Traffic Advisory: Saturday, December 6th'Tis the season for major holiday events and this Saturday, December 6th we will see a blizzard of 'em. From parades, to tree lightings, to bike rides and…
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City of Tampa to Honor Levy Brothers’ Legacy with Street Naming CeremonyThe City of Tampa will hold a street naming ceremony on Friday, December 5, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. to honor the extraordinary contributions of identical…
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MLK Parade Foundation Expands Scholarship Program for 2026The Martin Luther King Jr. Parade Foundation, Inc. will announce enhancements to its scholarship program that will allow more Hillsborough County high school students to apply and benefit.…
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The Kate Jackson Center's Anderson Playground has beautiful new equipment with ADA upgrades and is unveiling it all with a ribbon cutting.In addition to the new equipment - featuring a Kompan Giant Dome - the park received safer ground covering,…
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Tampa Convention Center Wins “Best of the Best” Honor to Wrap Up Award-Winning YearTampa Convention Center is proud to cap off an award-winning 2025 by being named ConventionSouth’s Best of the Best Convention Center, the top honor…
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The City of Tampa's Parks and Recreation Department is ringing bells and taking names for Santa this holiday season, with a big box of Christmas activities to unpack.Tree Lighting - December 3 at 6:00 P.M. at the New Tampa Recreation Center, 17302…
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With the help of millions of dollars of funding from the East Tampa Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), a cherished landmark of Ybor City’s cigar-making heritage is on its way back to life. After decades of deterioration, the 115-year-old Sanchez…
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City of Tampa Trash Collection Schedule Revised for Thanksgiving HolidayIn observance of Thanksgiving, City of Tampa offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025, and Friday, November 28, 2025. Commercial and Residential Customers will not…
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Tampa Recognized for Advocating for EqualityTampa once again celebrates a perfect score on its efforts to support the LGBTQ+ community.The Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Municipal Equality Index 2025 released its results Tuesday, with Tampa…
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City Launches Program for Hurricane RepairsBeginning today at 9 a.m., more financial aid will be available for Tampa homeowners affected by hurricanes Helene and Milton.
The City of Tampa, with the support of the Tampa City Council, will…
The City of Tampa, with the support of the Tampa City Council, will…
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City's New Traffic Platform Makes Travel EasierTampa drivers will now be traveling more efficiently thanks to the City of Tampa's usage of cutting-edge mapping technology.
One.network is a traffic solutions platform that helps reduce…
One.network is a traffic solutions platform that helps reduce…
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CRA Board Approves West Tampa Affordable Housing PartnershipThe Community Redevelopment Agency Board has approved a partnership between Domain Homes and the Tampa Community Redevelopment Agency's (CRA) Housing Division to build single family homes…
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Water Department to Add New Infrastructure Upgrade to Improve Safety & ResiliencyThe Tampa Water Department is moving forward with a critical upgrade to its water treatment process that will enhance water quality while reducing long-term…
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From Tampa Bay Tech architecture classes to cutting the ribbon on a multi-million dollar affordable housing project, the men of Pittman Design Group (PDG) are celebrating the completion of a 10-unit affordable apartment complex.Partnering with the…
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The City of Tampa offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in observance of Veterans Day.
Residential and Commercial collection service will be suspended on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 and will be…
Residential and Commercial collection service will be suspended on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 and will be…
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The City of Tampa is turning up the spotlight on local talent this Friday with its inaugural Career Glow Up Job Fair, a one-of-a-kind hiring event designed to help residents shine, connect, and land meaningful work.The…
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As the Tampa Bay area enters the drier fall season, the Tampa Water Department is helping residents maintain healthy, water-wise lawns with a free compost giveaway.Starting Friday, November 7, 2025, at 9 a.m., City of Tampa Water Department…
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With major restoration and rehabilitation set to begin on the historic Sanchez y Haya Building and surrounding site, the City of Tampa is now accepting applications from residents to serve on a non-partisan board that will…
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In a critical step toward establishing a brand-new ferry service between Tampa and St. Petersburg, the Tampa City Council today approved an interlocal agreement with the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) and the City of St. Petersburg for…
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City Launches Program for Hurricane RepairsBeginning November 17th, more financial aid will be available for Tampa homeowners affected by hurricanes Helene and Milton.
The City of Tampa, with the support of the Tampa City Council, will be…
The City of Tampa, with the support of the Tampa City Council, will be…
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The Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections will certify the results of the District 5 City Council race on Friday, October 31, 2025, at 2:30 p.m.
