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Innovation News Meet AI robot "Maya''

Tampa AI startup aims to help businesses reach their goals

Paul CatalaTuesday, November 3, 2020
The overall goal of Tampa-based XiByte is to use artificial intelligence to help entrepreneurs start and run their own companies, with a focus on growth and stability using robotics rather than humans. .
Innovation News Dr. Karyna Rosario conducting field research for her work at the USF marine genomics lab.

Encouraging ethnic diversity at the USF College of Marine Science

Janan TalaferTuesday, November 3, 2020
The City of St. Petersburg pledges $125,000 to the USF College of Marine Science over the next five years to encourage underrepresented students of color to pursue careers in marine science.
For Good Clearwater's sustainability and resiliency efforts gain environmental group's recognition as a Beacon City of hope for the future

Environmental nonprofit sees Clearwater as beacon of hopeBeacon City designation honors sustainability efforts

Julie GaristoTuesday, October 27, 2020
Blue-Green Connections continues to educate and motivate citizens, businesses, and organizations to protect land and waters. Its recognition of Clearwater as a Beacon City is the result of the city’s sustainability and resiliency programming.
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Priorities shift for philanthropic groups compelled to innovate post-COVID-19Read how you can help meet community needs

Kathy SteeleTuesday, October 27, 2020
The nonprofit needs list keeps growing in the Tampa Bay Area as community members struggle in the aftermath of COVID-19. Philanthropic groups are supplying basic needs and providing more targeted services that address education, arts and culture, animal welfare, domestic abuse, housing, financial aid, and job searches.
Feature Story Tampa City Council member Luis Viera listens to the insights of labor union leaders in Tampa.

Commentary: Training, apprenticeships can help ensure economic security in Tampa Bay Area

Luis VieraTuesday, October 27, 2020
More apprenticeships for young people in Florida construction and other trades are key to ending the high-school-to-prison pipeline while creating lifelong opportunities for economic security.
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Tampa cartoonist on discarded face masks

S. Aaron LadenTuesday, October 27, 2020
Dr. S. "Aaron'' Laden, a retired pathologist in the Tampa Bay Area, looks for humor in the everyday vicissitudes of life. This time he takes on the potential effects of discarded facemasks.
Feature Story Tampa Bay Wave CEO and Founder Linda Olson leads an RFM discussion in this 2016 archive image.

Commentary: Tampa Bay business ecosystem thrives in face of economic challenges

Brian DemingTuesday, October 27, 2020
Through a U.S. Economic Development Administration (USEDA) grant, Tampa Bay Wave, StarterStudio, and others have collaborated over the last two years to create Upsurge Florida, which has been working hard to raise awareness of early-stage investment opportunities across the I-4 corridor.
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New bank coming to St. Pete touts green missionCity's environmental ethos attracts Climate First Bank

Allison KoehlerTuesday, October 27, 2020
Climate First Bank in St. Petersburg will be the first bank in the state to be a Florida Benefits Corporation, a new legal tool designed to create a solid foundation for long-term mission alignment and value creation. 
Innovation News A Tampa police officer demonstrates use of the new body cams.

Tampa police expand use of body cameras, make policy changes

Yvette C. HammettTuesday, October 27, 2020
In the aftermath of the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis, the Tampa Police Department is expanding use of body cams from a 60-camera pilot program to 650 cameras that monitor police interactions with the public. 
Innovation News CEO Stan Liberatore of No Limit Technology

Vsummits offers alternative virtual meetup space

Allison KoehlerTuesday, October 27, 2020
As the new normal continues to be conducting business remotely, there is a heightened demand for virtual platform options. Meet Vsummits, the creation of a Tampa entrepreneur.
Development News Salcines Park at the corner of Main Street and Howard Avenue in West Tampa.

Residents help city redesign Main Street in West Tampa

Yvette C. HammettTuesday, October 20, 2020
The city’s planning and zoning departments and its mobility department are working with the Hillsborough County Planning Commission, USF’s School of Architecture, the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority, and the Metropolitan Planning Organization to create a new urban design for the Main Street commercial district in West Tampa.
Development News The Tampa Downtown Partnership is reassessing how, when, where, and why people park downtown.

Looking for a parking space in Downtown Tampa? Changes may help

Yvette C. HammettTuesday, October 20, 2020
Change is afoot for Downtown Tampa parking in an effort to better match demand with supply to ensure efficiency and accessibility.
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Film and digital media content speaker series comes to Tampa

Caitlin AlbrittonTuesday, October 20, 2020
In an effort to boost Tampa's filmmaking production, a new virtual speaker series features nationally acclaimed professional filmmakers sharing tips to help upcoming filmmakers learn new skills and get a taste of what the industry is like.
Feature Story Fowler Avenue runs through the Uptown innovation district in Tampa.

Uptown District leaders focus on income inequalities in North Tampa

Joshua McMorrow-HernandezTuesday, October 20, 2020
RD Management, which bought University Mall in 2014, has begun massive redevelopments at the landmark retail hub and recently started construction on its multimillion-dollar transformation of the property into the live-work-play space called RITHM (Research, Innovation, Technology, Humanity, and Medicine) at Uptown.
Feature Story Signature dish Spaghetti Nana Maria at Casa Santo Stefano in Ybor City.

Sicilian-inspired restaurant in Ybor City nears opening date

Yvette C. HammettTuesday, October 20, 2020
Richard Gonzmart, president and 4th-generation caretaker of the Columbia Restaurant Group, says he was inspired to open Casa Santo Stefano in Ybor City by the meals he enjoyed on Sundays while visiting the home of his best friend, Vincent Palori.
Feature Story Tempus Projects/Crab Devil, Illsol, and New Roots Collective teamed up to honor Black Lives Matter in this mural.

What’s cooking? Update on Crab Devil’s Peninsularium art experience in Tampa

Caitlin AlbrittonTuesday, October 20, 2020
Eight creative proposals -- in addition to some in-house projects -- have been accepted for shipping containers that are in the process of being transformed into mesmerizing artist-created spaces in Ybor Heights in Tampa.
Feature Story COVID-19 virus under the microscope.

Tracking COVID-19's toll on Florida: Doing better, but not good enoughDoctors urge optimism while warning of dangers

Dr. Bruce ShephardTuesday, October 20, 2020
Hillsborough County's medical experts in infectious disease share their latest insights into the status of COVID-19 in Florida and why they are cautiously optimistic about the future.

Masthead images: Pass-A-Grille

Diane EgnerTuesday, October 20, 2020
Development News Milkin' It offers an array of flavored coffee drinks in a work-friendly environment.

Milkin’ It coffee shop opens in Channel District, Downtown Tampa

Yvette C. HammettTuesday, October 6, 2020
Entrepreneur Sebastien Rivas carves out a niche for a new coffee shop in Tampa's Channel District with unique recipes inspired by fond childhood memories of flavored cereals and creamy milk. 
Development News The 301 Business Center is going in on East Columbus Drive in Tampa.

Growing demand for warehouse space reflects changing lifestyles post-COVID-19

Yvette C. HammettTuesday, October 6, 2020
Warehouse investment is up across the nation, including in Hillsborough County and across the Tampa Bay region. Why? Increased e-commerce and home improvement projects prompted by 'nesting' or staying at home during the pandemic.
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