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The Selmon Expressway viaduct sits above the Hillsborough River. Tampa's skyline is behind it, and there are blue skies overhead.
Culture
Give these 6 Tampa Bay podcasts a listen
From history and news to sports and development, we’ve got your ears covered.
November 15, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
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Sports
Rays to play 2025 season at Steinbrenner Field
The stadium seats 11,000 fans and just received major upgrades.
November 14, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
The back of a gorgous beachfront Airbnb. The sun is setting over the ocean, deck chairs line the pool and palm trees divide the yard from the beach.
Play
16 creative staycation ideas in and around Tampa Bay
From tiny houses and beachfront mansions to tropical oases, the Tampa Bay area is full of unique places to stay that offer a change from the traditional.
November 13, 2024
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Staff
A helicopter flies over Raymond James Stadium before Super Bowl LV. Tampa's skyline is visible in the background.
Festivals
Country Thunder is coming to Tampa
The lineup is one to beat, featuring Jelly Roll, Blake Shelton, and Riley Green.
November 13, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
A drone shot of the overhead of the tattered Tropicana Field roof after Hurricane Milton.
Sports
Rays stadium repairs total $56+ million
An early report shows the stadium is still a viable option, but won’t be ready in time for the 2025 season.
November 12, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
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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
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Culture
Take a peek at these Tampa Bay Mother’s Day meals
Celebrate that motherly figure with oysters, a custom bouquet, or some skyline views.
May 6, 2024
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Bailey LeFever