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Arial view of the Tampa Convention Center exhibit hall shows blue and orange volleyball courts set up and thousands of athletes, coaches, and parents spectating the tournament.
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The Tampa Convention Center’s exhibit hall is currently being transformed into a massive gymnasium for the Gasparilla Volleyball Kickoff Classics.10,000 athletes, coaches, and parents will visit…


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Last week, young scientists, engineers, and mathematicians put their best work on display at the HCSP STEM Fair.The Tampa Convention Center hosted this year’s annual Hillsborough STEM Fair on…


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  Last weekend the Florida Music Education Association (FMEA) hosted their professional development conference—the longest running convention in Tampa. Flutes, saxophones, drums, keyboards, violins…


Two auditioners warm up on the practice stage at the America's Got Talent Auditions
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Performers from across the country traveled to the Tampa Convention Center yesterday in hopes of being on America’s largest talent show—America’s Got Talent.Doors opened for Season 14 of America’s…


Portrait of Una Garvey
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Mayor Buckhorn has appointed Una Garvey to Acting Convention & Tourism Director. “Una has been a steadfast employee with the City of Tampa for the last 35 years,” said Mayor Bob Buckhorn. “Her…


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Make a Wish Southern Florida and Tampa Fire Rescue joined forces last week to grant 11-year old Samuel the wish of a lifetime—to be a firefighter for a day.Samuel, a Tampa local living with cystic…


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Beginning December 4, 2018, the ramp from the Riverwalk to the Platt Street Bridge will be temporarily closed.  More commonly known as the ramp with the hair-pin turn next to the large staircase…


Photo of EdSpaces donations including desks, chairs, carpets, cabinets, and more
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Over $215,000 worth of classroom furniture and equipment were donated over the weekend to local schools at the conclusion of the EdSpaces conference.EdSpace, a conference designed for educator,…


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A purr-fect event took place over the weekend, complete with adorable adoptables, outstanding performances, and even snow on the Riverwalk.Tuxes and Tails is the Humane Society of Tampa Bay’s annual…


Rendering of the new Big Ray's Fish Camp building that will be constructed near The Sail features walk-up window and expanded seating.
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Pardon our waves! BIG upgrades are on the horizon that are sure to satisfy convention-goers and local foodies alike.This morning, construction barriers and fencing were installed right on schedule…


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