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A close-up shot of the Eiffel Tower from below. The Olympic rings are on the front of the tower, and we are looking up at it as it sits beneath a clear blue sky.
Sports
Meet the Paralympians representing Tampa Bay at the 2024 Paris Games
Two athletes with TBAY ties are going for the gold.
August 27, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Snorkelers take in coral underwater
Travel and Outdoors
Help is on the way for Biscayne National Park’s reefs
The National Park Foundation just announced a $100 million donation that will go toward work on projects like Biscayne National Park’s reef restoration.
August 26, 2024
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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.
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
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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
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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
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Patrick Sidwell
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Food
Tampa Bay spots featured on “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives”
The self proclaimed “Mayor of Flavortown” has brought the Triple-D production to the Tampa Bay area on many occasions and we’re hungry for the details.
December 18, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
A sign for the Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park. The closeup shot also features a wreath.
6 festive activities this week in Tampa Bay
Christmas is coming, it’s time to get in the spirit.
December 15, 2023
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Patrick Sidwell
A bungalow in Hyde Park. It is painted light green and there is a porch out front.
Real Estate
Tampa Bay’s bungalow history
Become a bungalow buff with this breakdown of the historic homes seen throughout TBAY.
December 15, 2023
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Patrick Sidwell
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City
Here’s the lineup for Gasparilla Music Festival 2024
From Young the Giant to Tampa Metro Youth Orchestra, there’s something for everyone.
December 14, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
Survey
TBAY Demographic Survey
We need a little help from you. We believe it’s important to ask the right people the right questions — right here in the community.
December 13, 2023
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Staff
The Florida Orchestra prepares to play at the Mahaffey Theater. The crowd is filling up.
Music
Check out a TBAY concert this weekend
There’s a lot of live music in the Tampa Bay area over the next few days.
December 13, 2023
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Patrick Sidwell
NYE fireworks
Events
Your guide to New Year’s Eve in Tampa Bay
From all-night parties to daytime firework shows, we’ve got you covered.
December 12, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
A silver machine located inside of a white building, shown behind an open door and window.
City
Tampa Water Department working to address “forever chemicals” with new technology
The department is exploring state-of-the-art tech to help meet the EPA’s future drinking water regulations and address “forever chemicals.”
December 11, 2023
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Brianna Williams
Sneakers on pavement.
Culture
Walking trends in Tampa
Average daily walking trips dropped by 36% in the US between 2019 and 2022 — see how Tampa compares.
December 11, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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City
6 Tampa Bay Pilates studios
Now introducing your new favorite workout — complete with strength and flexibility exercises, and machines.
December 8, 2023
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Bailey LeFever