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Wat Thai Temple in Tampa. - Julie Busch
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Party Fever: Blazing A Campaign Trail In Florida

Young workers in their 20s and 30s provide much of the energy behind Florida's often vigorous political campaigns as candidates crisscross the state reaching out to as many voters as they can touch in the months leading up to the November election. 83 Degrees offers an inside look at two rising stars behind the candidates. Meet Naomi Berlin and Adam Smith.read on…

Green Beings Feed A Hunger In Tampa Bay

Residents of the Tampa Bay region don't have to travel far to find Earth-friendly green businesses that cater to every whim. Shops run by dedicated environmentalists and entrepreneurs remain true to Mother Nature and Father Time by engaging in sales and trades designed to ensure our sustainability.read on…

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Transportation

The Tampa Bay region's love affair with the automobile may change in coming years as community leaders apply for federal stimulus money to build high-speed rail to Orlando and ask voters to consider paying extra sales taxes to support light rail. Both ideas are gaining traction among certain sectors and are likely to be fueled farther by the growing number of people demanding greater transportation options such as pedestrian friendly streets, water taxis and bicycle paths. read on…

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Sarasota

Sarasota

Sarasota and the arts share a history. John and Mable Ringling made Sarasota their home in 1911, building a mansion/museum that now houses a superb collection of famed paintings from around the world. Famous authors, syndicated comic strip artists and movie stars live here right alongside the locals. The city is also home to the Ringling College of Art & Design, which produces highly sought animators and graphic artists, and New College, frequently named among the nation's best private colleges. Downtown Sarasota bustles with art galleries, outdoor dining, retail shops and playhouses. read on ...