And off they go, all fancied up, their bikes decorated with feathered boas and flowers. This global event has evolved into a big movement promoting women’s visibility and personality. Photos by Carole Devillers

Presented by TT Art Collective at Curtis Hixon Park for Fourth Friday, muralist artist and former NFL player Aaron Evans works on a painting representing his brand “King-Frog” to be on display in IKE Smart City kiosks in Tampa. Photos by Carole Devillers

Friends enjoy the casual and relaxed atmosphere of Sparkman Wharf on the Fourth Friday of August. Photos by Carole Devillers

A spiffy couple makes their way to one of the Fourth Friday cultural venues. Photos by Carole Devillers

Walking the Tampa Riverwalk is a great choice to connect to the participating venues while enjoying the colorful lighting display on the architecture. Photos by Carole Devillers

Fourth Friday, the monthly arts & culture crawl in Tampa’s downtown, resumed on Aug. 27th, attracting visitors with free live music and food and drink specials. Photos by Carole Devillers

Singer artist and emcee/producer Jinx, a Tampa native, performs with his wife Shelby Sol and their band, on the Straz Center’s Riverwalk stage during a free outdoor concert for Fourth Friday. Photos by Carole Devillers

Artist Crystaline Rojas of A Splash Of Passion Art contributes to the event at Curtis Hixon Park by creating a new artwork. Photos by Carole Devillers

As a "Sip & Stroll" Fourth Friday venue, Sparkman Wharf is a popular destination. Alcoholic consumption is allowed when purchased from participating vendors. Photos by Carole Devillers

A beautifully detailed mural depicting Tampa’s past and present maritime history adorns one side of Maven Designs building in the Channel District. Photos by Carole Devillers

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Tampa is on the verge of achieving many long-planned ambitions. Downtown and waterfront developments, the expansion of the city's port and airport, a planned and a substantial increase in research and academic activities at the University of South Florida, the University of Tampa and Hillsborough Community College fuel its progress.

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Divine AF perform at WMNF's 2024 Tropical Heatwave at the Cuban Club in Ybor City. WMNF has launched an emergency fundraising appeal following the elimination of a combined $230,000 in state and federal funding.

WMNF "Protect Public Radio" on-air fundraising drive this Saturday

Thursday, July 17, 2025

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Masthead gallery: Gasworx district construction

Carole DevillersWednesday, July 16, 2025

Innovation News

Safe and Sound Hillsborough Executive Freddy Barton, "Connecting with Kim” host Kim Droege, and the TBAE team.

TBAE takes two Tellys for impactful community programming

Deborah Bostock-KelleyTuesday, July 15, 2025

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The exhibit “Dressed for Success: Fashioning Manhood at the Tampa Bay Hotel" at the Henry B. Plant Museum is part of Tampa's Archives Awareness Week

Get immersed in Tampa history with Archives Awareness Week

Philip MorganWednesday, July 9, 2025

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Nonprofit Tampa Bay Exceptional Women's Pop-Up & Power Up event in August showcases women-powered businesses and offers opportunities to connect and network.

Tampa Bay Exceptional Women launches "Pop-Up & Power Up"

Deborah Bostock-KelleyWednesday, July 2, 2025

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Artwork by Prodigy participants on display during a March 2024 showcase event at the University Area CDC Community Center

Arts at heart of University Area revitalization

Deborah Bostock-KelleyMonday, June 30, 2025

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Best in Competition winner in FMoPA's 2025 International Photography Competition, “pray Eid al-Fitr,” by Iranian photographer “Maho."

July arts: FMoPA International Photography Competition, Powerstories Theatre 25th season, much more

Christopher CurryMonday, June 30, 2025

Development News

The $4 million renovation of Tampa Union Station aims to transform a historic landmark from the city's past into a vibrant part of its future

Tampa Union Station renovation moving along

Deborah Bostock-KelleyWednesday, June 25, 2025

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Harvest Hope Park is a successful community investment project developed on property the University Area CDC acquired through its land banking program

University Area CDC drives community change in North Tampa

Joshua McMorrow-HernandezWednesday, June 25, 2025

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Suncoast Community Health Centers’ Mobile Dental Program brings dental care to the community

Coalition works to break down barriers to dental care access in Hillsborough, across Florida

Philip MorganWednesday, June 25, 2025

Development News

Earlier this year, the City of Tampa and community members held a grand reopening ceremony at Kid Mason Community Center to celebrate the completion of renovations

Renovated, revitalized historic Tampa landmark Kid Mason Community Center begins new chapter

Kiran Malik-KhanWednesday, June 18, 2025

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Tampa Bay Sun FC's history-making inaugural season culminates with a USL Super League championship.

Tampa Bay Sun's history-making inaugural season culminates with championship

Christopher CurryWednesday, June 18, 2025

Partner Content

Speaking at the Westshore Alliance's annual development forum in May, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor says Westshore is "not just part of Tampa's story...you are a main character."

What's new, what's next in Tampa's bustling Westshore District

Christopher CurryWednesday, June 18, 2025

For Good

Barbershop Conversations trains neighborhood barbers to be mental health advocates in communities of color

Barbers become mental health advocates in Black communities

Philip MorganWednesday, June 11, 2025

For Good

Tampa City Council member Gwendolyn Henderson, owner of Black English Bookstore, community activist, and retired school teacher, died on Monday, June 9th at age 60.

Tampa officials remember City Council member Gwendolyn Henderson

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

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erasers, backpacks, etc. You name it, they probably Hillsborough County Public Schools teachers and instructional staff may "shop" for free at the Teaching Tools Resource Center twice a semester and four times a school year

Hillsborough Education Foundation supply drive supports teachers, students

Christopher CurryWednesday, June 11, 2025

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Masthead gallery: Guava City Paint Jam

Carole DevillersWednesday, June 11, 2025

For Good

Tampa resident Hina Alvi enjoyed every minute of the Eid ul Adha celebration at her friend’s home in Tampa.

