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Innovation summit relocates to Tampa from Austin

A major innovation summit is moving to Tampa from Austin, TX, to better serve the U.S Department of Defense technology needs. 

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Collaborative arts project in University area neighborhood wins 1st placemaking grant

The placemaking project is a collaborative public-private effort that will include public art by three local artists who live in the University area neighborhood and media coverage by WMNF radio and 83 Degrees

Feature Story Claudia Gunns with Metropolitan Ministries, left, and Latisha Lomax.

For Good: Women helping women buck poverty

Unequal wages force many Florida women into poverty, but Tampa Bay Area community service organizations are working to improve their lot.

For Good: Duke Energy grant to boost services for South St. Pete families, students

The grant aligns with Duke Energy Foundation’s ongoing giving priorities, which include kindergarten to career educational and workforce development, environmental issues and social programs that positively impact communities.

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New Sulphur Springs Museum honors local history

The grand opening of the Sulphur Springs Museum and Heritage Center in Tampa is set to start at noon on February 4, 2017. Admission is free.

Feature Story Our Lady of Guadalupe in Wimauma.

On The Ground: Exploring faith, diversity and unity in Wimauma

What do the churches of Wimauma say about its diverse population and community challenges? It seems everyone has the same concerns and wants solutions for the entire community. 

Feature Story Our Lady of Guadalupe in Wimauma.

La fé, diversidad y unidad en Wimauma

¿Qué demuestran las Iglesias de Wimauma sobre su población diversa y los desafíos?  Parece que todos tienen las preocupaciones y desean soluciones para la comunidad entera. 

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Local physician turns to small business lending to open new practice

Evolve Personal Health is a membership-based concierge medical practice with a personal approach designed to transform patients’ day-to-day lives.

Tampa Bay leading in STEM jobs, online job ads

Tampa Bay is leading the state in job openings advertised online, as well as in higher-paid jobs in science, technology, engineering and math.

Connect to local employers through Tampa Bay Area job fairs

Tampa Bay job fairs give jobseekers an opportunity to broaden their career network -- and possibly line up that next job.

For Good: AT&T employee donates winnings to local hospital’s new distracted driving class

Thanks to two challenges AT&T gives to its employees every year, the Director of AT&T Wireline Regional Infrastructure, Regina Ennis, dedicated herself to raising awareness and educating her community about distracted driving. 

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Beyond the looking glass: Exploring Havana from a Tampa perspective

While the U.S. embargo against Cuba still stands, the resumption of commercial air service between Tampa and Havana marks an historic window for Tampa Bay area residents to visit our nearest southern neighbor.

Feature Story Second Saturday Art Walk trolley through The Deuces.

Warehouse Arts District, Deuces Live collaborate on revitalization plan

Two iconic downtown St. Petersburg communities -- the Warehouse Arts District and Deuces Live Main Street -- are putting together a joint action plan to revitalize their respective areas, draw more visitors and attract business investment.

Junior Achievement expands financial literacy training for teens

Junior Achievement is expanding its footprint in Tampa with a new facility planned for eighth graders.

Shark Tank-style contest coming to Punta Gorda, SW Florida

Southwest Florida businesses will be vying for funding in a Shark Tank-styled event in Punta Gorda on March 30.

CareerSource trains, educates jobseekers, youth and adults

CareerSource offers free job training for young people who missed out on post-secondary training, putting them on the fast track.

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Want to make local streets safer for all? Report road safety concerns on new Interactive map

A new app created by the Hillsborough MPO is designed to encourage Tampa Bay area residents to identify problem areas that create unsafe experiences for drivers, bicyclists and/or pedestrians.