac, some cocktails, and mozzarella sticks on a patio table beside a couch.
Food
Offline: The restaurant subscription club that will introduce you to your new favorite Tampa Bay eatery
This genius app will match you with great local restaurants to try — and then give you money towards the tab.
May 9, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
A rendering of Central Park St. Pete. The five-story concept has tables out front with people eating, people walking by and cycling by, and a yellow brick wall lined with windows and a balcony.
Development
New plans unveiled for Central Park St. Pete
The food hall is set to open later this year.
May 9, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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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Bailey LeFever
A black and white aerial shot of Tampa International Airport taken in 1979.
History
Looking back at Tampa Bay’s storm of 1979
It’s been 45 years since the Tampa Bay area experienced one of its worst ever storms.
May 7, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Mayor Jane Castor speaks at a podium. A screen is next to her, with her image on it. A crowd sits in front, some of whom are taking photos.
City
Lessons from Mayor Jane Castor at the State of Tampa’s Downtown Forum
The mayor spoke at this year’s event, and offered insight into the current + future landscape of our home.
May 7, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Soldiers in camp uniforms aim guns at an off-screen target
City
The “Battle of the Bay” takes over downtown Tampa this week.
Don’t worry, it’s not a real battle.
May 6, 2024
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Bailey LeFever