A joyous Eid ul Adha celebrated across Tampa Bay

Kiran Malik-KhanMonday, June 9, 2025

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Masthead gallery: The Florida Orchestra's Pops in the Park at Tampa's River Tower Park

Carole DevillersWednesday, June 4, 2025

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Hillsborough County Legal Notice: Disaster Relief

Sunday, June 1, 2025

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Tampa Highlights

Downtown Dwellers: Raising urban kids in Tampa Read Article

For Downtown Tampa families with young children, the neighborhood isn’t an urban jungle. It’s an urban jungle gym.

Photo: Lauren, Hudson, and Bryan Durkin pick up a popsicle at Duckweed Urban Market in downtown Tampa. by Amber Sigman

1 Million Cups: Meet local doers tackling opportunities in the global marketplace Read Article

Pitch your business concept and get constructive criticism among friends and neighbors at 1 Million Cups Tampa.

Photo: (L-R) Maria Gibbs, Scott Hutterman, Dr., Loren Murfield, and Jared Kohn at 1 Million Cups in Tampa. by Amber Sigman

Q&A: Ashly Anderson and Shaun Drinkard, Tampa Downtown Partnership Read Article

When President and CEO Christine Burdick retires from her post at the Tampa Downtown Partnership, she will leave behind a team of creative thought leaders working to enhance the city's urban scene. Meet two key team members.

Photo: Ashly Anderson, senior design manager for Downtown Tampa Partnership by Amber Sigman

Transformational change underway in North Hyde Park, West Tampa Read Article

The diversity of apartments, restaurants and shops in North Hyde Park is particularly attractive to young professionals and college students looking for an affordable neighborhood near downtown.

Photo: (L-R) James Rue and Gian Carlos Birriel co-own Raw Smoothie Co. Photo by Julie Branaman

Channel District grows along waterfront in Tampa Read Article

Looking across the horizon of downtown Tampa, what do you see? Construction cranes hovering over the Channel District as apartments, hotels and new shops emerge to create a walkable urban community.

Photo by Julie Branaman

Tampa Hackerspace provides a place to tinker Read Article

Tampa Hackerspace is helping to fuel Tampa Bay’s creative instincts, facilitating experimentation and collaboration with shared tools and space.

Photo: Mabel the T-Rex sculpted by J. Kent at Tampa Hackerspace. by Amber Sigman

Moving to downtown Tampa: Smart Lab brings innovative view Read Article

Suffolk’s Smart Lab featuring 3D virtual reality opens in the Channel District near Tampa Bay WaVE and Water Street Tampa, joining the Tampa Bay Area's growing innovation ecosystem.

Photo: USF’s new building rises a short distance from Channelside. Cheryl Rogers

Urban Stimuli: Meet CW a.k.a. Carolyn Wilson Read Article

Beyond her eponymous Gin Joint in downtown Tampa, Developer Carolyn Wilson is doing (and will continue to do) what she does best: Flex eternal good taste.

Photo: Carolyn Wilson or CW, owner and designer at CW's Gin Joint in downtown Tampa, wins the 2018 Private Sector Award. Amber Sigman

Commuter Challenge: Going carless in Tampa Read Article

Getting to work isn't easy for most of us using Tampa streets and Hillsborough County roads. So spend a week using alternative transportation and see what happens.

Photo: Tampa bicycle commuters Karen Kress, Alana Brasier, and Justin Willits. Photo provided by Karen Kress

Tampa Bay WaVE: Diversity highlights latest tech cohort Read Article

A diverse group of entrepreneurs completes its formal program with Demo Day at Tampa Bay WaVE, a nonprofit tech accelerator in downtown Tampa.

Photo: Jonathan Truong, co-founder of Verapy, a start-up at Tampa Bay Wave's Accelerator Build program. by Amber Sigman

Urban Stimuli: Armature Works, Tampa Heights Read Article

This is really Tampa: Armature Works will evolve how you think about Tampa Heights and the urban core.

Photo: A duo studies and reads at Union Coffee and Tea in Armature Works. Amber Sigman

What's next for Florida: Sam Gibbons, Tampa Read Article

When it comes to transportation, the goal must to be find equilibrium between what is socially, economically, and environmentally just for all people.

Photo: The Smart Mobility Division, created in early 2018, will oversee Tampa's $40 million transit system upgrade. Diane Egner

Tampa Bay Area thought leaders share what they anticipate most in 2018 Read Article

Find out what's on the minds of local thought leaders at the start of the new year, and what it could mean for you.

Photo: Tampa thought leaders

A typical day along the Hillsborough River in downtown Tampa. Diane Egner

The new smart car pilot program launched by Florida DOT, HART, and BEEP of Orlando gives driverless rides along the Tampa Riverwalk and in Tampa Heights. Courtesy of HART

The Tampa Museum of Art is celebrating its centennial year with special exhibits and events. Photos by Kimberly DeFalco

Alexsandra Wolfe runs Pure-Sipity, a company combatting date rape. Courtesy of Alexsandra Wolfe

Zarra Elias and her family enjoying The Tampa Riverwalk.

A still clip from the documentary Tampa Beer: Crafting the Bay. Courtesy of Tampa Theatre

Elementary school kids color during the after-school program. Amber Sigman

Approximately the size of a shipping container, WaterCube TM is portable and can provide up to 10 million gallons of water daily without access to any water supply. Courtesy of Genesis Systems, LLC