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Development News Carolyn Wilson, head of the Wilson Co. and owner of The Vault.

From blank to swank: Gin Joint opens in Downtown Tampa

Live piano playing, a tasty mix of cocktails and suspender-wearing wait staff bring old-school class to downtown Tampa's urban scene.

Feature Story Phillip Connor and Artist Carrie Jadus at the new Arts XChange for artist entrepreneurs in St. Pete.

Arts Xchange opens in Warehouse Arts District, St. Pete

The nonprofit Arts Xchange will house 28 artist studios and event space for gallery openings, private and public parties and educational classes.

Feature Story Ashly Anderson, senior design manager for Downtown Tampa Partnership

Q&A: Ashly Anderson and Shaun Drinkard, Tampa Downtown Partnership

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.

Buzz "Under the Cuban Sun" exhibition at the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts.

Art Snax: Voices of Cuba Open Mic, and other art events on local menu

Arts junkies rarely get a night off in Tampa, Temple Terrace and Hillsborough County as arts-related events heat up for the season.

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Next for travelers? Ridesharing app for charter flights

A Jacksonville startup is testing a new app to facilitate ridesharing for air travelers, with plans to move to Tampa potentially next spring.

 


Innovation News Rachel Marks Feinman is the new Executive Director of FIBA.

Tampa attorney heads Israeli business accelerator

Tampa attorney Rachel Marks Feinman takes over as Executive Director of the Florida-Israel Business Accelerator, which is poised to fuel growth for Israeli businesses -- and the Tampa Bay Area.


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Clearwater advertising firm grows, new manufacturing jobs come to Pasco County

Advertising and manufacturing jobs available in the Tampa Bay Area, along with seasonal opportunities from the mega retailer Amazon.


Feature Story Artist Becky Flanders at East Hanna Studios in Seminole Heights.

Heights Art Studio + Gallery Tour showcases work behind art

Take a hike around The Heights neighborhoods -- Seminole, Tampa and Riverview -- to see where many local artists live, work and play. 

Development News Terry Chelikowsky is Executive Director of FLACDC.

Florida CDC gives local nonprofits a chance to make funding pitches

Creators and funders gather for a first-ever Expo in Tampa, which will feature Shark Tank-style pitches.


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Transformational change underway in North Hyde Park, West Tampa

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.

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Diversity in Florida workforce adds value to bottom line

In the context of today’s political discourse on the national and state levels, local businesses and corporations are trying to determine how to best engage in active conversations about diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Partner Content Chitra Prasad-Patel, an introspective counselor, Vim Patel, a physician, and Dawn Hans, a nutritional counselor, with  Evolve Personal Health.

Debunking 5 myths about SBA loans

A Small Business Administration loan can be an extremely effective way for a small business to fund its growth, yet many small business owners never consider SBA lending due to misconceptions they have about the program. Learn more.

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For Good: Officer Friendly volunteers read to tots, improving early literacy

Officer Friendly, volunteers from Pinellas County law enforcement agencies, including the Clearwater Police Department, tackles literacy issues among young children while conveying respect for adults and the helpful role of police officers.

Innovation News Working Women of Tampa Bay

Working Women of Tampa Bay excels at networking, making connections

We can all use a helping hand at times. For women in the corporate world or running their own businesses, Working Women of Tampa Bay lends a hand to help them develop their careers.


Innovation News Vinny Tafuro is proposing a pilot education project in Tampa Bay.

Author proposes pilot education project for adult learners

A Tampa author is attracting media attention with his idea to create a pilot education project for adult learners.


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Startup Week 2018 recruits volunteers, planning kicks off now

Plans are underway for 2018 Tampa Bay Startup Week -- and organizers are recruiting volunteers to be a part of it.


For Good Evan Longoria and grateful family

For Good: Great Explorations opens Longo's Cove

Jaime and Evan Longoria helped design Longo's Cove at Great Explorations Children’s Museum in St. Petersburg.