Featured Stories

Artists Prove To Be Urban Pioneers In Tampa Bay

By Janan Talafer Tuesday, April 30, 2013

In Tampa Bay, as elsewhere, artists often serve as community catalysts for transformational change in neighborhoods that become attractive to investors. The phenomenon is the subject of Economist Richard Florida's book "Rise of the Creative Class,'' which promotes the idea that creatives, including artists, entrepreneurs and small shops, along with low barriers to entry, help foster urban renewal.

Arts, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Neighborhoods, Reuse/Rebuild, Talent

Tampa, Dunedin, St. Petersburg

Playing Unplugged: Kids, Parents Take A Break From Computers, TV

By Missy Kavanaugh Tuesday, April 23, 2013

See Sophia run. See Liam jump. See Emma race Aiden. Unplug children for a day from computers, TV, cell phones and electronic games and see how they play, exercise and learn in the park. "Playing Unplugged'' in Pinellas County is just one antidote to the nation's obesity crisis.

Environment, Health, Innovation, KidsBay, Neighborhoods

Clearwater, Largo, Dunedin, St. Petersburg

Tampa Bay: Urban Gardens Create Sense Of Place, Build Community

By Janan Talafer Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Where's the perfect place to meet your peeps, get to know the neighbors or build collaborative spirit among your co-workers? Urban gardens, where the love of the outdoors merges with a desire for healthy eating to serve a dual purpose of growing food and community.

Agriculture, Connections, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Environment, Health

Clearwater, Largo, Dunedin, St. Petersburg

Photo Slideshow: Buy Local Gifts, Tampa Bay

By Julie Busch Branaman Tuesday, December 04, 2012

Looking to do your part to help boost the local economy? Spend some money shopping this season in local shops that carry products designed, created, manufactured and/or sold by Tampa Bay residents.

Arts, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, KidsBay, Neighborhoods, Retail, Talent, Tourism

Clearwater, Tampa, Temple Terrace, Sarasota, Dunedin, Bradenton, New Port Richey, St. Petersburg

83 Degrees Reader Survey

By 83 Degrees Team Wednesday, September 05, 2012

Thanks for reading 83 Degrees and showing interest in the people and companies driving change in the Tampa Bay region. To help us better understand you and improve our coverage of the issues you care about, could you please take 60 seconds to answer a few questions? We greatly appreciate your interest and continued support.

Connections, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Environment, Innovation, KidsBay, Talent, Tourism

Bartow, Clearwater, Lakeland, Spring Hill, Largo, Tampa, Sarasota, Dunedin, Brooksville, Bradenton, New Port Richey, St. Petersburg

83 Degrees Media Welcomes RNC, Visitors To Tampa

By Diane Egner Sunday, August 26, 2012

Spend some time getting to know the people, the neighborhoods, the City of Tampa and the nearby cultural communities and you will find the Tampa Bay region as attractive as we do.

Connections, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Environment, Innovation, Talent, Technology, Tourism

Plant City, Clearwater, Lakeland, Largo, Tampa, Temple Terrace, Sarasota, Dunedin, Bradenton, New Port Richey, St. Petersburg, Wesley Chapel

USF Professor Eyes Global Weather To Predict Hurricanes

By Janan Talafer Tuesday, June 12, 2012

June 1st marked the official start of the six-months-long hurricane season, prompting some Floridians to start stocking up on supplies and tuning into weather reports. But for one USF Tampa scientist, hurricanes and tropical storms aren't a cause of anxiety; they're a source of endless fascination and a focus of her career.

Diversity, Government, Higher Education, Marine Sciences, Talent

North Port, Clearwater, Lakeland, Spring Hill, Largo, Tampa, Sarasota, Dunedin, Venice, Bradenton, New Port Richey, St. Petersburg

Tampa Bay Gardeners Unite For International Permaculture Day

By Matt Spencer Tuesday, May 15, 2012

What is permaculture? For some, it means a "permanent culture." For others, it's "permanent agriculture." But for all of its followers, it's a way of life. In Tampa Bay, it's one piece of a larger green food movement. Through the use of compost, rainwater harvesting and strategic plant selection, anyone can learn to reap the benefits of a self-sustaining garden.

