A Pirate Water Taxi creates a wake as it zips past gantry cranes used to offload cargo ships making port calls at Port Tampa Bay on McKay Bay.
A Pirate Water Taxi creates a wake as it zips past gantry cranes used to offload cargo ships making port calls at Port Tampa Bay on McKay Bay. Photo by Diane Egner
Offshore Supply Ship Kellie Chouest takes a break at Port Tampa Bay from deep sea water rescues, salvage operations and research missions into the Gulf of Mexico.
Offshore Supply Ship Kellie Chouest takes a break at Port Tampa Bay from deep sea water rescues, salvage operations and research missions into the Gulf of Mexico. Photo by Diane Egner
Wisdom Marine Lines, a Taiwanese shipping company, transports freight on bulk carriers to ports around the world, including Port Tampa Bay.
Wisdom Marine Lines, a Taiwanese shipping company, transports freight on bulk carriers to ports around the world, including Port Tampa Bay. Photo by Diane Egner
Eagles nesting high atop a light pole keep watch over industrial tanks at Port Tampa Bay.
Eagles nesting high atop a light pole keep watch over industrial tanks at Port Tampa Bay. Photo by Diane Egner
Florida manatees depicted on bulk fuel tanks that hold gasoline for distribution to local convenience stores and truck stops..
Florida manatees depicted on bulk fuel tanks that hold gasoline for distribution to local convenience stores and truck stops.. Photo by Diane Egner
Harbor Pilot Carolyn Kurtz spent a recent day off taking sister Athena Society members on a Pirate Water Taxi tour of Tampa’s waterfront.
Harbor Pilot Carolyn Kurtz spent a recent day off taking sister Athena Society members on a Pirate Water Taxi tour of Tampa’s waterfront. Photo by Diane Egner
Enchantment of the Seas, a Royal Caribbean cruise ship with a capacity of about 3,000 passengers and crew, departs from the Channel District in downtown Tampa.
Enchantment of the Seas, a Royal Caribbean cruise ship with a capacity of about 3,000 passengers and crew, departs from the Channel District in downtown Tampa. Photo by Diane Egner
Smaller shrimp and fishing boats along with larger vessels call Port Tampa Bay home.
Smaller shrimp and fishing boats along with larger vessels call Port Tampa Bay home. Photo by Diane Egner
Gantry cranes await the next load of containers at Port Tampa Bay, which touts nearly 500,000 square feet of warehouse and transit shed capacity.
Gantry cranes await the next load of containers at Port Tampa Bay, which touts nearly 500,000 square feet of warehouse and transit shed capacity. Photo by Diane Egner
Major retail and commercial companies throughout Florida and across the nation ship goods through Port Tampa Bay with easy access to Interstates 4 and 75.
Major retail and commercial companies throughout Florida and across the nation ship goods through Port Tampa Bay with easy access to Interstates 4 and 75. Photo by Diane Egner
The vessel Bahama Spirit, a bulk carrier built in 1995 and sailing under the flag of Vanuatu, is loaded with containers as it rests at Port Tampa Bay.
The vessel Bahama Spirit, a bulk carrier built in 1995 and sailing under the flag of Vanuatu, is loaded with containers as it rests at Port Tampa Bay. Photo by Diane Egner
The downtown Tampa skyline comes into view as a student pilot steers a Pirate Water Taxi in open waters (with a licensed pilot supervising).
The downtown Tampa skyline comes into view as a student pilot steers a Pirate Water Taxi in open waters (with a licensed pilot supervising). Photo by Diane Egner
Private yachts dock next to Harbour Island across from the Tampa Convention Center on the water route into downtown Tampa.
Private yachts dock next to Harbour Island across from the Tampa Convention Center on the water route into downtown Tampa. Photo by Diane Egner
American Social and Jackson’s Bistro on Harbour Island are hopping most days and nights as local patrons seek waterfront dining.
American Social and Jackson’s Bistro on Harbour Island are hopping most days and nights as local patrons seek waterfront dining. Photo by Diane Egner
Pirate Water Taxi and Starship III dock near the Convention Center on the Tampa Riverwalk.
Pirate Water Taxi and Starship III dock near the Convention Center on the Tampa Riverwalk. Photo by Diane Egner
Passengers ride Pirate Water Taxis along the Hillsborough River through downtown Tampa and around the surrounding bays.
Passengers ride Pirate Water Taxis along the Hillsborough River through downtown Tampa and around the surrounding bays. Photo by Diane Egner
Yacht Starship sets sail out of downtown Tampa most evenings for a sunset dinner cruise.
Yacht Starship sets sail out of downtown Tampa most evenings for a sunset dinner cruise. Photo by Diane Egner
Passengers crowd the decks of the Provincetown III as the Cross Bay Ferry runs between Tampa and St. Pete from mid-October to mid-April.
Passengers crowd the decks of the Provincetown III as the Cross Bay Ferry runs between Tampa and St. Pete from mid-October to mid-April. Photo by Diane Egner

