Two American Oystercatchers forage at low tide at Fort de Soto Park in Pinellas County.

Two American Oystercatchers forage at low tide at Fort de Soto Park in Pinellas County. Photos by Carole Devillers

Real snowbirds flock to Tampa Bay Area. Click on the image to find more pix by Carole Devillers.

Real snowbirds flock to Tampa Bay Area. Click on the image to find more pix by Carole Devillers. Photo by Carole Devillers

A crane over the J.W. Marriott construction project peeks through the awnings at the new Big Ray's Fish Camp on The Tampa Riverwalk.

A crane over the J.W. Marriott construction project peeks through the awnings at the new Big Ray's Fish Camp on The Tampa Riverwalk. Photo by Diane Egner

Courtesy of The Florida Aquarium

Environment

The Florida Cabinet recently purchased a conservation easement on nearly 1,900 acres of the Buck Island Ranch in Highlands County, a key property for the Florida Wildlife Corridor.

The Florida Cabinet recently purchased a conservation easement on nearly 1,900 acres of the Buck Island Ranch in Highlands County, a key property for the Florida Wildlife Corridor. Carlton Ward/Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation

The scrub jay living in Golden Aster Nature Preserve near Gibsonton is believed to be the last one of the endangered birds in Hillsborough County.

The scrub jay living in Golden Aster Nature Preserve near Gibsonton is believed to be the last one of the endangered birds in Hillsborough County. RussellMav Photography

Christopher Still's piece Kalymnos Diver, part of the Florida's Waterways: Homage to Tarpon Springs exhibition

Christopher Still's piece Kalymnos Diver, part of the Florida's Waterways: Homage to Tarpon Springs exhibition Courtesy of the Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art

Part of the "Hidden Wild'' trek involves kayaking on natural streams in South Florida.

Part of the "Hidden Wild'' trek involves kayaking on natural streams in South Florida. Photo courtesy of Ben Herndon

A newly deployed Litter Gitter device sits in the waters of Archie Creek in Hillsborough County.

A newly deployed Litter Gitter device sits in the waters of Archie Creek in Hillsborough County. Courtesy of Tampa Bay Estuary Program

Tampa Riverwalk at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park.

Tampa Riverwalk at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. Photo by Julie Branaman

The scene along Sarasota Bay within Selby Gardens.

The scene along Sarasota Bay within Selby Gardens. Photos by Diane Egner

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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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George and Debbie Baxter at a 2005 Community Foundation of Tampa Bay donor dinner where the then- recently retired founders were honored

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Construction of the first two segments of Tampa's Green ARTery is underway in the Old Seminole Heights and Lowry Park Central neighborhoods.

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Creative Pinellas debuts Sightline Gallery, a new art exhibition space inside St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, with the exhibit "Made in the Shade."

May arts: Tempus Projects, Guava Jam, much more

Christopher CurryTuesday, May 6, 2025

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Hillsborough County firefighters demonstrate the silicone and carbon fiber blanket used to contain electric vehicle fires.

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Philip MorganWednesday, April 30, 2025

"Echoes of the Land: Hurricanes, History, and Storytelling” will include a tour of the archeological site at Sacred Lands Preservation and Education

"Echoes of the Land:" Exploring how the people of Tampa Bay past and present understand storms

Philip MorganWednesday, April 23, 2025

The opening reception for "The Essence of Spring," the Clearwater Arts Alliance's latest exhibition in the Clearwater Main Library, is 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on March 28th.

Opening reception for "The Essence of Spring" at Clearwater Main Library

Thursday, March 27, 2025

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Tudor Cay Condominiums in Town N' Country is the latest addition to the Tampa Bay Water Wise conservation and rebate program.

Tampa Bay Water program conserves water, saves money

Bob SimonWednesday, March 19, 2025

Masthead gallery: Lakeland, "Swan City"

Carole DevillersWednesday, March 19, 2025

The Gasparilla International Film Festival opens March 25th at the Tampa Theatre

March arts: Gasparilla International Film Fest, Ouroboros, much more

Christopher CurryWednesday, March 12, 2025

The UACDC plans to use an EPA grant for community revitalization projects like the future Economic Development Center at its Cultural Campus

In North Tampa's University Area, EPA grant is potential "game changer"

Joshua McMorrow-HernandezWednesday, February 26, 2025

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The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) adds the Clearwater Ferry to the county's public transportation network through a partnership five years in the making.

PSTA adds Clearwater Ferry to Pinellas' public transportation mix

Christopher CurryWednesday, February 5, 2025

Dancer Annelise Bond performs at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park in Dance Rising Tampa Bay's first film "Tampa Iconic."

Dance Rising Tampa Bay's "The Power of Water" spotlights area's dance talent, precious waterways

Deborah Bostock-KelleyWednesday, February 5, 2025

Masthead gallery: Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Raptor Fest

Carole DevillersWednesday, February 5, 2025

HCC Art Galleries second "Now on View" festival features artists like Emma Quintana, who created this installation for the inaugural festival last year.

February arts: HCC "Now on View" festival, Black History Month events

Christopher CurryWednesday, February 5, 2025

The swimming pool and tiki bar at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Clearwater Beach are open as the hotel finishes its final hurricane renovations and repairs and looks ahead to the spring tourism season

Clearwater Beach businesses put storms in past, focus on future

Christopher CurryWednesday, January 22, 2025

St. Pete poet laureate Gloria Muñoz signs a copy of her debut novel "This is the Year" during a book launch event at Tombolo Books

St. Pete poet laureate Gloria Muñoz talks debut novel "This is the Year"

Kiran Malik-KhanWednesday, January 15, 2025

Creative Pinellas' Arts Annual Hurricane Relief Fundraiser and "Still Shining" exhibit are December 7th.

December arts: Creative Pinellas hurricane relief fundraiser, holiday performances around Tampa Bay

Christopher CurryWednesday, December 4, 2024

Through programs like its community garden in Ybor City, WellFed Community works to fill the gap in food education and create food sovereignty.

WellFed Community grows food sovereignty, education in Tampa

Tashie TierneyWednesday, November 13, 2024

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Bradenton Riverwalk Skatepark. Photo by Julie Branaman

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