Immediately following certification, the …
Immediately following certification, the …
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Tampa Community Redevelopment Agency Wins Four Awards from the Planning CommissionThe City of Tampa’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) took home four top honors at The Planning Commission’s 43rd Annual Planning & Design Awards last week. The…
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NFL/LISC Grassroots Program and Tampa Bay Buccaneers Grant $100,000 To Install a Natural Turf Field at Southwest Port Tampa ParkChildren’s Athletic Network and Dance Opportunities (CANDO) and the City of Tampa have been granted $100,000 by the…
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With more than 840 local small businesses assisted in just two years, Tampa's Small Business Navigator is eager to help more.After severe damages from Hurricane Milton shuttered the East Tampa Sandwich shop That's Wat'Sub for six weeks, owner…
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Additional Project Facts:Segment 1 - Platt to BroreinThis 0.2-mile segment consists of two new pedestrian underpass bridges and a newly constructed multi-use trail from Bayshore Boulevard (immediately south of the Platt Street Bridge) north to the…
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With golden shovels in hand and a bold vision for the future, the City of Tampa will break ground on the next chapter of its iconic Riverwalk through a transformative project designed to connect communities, spark economic growth, and breathe new…
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To celebrate an exciting Stanley Cup matchup, Mayor Jane Castor is sending a gift basket full of Tampa treasures to City of Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson. At the start of the Stanley Cup Finals, Mayor Castor and Mayor Johnson made a bet that whichever…
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Plan ahead so you don't get spooked by the traffic in and around Downtown this weekend, as there is a hauntingly high number of events and happenings! Be on the lookout for large amounts of pedestrians, some of whom may seem to pop up out of…
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In recognition of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, Tampa City Councilman Luis Viera will join local disability advocates and community members for a special flag-raising ceremony at Old City Hall on Thursday, October 23, at 8:30 a.m.By raising the…
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Marking yet another milestone in the Castor Administration's years-long effort to combat rising rental rates and address Tampa’s housing shortage, city leaders, alongside representatives from the developer Related Urban Group and Tampa Housing…
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City of Tampa Launches Virtual Inspections for Homeowners and ContractorsHomeowners and contractors in Tampa can now say goodbye to waiting around for inspectors to arrive, and hello to inspections at the speed of Wi-Fi! Starting October 20th, the…
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Calling all green thumbs -- the City of Tampa’s Parking Division has a unique opportunity for you to "Grow With Us!"Starting Wednesday, October 22, through Wednesday, November 5, the City will begin accepting online applications for residents…
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The City of Tampa and Hillsborough College (HC) are joining forces to launch GEAR UP, a new workforce development program designed to build a pipeline of certified, job-ready fleet technicians to meet growing local and national demands.The GEAR UP…
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The City of Tampa and Hillsborough Community College (HCC) are joining forces to launch GEAR UP, a new workforce development program designed to build a pipeline of certified, job-ready…
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Thanks to grants from the American Heart Association and Tampa General Hospital, the City of Tampa has acquired 39 Automated External Defibrillators, and has deployed these AEDs across the city.The grants have already saved a life. An AED installed…
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Tampa’s AAPI Film Celebration Returns to Ybor CityThe City of Tampa Mayor’s Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Advisory Council will host Tampa’s 2nd Annual Asian Film Screening on Sunday, October 19…
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As Tampa marks one year since the unprecedented back-to-back hurricanes of fall 2024, a look back at the response and recovery efforts underscores the city’s resilience and fight to come back stronger.This time last year, Tampa was enduring a second…
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Teen Dancers Celebrate their Hispanic HeritageFor several high school dancers performing in Tampa’s 37th Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration next week, the experience will mean more than just a dance.The New Tampa Senior Production Showstars will…
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Mayor Jane Castor and Superintendent Van Ayers join Sidewalk Stompers for National Walk to School DaySidewalk Stompers will celebrate National Walk to School Day on October 8th with Mayor Jane Castor and Superintendent Van Ayres by welcoming…
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The City of Tampa is proud to unveil its second brand-new paving machine.Combined with the new paving machine purchased last year, this latest addition will provide City paving crews the updated equipment they need to pave more streets, even faster…
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As the finishing touches go into the new East Tampa/Fair Oaks Recreation Complex, the original building of Fair Oaks Park came down Friday.Construction crews demolished the facility this week as they finalize the 10.25-acre redevelopment and…
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Thousands of people will converge on downtown Tampa on Saturday, October 4th to enjoy a vivacious blend of music, festivals, sports, and other activities. Drivers in and around Downtown should expect busy roads, limited on-street parking, and higher…
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It’s a three-peat! Tampa Convention Center has won the gold medal for Best Convention Center (Regional – Southeast U.S.) in the prestigious Stella Awards for the third year in a row. The center also took home the top honor in this category in 2023…
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A major investment to improve drainage and boost neighborhood flood resiliency is set to begin soon in a South Tampa neighborhood known to experience street flooding, even during a typical rainstorm.South Manhattan Ave - from W Vasconia St to W…
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As part of Mayor Jane Castor's mission for Transforming Tampa's Tomorrow, she has worked with the Tampa City Council to assemble a group of subject matter experts, key stakeholders, and community leaders to participate in an Economic Advisory Team…
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Bayshore Boulevard landscaping will get its largest replanting since 2018, beginning today and running for up to two weeks.
Bayshore’s landscaping typically gets subtle, ongoing plantings, small replacements as plants begin to fade or…
Bayshore’s landscaping typically gets subtle, ongoing plantings, small replacements as plants begin to fade or…
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Tampa Convention Center is honored to announce it is nominated for the prestigious ConventionSouth Readers’ Choice Award. This recognition celebrates the best Convention and Visitors…
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On what would have been the 95th birthday of singer, songwriter, and pianist Ray Charles, Tampa unveiled a new historical marker honoring the music legends of Central Avenue, the street where Charles once played and found his voice.The marker, made…
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The City of Tampa has officially launched a new initiative funded through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) called the Tampa Entrepreneur Support Hub. This program will provide a suite of economic development services designed to help…
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Tampa Hope will open its Matthew 25 Community Center, just one year after breaking ground. The center will be a focal point of the shelter, providing clients with showers, laundry facilities, restrooms, and a professional-grade kitchen.Catholic…
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