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Feature Story Mello, president of the Tampa Bay chapter of Bikers Against Child Abuse, presents Tampa General Hospital President and CEO John Couris with a tiny "cut," or biker's vest, during a ceremony for National Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Child Abuse Prevention Month: Raising awareness, working for solutions

Philip MorganTuesday, April 16, 2024
During Child Abuse Prevention Month, community agencies across the Tampa Bay region are raising awareness about the problem and the organizations and programs available to help reduce it.
Partner Content The Closing the Gap program's signature event in Pinellas County elementary schools is the annual Boys Read Book Battle.

Pinellas schools closing the gender gap in reading with classroom strategies, a little competition

Christopher CurryTuesday, April 16, 2024
Ten years ago, a Pinellas Education Foundation report shined a light on the gender achievement gap in reading. Working for solutions, the nonprofit partnered with Pinellas County Schools on Closing the Gap, a program that uses research-based results-driven teaching strategies, teamwork and competition to boost elementary school boys' interest and scores in reading.
Feature Story Tugboats helped maneuver ship traffic through Tampa Bay and surrounding waters.

Masthead gallery: Touring Port Tampa Bay

Diane EgnerTuesday, April 16, 2024
The eclectic work-play environment of Port Tampa Bay includes gantry cranes, cruise ships and ferries, and a variety of boats designed for different purposes, some more obvious than others. Curious to learn more? Scroll through this photo gallery of images taken during a recent visit.
Partner Content Easterseals Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist Lisa Negron

Easterseals helps children hit crucial developmental milestones

Philip MorganTuesday, April 9, 2024
With funding from the Children's Board of Hillsborough County, the Easterseals Early Early Learning & Intervention Program helps young children meet key developmental milestones.
Feature Story New Creative Pinellas CEO Margaret Murray brings wide-ranging experience and accomplishments to her role at the county's nonprofit arts agency.

Tampa Bay arts leaders: Creative Pinellas CEO Margaret Murray

Christopher CurryTuesday, April 9, 2024
New Creative Pinellas CEO Margaret Murray brings wide-ranging experience and accomplishments to her role at the county's nonprofit arts agency. 
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Masthead gallery: St. Pete's MLK North District

Carole DevillersTuesday, April 9, 2024
A photo gallery from St. Petersburg's MLK North District.
Feature Story The new exhibit explores 50 years of Feld Entertainment’s transformation of the circus experience.

Photo story: The Greatest Show on Earth® at The Ringling in Sarasota

Diane EgnerTuesday, April 9, 2024
Thanks to generous philanthropic donors and driven by a mission to inspire, educate and entertain, The Ringling in Sarasota opens its latest exhibit on the emergence of the modern circus. 
Feature Story Gallery114@HCC Ybor City Campus is one venue on the first Spring Ybor Arts Tour.

April arts roundup: Spring Ybor Arts Tour blooms

Christopher CurrySunday, March 31, 2024
The April arts scene in Tampa Bay has the debut of the Spring Ybor Arts Tour, a production of "Beauty and the Beast" for the annual American Stage in the Park, Bob Devin Jones' final play at The Studio@620 after 20 years as artistic director, and much more.
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