Hotel Flor celebrates 100 years with a journey through time
As Hotel Flor approaches its 100th anniversary, the downtown Tampa landmark is honoring its past with monthly celebrations inspired by the decades that shaped its history.
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West Tampa's The Brisket Shoppe earns Michelin Guide recommendation
The Brisket Shoppe has earned a Michelin Guide recommendation, making it the only barbecue restaurant recognized in the Tampa Bay area while celebrating its West Tampa roots and commitment to scratch-made barbecue.
Tampa volunteers plant 3,500 trees at future New Tampa park
The City of Tampa planted 3,500 native trees at the future K-Bar Ranch park as part of its ongoing effort to restore the city's tree canopy and reach its goal of planting 30,000 trees by 2030.
Give shelter pets a reason to wag this Christmas in July
SPCA Tampa Bay is asking the community to donate toys, treats and enrichment items during its first Christmas in July Donation Drive to support shelter animals.
Tampa Convention Center named one of five venues worldwide to receive 2026 Venue Excellence Award
The Tampa Convention Center is one of five venues worldwide to receive the 2026 Venue Excellence Award.
Great Explorations invites community to help shape new Discovery Center
Great Explorations Children's Museum is inviting the community to help shape its new Discovery Center through a series of free forums where residents can preview plans and share ideas.
Tampa to host free FIFA World Cup watch party for Argentina vs. Cape Verde
Tampa residents are invited to cheer on Cape Verde and Argentina during a free FIFA World Cup watch party at The Sail Plaza outside the Tampa Convention Center.
Construction continues on TPA's first new airside in nearly 20 years
Tampa International Airport's $1.52 billion Airside D project remains on schedule for a 2029 opening as crews continue building the airport's first new airside terminal in nearly two decades.
Registration opens for 33rd Ride and Run With the Stars fundraiser
Registration is now open for the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office's annual Ride and Run With the Stars fundraiser, featuring new race options this year.
Tiny sea turtle makes big comeback after Florida Aquarium rehabilitation
After being rescued in February suffering from cold-stunning, Purple the green sea turtle has returned to the ocean after months of rehabilitation at the Florida Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center.
Making a splash: City of Tampa promotes drowning prevention through World’s Largest Swimming Lesson
More than 500 children dove into lifesaving swim lessons during the City of Tampa’s World’s Largest Swimming Lesson, where families learned water safety skills and officials highlighted the importance of drowning prevention.
New Florida bill targets e-bike safety after surge in injuries
As e-bike injuries continue to rise across Tampa Bay, a new Florida bill could bring stricter safety rules for riders, including speed limits near pedestrians and new crash reporting requirements.
ZooTampa celebrates baby boom after 54 births since January
ZooTampa is celebrating a baby boom with 54 animal births since the start of the year, including three new arrivals welcomed in May.
Solar program aims to make renewable energy more affordable for Tampa residents
Solar United Neighbors and Switch Together launched a program to help Tampa Bay residents access affordable solar installations through group pricing, education and installer guidance.
Tampa Bay Coastal Master Plan enters next phase with focus on community input
The Tampa Bay Coastal Master Plan has entered its next phase, collecting community feedback to identify flood risks and help guide future resilience projects across seven counties.
Career Glow Up job fair connects Tampa job seekers with employers and resources
The City of Tampa’s Career Glow Up job fair returns June 12, giving job seekers the chance to meet employers, strengthen resumes and explore new career opportunities.
From parks to storm drains, Clearwater residents can make a difference
Clearwater's Adopt-a-Park, Street, Trail and Drain programs are giving residents a hands-on way to improve public spaces while supporting environmental stewardship and building community pride throughout the city.
USF Student's app connects Tampa Bay residents with local business deals
A University of South Florida student created an app called 9Yaps, connecting Tampa Bay residents with deals from local restaurants and barbershops. What started as a simple newsletter has grown into a platform with 100 businesses and 10,000 downloads.