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A new 2,000-foot section of the West Riverwalk is under construction near the University of Tampa and is expected to be completed later this year, giving students and the community a new multi-use connection through Plant Park.
The City of Tampa has started a $3.9 million restoration project to preserve the historic George Guida Sr. House and transform the West Tampa landmark into a community gathering space.
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.
The Tampa Police Department, with assistance from the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force, arrested a suspect in connection with the fatal Father's Day shooting that left a 29-year-old man dead in West Tampa.
Tampa Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect after a shooting in West Tampa left a 29-year-old man dead on Father’s Day. Police said no officers were involved in the shooting despite online rumors.
99 Cafe is opening in West Tampa, bringing a modern space and a community-focused mission led by a local manager who built lasting relationships in the area. Grand opening is May 2 from 11 a.m to 3 p.m.
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.
Mayor Jane Castor held a press conference to discuss the West Riverwalk project, a major expansion that will extend the Tampa Riverwalk into Tampa Heights and West Tampa to improve connectivity and mobility across the city.
