Tampa nears 10,000 affordable housing goal under Castor administration
Tampa is nearing Mayor Jane Castor’s goal of creating 10,000 affordable housing opportunities, with more than 8,300 units completed or currently in development across the city.
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Tampa’s Stay & Play program returns for summer with free activities for teens
Tampa Parks and Recreation’s Stay & Play program returns May 29 through Aug. 8, offering teens ages 13-19 free evening activities, meals and supervised spaces at recreation centers across the city.
Water violations continue rising across Tampa amid drought conditions
Tampa Bay remains under Phase III water restrictions as drought conditions persist across the region and water violations continue to rise. City officials said more than 430 customers have received citations since the order took effect in December 2025
Engrained Lifestyle Apparel expands from online to first storefront at Sparkman Wharf
Strategic Property Partners, LLC announced that Engrained Lifestyle Apparel, a Tampa-born lifestyle apparel brand inspired by the city’s culture and community, will open its first storefront at Sparkman Wharf.
SOF Week brings economic impact, highlights Tampa’s military community
SOF Week returns to downtown Tampa May 18-21, bringing thousands of military personnel, defense leaders and visitors to the area along with demonstrations, road closures and heavy traffic.
Downtown Tampa road closures, traffic delays expected through May 30
Downtown Tampa drivers can expect major traffic delays, lane reductions and road closures from May 18 through May 30 due to demolition work and SOF Week events near the Tampa Convention Center.
Advocates call on Tampa City Council to act on affordable energy reforms
Local advocacy groups are calling on Tampa City Council to support affordable energy reforms after proposed bills failed during Florida’s 2026 legislative session, while concerns over rising TECO electric bills continue.
Mayor Jane Castor delivers State of the City Address, emphasizes a city built to last
Mayor Jane Castor’s 2026 State of the City Address highlighted major investments in infrastructure, housing, transportation, public safety and climate resilience, as she outlined Tampa’s continued growth strategy focused on strengthening the city’s foundation for the future.
New $30K grant brings community ideas to Tampa neighborhood spaces
A new $30,000 grant from the Tampa Downtown Partnership will fund community-driven projects aimed at reimagining neighborhood spaces, with applications open through May 31.
Salcines Park reopens in West Tampa after $1.4M renovation
Salcines Park, in West Tampa, has reopened following a $1.4 million renovation by the Tampa Community Redevelopment Agency. The redesign centers around the “Faces of West Tampa” mural, honoring community leaders while creating a refreshed space for residents and visitors to connect.
‘Liberty by the Bay’ lights up Tampa with drone show, fireworks this Fourth of July
The City of Tampa is preparing its largest-ever “Liberty by the Bay” celebration to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary, bringing a full evening of Fourth of July festivities to Julian B. Lane Park and locations across the city.
Tampa community honors 3Rs winners for environmental art, poetry
For Earth Day, families gathered to celebrate the 21st annual 3Rs winners, recognizing students who created artwork and poetry promoting environmental stewardship.
City of Tampa’s First Earth Fair Aims to Grow Sustainability Efforts
The City of Tampa is putting down roots for a new tradition with its first-ever Earth Fair, taking place April 19 at Al Lopez Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event is designed to grow community awareness around sustainability while giving residents the tools and knowledge to take action.