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Chickens in Ybor City. They are strutting through leaves at Centennial Park.
Live
Unwritten rules of the Tampa Bay area
Tell us you’re from Tampa Bay without telling us you’re from Tampa Bay.
August 2, 2024
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Staff
Leaders clap onstage at the Tampa Bay Sun FC release party celebration.
Sports
Kick off Tampa Bay Sun FC’s inaugural season
The team’s first match is Sunday, Aug. 18, but the festivities start this week.
August 2, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
A photo of Mannatan Ave and Vasconia Street with flooding on the roads. The residential area has houses around and there are cars driving through the water nearby.
Government
Breaking down Tampa’s budget: Stormwater edition
The city is making plans to improve drainage in its flood-prone areas.
August 1, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Food
Chompa Bay: Predalina named one of Yelp’s Best New Restaurants in the South
The Mediterranean spot is latest TBAY eatery to achieve acclaim.
July 31, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
A downed tree with its roots in the air along the road in St. Pete.
City
Tampa Electric is moving some power lines underground
We’re checking in on the utility’s progress as hurricane season continues in Tampa Bay.
July 31, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
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A photo of St. Pete's waterfront. There are palm trees lining the water and Al Lang Stadium is in the background, surrounded by high rises.
City
3 Tampa Bay area building and development updates
Here is a quick roundup of some of the building projects and developments going on in our area.
October 24, 2023
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Patrick Sidwell
Phoebe the flamingo is pictured from close range. There are blurry travelers walking behind her, indicating motion.
City
Dive into the origins of Tampa International’s Phoebe the Flamingo with artist Matthew Mazzotta
It’s hard to miss the sculpture when catching a flight at TPA. We interviewed the man who created it.
October 24, 2023
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Patrick Sidwell
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
City
Put your October news knowledge to the test with this Tampa Bay crossword
Have you been reading your newsletters? Test your local news knowledge from the past ~30 days.
October 23, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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City
Welcome to the Haunted Wharf
Head down to Sparkman Wharf this week + weekend for a jail cell, siren swing, dancing, spooky eats, caricatures, and eats.
October 23, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
The Hyde Park pumpkin patch sits under blue skies. There are trees above and cars driving around.
City
4 last minute Tampa Bay Halloween activity ideas
It’s almost time for the spookiest day of the year. We’ve got four quick ideas that will get you in the spirit.
October 20, 2023
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Patrick Sidwell
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Real Estate
Hot Homes: 4 Tampa Bay area homes perfect for entertaining
From a waterfront Italian palace to a French chateau esque escape, we’ve got you covered.
October 19, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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Government
Take a look at the plans for Hillsborough’s new African American Arts and Cultural Center
The 50,000-sqft center will be home to public experience, event, and meeting spaces, galleries, labs, studios, retail, and a café.
October 19, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
A full crowd watches on from the lawn at MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre. It is night time and people are mostly sitting on blankets.
22 upcoming concerts in the Tampa Bay area
Get the calendar out. From Doja Cat to Dr. Seuss, there are loads of shows to look forward to in our area.
October 18, 2023
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Patrick Sidwell
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Music
Rock out on the riverfront at this year’s Tampa Pig Jig
Here are our tips for attending this year’s country music and barbecue party.
October 17, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
A view from up high inside Amalie Arena as the Lightning play against the Nashville Predators. The crowd watches on as players skate on the ice.
Sports
What’s the latest in the Tampa Bay sports scene?
It’s called Champa Bay for a reason — we like to win. But it can be hard to keep up with all that winning, so here’s a handy roundup of the sports happenings in our area.
October 16, 2023
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Patrick Sidwell