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

Tampa

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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The Midtown Tampa development includes entertainment venues and outdoor space for public gatherings.

Midtown Tampa transforms area around Dale Mabry, I-275

Yvette C. HammettTuesday, November 17, 2020

Buzz

COVID-19 cases reported in Florida as of November 23, 2020.

COVID-19 continues to plague Florida, nation

Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Source: Tampa Bay Times

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Book excerpt: Tampa: Impressions of an Emigrant by Wenceslao Gálvez y Delmonte

Wenceslao Gálvez y DelmonteTuesday, November 17, 2020

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Awaiting a COVID-19 vaccine

S. Aaron LadenTuesday, November 17, 2020

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USF Latino Scholarship Program: Creating generational change for good

Angela Cordoba PerezTuesday, November 17, 2020

Innovation News

New PITT med center in Tampa tackles non-opioid pain relief

Paul CatalaTuesday, November 17, 2020

Innovation News

The AmSkills mobile unit takes manufacturing job training around Tampa Bay.

Bootcamp on wheels takes training for manufacturing jobs to local talent

Amy HammondTuesday, November 17, 2020

Innovation News

FlowerFive is a pop-up buggy offering fresh bouquets for $5 each.

Shopping and Sharing to support local small businesses

Allison KoehlerTuesday, November 17, 2020

For Good

A fresh coat of paint and new murals are part of the renovations to Oak Park Community Center in East Tampa.

Teamwork off the field boosts East Tampa neighborhood, kids

Yvette C. HammettTuesday, November 10, 2020

For Good

A mini-grant for one neighborhood funded a bike rodeo, complete with free helmets and safety information.

Love where you live but think you can make it better? Mini-grant might help

Amy HammondTuesday, November 10, 2020

Development News

Farm fresh produce, meats, and eggs will be sold by the farm store.

New urban farm, store opens in ENCORE! Tampa

Yvette C. HammettTuesday, November 10, 2020

Development News

The view from atop Water Street Tampa looking toward Hillsborough Bay from downtown Tampa.

Water Street Tampa takes shape as cranes dot the sky, construction workers scurry below

Kendra LanglieTuesday, November 10, 2020

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Black Leadership Network Founders (l to r) Jerry Bell, Ruth Bell, Ashley Butler, Adrien Julious-Butler, Rena Upshaw-Frazier, Anddrikk Frazier, Monica Narain and Ed Narain.

Black Leadership Network at USF champions professional development, builds community

Jessi SmithTuesday, November 10, 2020

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High School student Matthew Aleman works remotely to finish his studies.

COVID-19 recovery: A look at pandemic life in Tampa's Tempo District

Kendra LanglieTuesday, November 10, 2020

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Remember when it was safe to answer the phone?

S. Aaron LadenTuesday, November 10, 2020

Development News

Public artwork showcases the entryway to the new Mary McLeod Bethune apartments for seniors in Tampa.

Tampa celebrates opening of new apartments for low-income seniors

Yvette C. HammettTuesday, November 3, 2020

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Book excerpt: Speaking of Florida: My Time Remembered by Terrell Sessums

Terrell SessumsTuesday, November 3, 2020

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Rendering of new buildings at Moffitt Cancer Center in Uptown Tampa.

Uptown leaders in North Tampa reset for resiliency amid pandemic

Joshua McMorrow-HernandezTuesday, November 3, 2020

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Tampa Bay WAVE’s pitch night features top women tech entrepreneurs

Pamela VarkonyTuesday, November 3, 2020

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Holly Moon from Lion’s Eye Institute and Devin Dominguez of WEDU work with Wilma Norton on a podcast to promote Tampa Bay Philanthropy Week, Nov. 9-13.

New philanthropic initiative offers Mental Health First Aid in Tampa Bay

Paul CatalaTuesday, November 3, 2020

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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