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Construction workers continue working on massive rocks within an exhibit.
Travel and Outdoors
Traipse inside The Florida Aquarium’s new Tide Pool experience
Explore a slice of the Pacific Northwest’s coast with more than 200+ marine creatures.
July 10, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
Orange and yellow fireworks burst over the water before two high rises, near a green shore with trees. Colorful lights from the city are reflected in the water.
Events
5 Tampa Bay Fourth of July parties
Take your pick of celebrations across the Tampa Bay area, from a water ski show and baseball game to an apple pie-eating contest.
July 3, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
The interior of BODYROK. There are pilates machines and blueish purple lighting inside, with a mirror lining the wall.
Live
35+ gyms in the Tampa Bay area
From lifting weights, indoor rock climbing, personal training, dance fitness, boxing classes, and martial arts programs — we’ve rounded up 39 gyms and fitness offerings in TBAY.
July 2, 2025
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Staff
Two towers framed by palm trees and light blue sky in downtown St. Pete.
Development
St. Pete is getting a new Autograph Collection hotel
The Central is coming soon to the EDGE District, with a hotel, parking garage, office tower, and retail space.
July 1, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
A drone shot of the overhead of the tattered Tropicana Field roof after Hurricane Milton.
Weather
Prep for hurricane season in the Tampa Bay area
The months-long season runs through the end of November.
June 26, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
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The best parks in Tampa Bay for walks, picnics, and play
We’re highlighting the 30 best parks that Tampa Bay has to offer — complete with dog beaches, pickleball courts, and scenic views.
April 14, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
A long, white red light therapy bed branded "NEO Light" glows orange as its door is set open.
Wellness
Test out Pause Midtown’s wellness services with us
City Editor Bailey tried some of the recently opened studio’s services, and reported back.
April 11, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
The rendering of the Busch Gardens' new realm: Wild Oasis, a leafy, jungle-inspired area with a drop tower, fake mountain, and mist.
Development
TBAY Development updates: Busch Gardens and USF projects
We take a look at the stadium’s progress and incoming changes to Busch Gardens.
April 9, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
A shot of Airside F at Tampa International Airport at night. There is a brooding sunset in the background, with deep red, purple, and orange tones. Floodlights light the airport and cars drive past the terminal.
How to get your REAL ID in Tampa Bay
The deadline to obtain your REAL ID is coming up on May 7, 2025 — here’s how and why to get one in Florida.
April 8, 2025
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Brianna Williams
An aerial view of the Straz Center for the Performing Arts building along the Hillsborough River — with multiple Brutalist white buildings, a covered outdoor area, and greenspace.
Development
Take a peek at the Straz Center’s next era and shows
The $80 million project will add new outdoor, dining, office, and rooftop space to the Tampa institution.
April 4, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
Raymond James Stadium is full of Bucs fans. There is sun shining on some of the stadium, with shadow creeping across from the near side to the far side. Floodlights are beginning to turn on as players warm up on the field, and the mostly blue sky sits ahead.
Sports
Take a peek at upgrades to Tampa sports facilities
The City of Tampa just unveiled big upgrades to the Riverfront Recreation Center, and massive renovations could be on the way to Raymond James Stadium.
April 2, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
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Sports
The NCAA Women’s Final Four arrives in Tampa
We’re breaking down the action, from dribble parades to a free concert headlined by GloRilla.
April 1, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
Mayor Jane Castor sits at the far left of the photo, wearing her Tampa police uniform, as she sits on a Women's History Month panel. She is seated alongside three other female local leaders.
History
Meet Tampa Bay’s female mayors past and present
We’re sharing the story and accomplishments of the four women who have led Tampa and St. Pete over the last century.
March 28, 2025
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Bailey Lefever
George M. Steinbrenner Field in the sunshine. The stands are empty, and the new temporary Rays hoardings and signage lines the stadium. We are positioned outside the stadium looking in, as grounds crew can be seen working on the field and diamond.
Sports
The calm after the storm: It’s time for Rays baseball to finally return
After arguably the most tumultuous off season in MLB history, the Tampa Bay Rays are getting ready to do their talking on the diamond.
March 26, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell
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City
3 Tampa Bay civic updates: SunRail, Tampa Bay Water, and St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport
We’re shining some light on the latest expansions and transportation changes across the Tampa Bay area.
March 26, 2025
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Bailey Lefever