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Vinik hires top urban planners to design waterfront properties in downtown Tampa

World-renowned urban planners Jeff Speck and David Dixon will lead the design of 40 acres of mixed-use retail and development along downtown Tampa's southern waterfront.

New Montessori School to open in Trinity, Pasco County

A mother in search of an appropriate school for her young children opens a new Montessori School in the growing West Pasco County neighborhood of Trinity.

Art party studio under construction in Oldsmar, Pinellas County

A new art party studio in Oldsmar encourages adults to unleash their artistic energy in the company of other creatives while their kids play nearby with crayons and other arts projects. 

SoHo businesses to host April block party in South Tampa

A local fresh-focused market, an independent board shop, a small Tampa-based surf and water "lifestyle" retailer, and a bicycle-inspired nonprofit are coming together on April 18, 2015, from 5-8pm, for a block party in South Tampa's SoHo district.

Calling all women in tech for Tampa meetup

Tampa Bay women in technology fields or those who are interested in learning more about women in tech are invited to join Hillsborough County and area women leaders at a free networking event on Monday, March 30, from 1-4pm, at the Seminole Heights Library.

Urban Charrette, CNU Tampa Bay host open mic on urbanism and the arts

How do the arts shape neighborhoods and the overall visual identity of Tampa? Speak into the open mic hosted by Tampa's Urban Charrette and CNU Tampa Bay. 

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Platt Street paves way for what's next in South Tampa

South Tampa’s Platt Street in the Courier City neighborhood is springing back to life in 2015 with new retail, restaurants, residences and bike-friendly roadways.

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For Good: Helping people take STEPS for Success

What STEPS do people need to take to work their way out of poverty? Sustainability, training, education, planning and support. Providing such services is the mission behind UACDC, a very special nonprofit helping Hillsborough County residents achieve success. 

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Local tech community: Growing fast, deep and strong

The tech community in the Tampa-St. Pete area is strong and growing stronger, says Daniel James Scott, CEO of the Tampa Bay Technology Forum. He shared his assessment of local tech talent and innovation at a March forum hosted by the Tampa Downtown Partnership. 83 Degrees reprints his remarks here.

Haven opens in Sidebern's former SoHo space

Tampa's growing SoHo neighborhood gains a new upscale wine and cheese bar with Haven, the new sister restaurant to world famous Bern’s Steak House. 

Community kitchen brings new hope to Tampa's University area

New Harvest Hope Center Kitchen serves as a classroom for residents of the University Area community in Tampa, Florida.

Urbanite Theatre prepares to launch first season in new black-box theatre in Sarasota

The Urbanite Theatre in Sarasota features a cozy black-box setting designed for customizable production space and intimate performances. Theater capacity is limited to 50-70 seats, depending on the configuration for each show.

Hillsborough County woos Johnson & Johnson with $2M in incentives

Hillsborough County commissioners voted unanimously to approve a $2.1 million incentive package to Johnson & Johnson in hopes that the health care giant will invest in Tampa Bay.

New section of Tampa Riverwalk opens in March


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Building boom sounds again in Florida suburbs: See South Pasco County

Six years after a global recession choked building in local suburbia, construction of new homes, retail, commercial and roads is again going gangbusters within a 40-mile radius of downtown Tampa. Read what’s happening in southern Pasco County just north of Tampa.

Adventure Island opens new water slide in Tampa

Colossal Curl opens as the first new water slide at Adventure Island since 2006, continuing a tradition of sustainable building at SeaWorld Parks, including Busch Gardens in Tampa.

'Building a Healthier Sulphur Springs' project aims to create safe, energy-efficient Tampa homes

The new “Building a Healthier Sulphur Springs” project launches on March 19 at the Abundant Life Worship Center, 8117 N. 13th St. Services aim to make homes in the Sulphur Springs neighborhood safer, healthier and more energy efficient.