Agriculture, Connections, Diversity, Environment, Health, Neighborhoods, Philanthropy, Sustainability

Lakeland, Dade City, Tampa, Temple Terrace, Dunedin, St. Petersburg

Photo Slideshow: Tampa Bay Public Art Collection

By Julie Busch Branaman Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Art is infectious, especially when it comes to what public art can do to build community. Watch and listen along as photographer Julie Busch Branaman takes us on a tour of some of Tampa Bay's finest public art. Some you may very well see everyday and some likely will surprise you. Enjoy.

Arts, Environment, Government, Neighborhoods, Talent, Tourism

Clearwater, Largo, Tampa, Temple Terrace, Dunedin, St. Petersburg

Think Small To Think Big: Cash For Tampa Bay Arts

By Megan Voeller Tuesday, February 28, 2012

"Think Small To Think Big'' is a creative arts funding organization designed to help Tampa Bay artists pursue their work by awarding microgrants for specific projects. So far, 15 grants have been awarded.

Arts, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Financial Services, Innovation, Philanthropy, Talent

Clearwater, Tampa, Dunedin, St. Petersburg

Tampa Bay Competes For Talent Dividend, $1M

By Tracy Certo Tuesday, January 03, 2012

The Tampa Bay region is competing with 57 other U.S. cities/regions, including Pittsburgh, Memphis, Cincinnati and Oklahoma City, for a $1 million prize that will recognize success in attaining college degrees through the Talent Dividend.

Connections, Diversity, Government, Higher Education, Innovation, Neighborhoods, Sustainability, Talent, Talent Dividend, Workforce Transition

Bartow, North Port, Haines City, Plant City, Clearwater, Lakeland, Largo, Tampa, Temple Terrace, Sarasota, Dunedin, Venice, Bradenton, St. Petersburg

Enterprise Village: A New Economy For Kids, Largo

By Janan Talafer Tuesday, December 13, 2011

The highlight of the year for fifth-grade students in the Pinellas County School System is the day they spend at Enterprise Village. It's the culmination of a six-week curriculum in economics and free enterprise. The students take concepts they’ve learned in the classroom and apply it to a simulated business environment. It's a much-needed lesson in today’s economy.

Entrepreneurship, KidsBay, Philanthropy, Talent, Workforce Transition

Clearwater, Largo, Dunedin, St. Petersburg

What You Want: 83 Degrees Media Reader Survey

By Diane Egner Tuesday, October 18, 2011

When we asked readers why they read 83 Degrees Media, the response was overwhelmingly reaffirming and encouraging, with repeated calls for us to do even more stories about talent, innovation, diversity and environment. "GO! GO! GO!'' says one reader. So we decided to share a sampling of reader comments.

Diversity, Environment, Innovation, Talent

Bartow, Haines City, Plant City, Clearwater, Lakeland, Spring Hill, Largo, Dade City, Tampa, Temple Terrace, Sarasota, Dunedin, Venice, Brooksville, Bradenton, Land O' Lakes, New Port Richey, St. Petersburg, Wesley Chapel

Ready For Life: What's Next For Pinellas Foster Teens

By Janan Talafer Tuesday, October 11, 2011

When the state of Florida serves as your parent, turning 18 doesn’t come with a birthday cake and presents. Instead, foster youth are "emancipated.'' They must pack their bags and leave their foster or group home and fend for themselves, whether they’re emotionally and financially ready or not. Ready for Life, a two-year-old Pinellas County program, is stepping up to help.

Connections, Diversity, Government, Health, KidsBay, Philanthropy, Workforce Transition

Clearwater, Largo, Dunedin, St. Petersburg

Tampa Bay Fashion Week: Designing Women (And Men!)

By Mary Toothman Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Fashion? Yes, darlings! It really is right here in the Tampa Bay region -- designers, shows, models, boutiques, stylists, and yes, shopping! Check out the events surrounding Tampa Bay Fashion Week Sept. 20-24.

Arts, Connections, Innovation, Retail, Talent

Tampa, Temple Terrace, Dunedin, St. Petersburg

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