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Brian Duncan performs at The Globe Coffee Lounge in St. Petersburg. - Julie Busch
Brian Duncan performs at The Globe Coffee Lounge in St. Petersburg. - Julie Busch

Transportation

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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. 

Transportation Features

Big Plans Aim To Attract You To Downtown Tampa's Riverwalk

With plans for a floating stage, living aquarium and six-mile-long pedestrian walkway, the downtown Tampa Riverwalk is likely to soon become a key destination for tourists and residents alike. Stretching more than 2 miles already, continued progress on the growing project just might be the key to revitalizing downtown neighborhoods and spurring economic development in the rest of the city.read on…

BYOB: Bring Your Own Bike To Tampa Bay

Looking to give your car a rest for a more economical and environmentally friendly mode of exploration this summer? The area's biggest cycling buffs have a few suggestions for you. Check out their favorite groups, hot spots, trails, roads and neighborhoods to discover on your own two wheels.read on…

Uncorking The Canal: Flowing Goods From Asia Through Panama To Port Manatee And Eastern U.S.

Port Manatee makes big expansion plans in preparation for the upcoming widening of the Panama Canal and the potential for increased trade through Florida with Asia and Latin America. What's in it for the greater Tampa Bay region? read on…
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