How Tampa watched the Super Bowl in 1991
When Tampa Stadium hosted Super Bowl XXV in 1991, some fans were disappointed that Joe Montana wasn?t in town. But that didn?t stop them from making the trip to Tampa, where the Tampa Bay Center Mall next to the stadium ended up being a gathering spot for many seeking tickets. Here?s Alan Wendt?s original report from 1991.
When Tampa Stadium hosted Super Bowl XXV in 1991, some fans were disappointed that Joe Montana wasn?t in town. But that didn?t stop them from making the trip to Tampa, where the Tampa Bay Center Mall next to the stadium ended up being a gathering spot for many seeking tickets. Here?s Alan Wendt?s original report from 1991.
From 1986: Space shuttle Challenger explodes
'Pulse 13' coverage of the space shuttle Challenger tragedy as reported by WTVT-TV in Tampa, then a CBS affiliate. Originally aired January 28, 1986.
'Pulse 13' coverage of the space shuttle Challenger tragedy as reported by WTVT-TV in Tampa, then a CBS affiliate. Originally aired January 28, 1986.
Ten years ago, the Dali Museum opened its doors -- for a second time -- in downtown St. Pete
On Monday, the Dali Museum will celebrate its 10th anniversary at its current location.
On Monday, the Dali Museum will celebrate its 10th anniversary at its current location.
Tornadoes hit same Pinellas Park neighborhood -- 28 years apart
It's been 28 years, but it hasn't been long enough for longtime Pinellas Park resident Karol Singleton, whose house has now been hit by a tornado twice since she's lived there.
It's been 28 years, but it hasn't been long enough for longtime Pinellas Park resident Karol Singleton, whose house has now been hit by a tornado twice since she's lived there.
Watch living history at Ybor City's red-brick cigar factory and museum
Built from red bricks in 1910, the Ybor City cigar factory with the high clock tower is a monument to the immigrants who built Tampa, one roll at a time.
Built from red bricks in 1910, the Ybor City cigar factory with the high clock tower is a monument to the immigrants who built Tampa, one roll at a time.
'Incredible time capsule': One house remains from the lost town of Limona
The little town of Limona was long ago swallowed by Brandon in Hillsborough County. But one home from the early 1880s remains -- along with many of the original family's possessions.
The little town of Limona was long ago swallowed by Brandon in Hillsborough County. But one home from the early 1880s remains -- along with many of the original family's possessions.
Preservationists say costly Union Station repairs are worth it
Another restoration would be at least the third life for Union Station, a building that’s offered a first impression of Tampa for more than 100 years.
Another restoration would be at least the third life for Union Station, a building that’s offered a first impression of Tampa for more than 100 years.
With legacy already established, Hubbard's Marina welcomes new fishing fans
Every Friday morning on Good Day Tampa Bay, Captain Dylan Hubbard gives viewers the outlook on the Good Catch fishing forecast. It's the continuation of a longtime family tradition.
Every Friday morning on Good Day Tampa Bay, Captain Dylan Hubbard gives viewers the outlook on the Good Catch fishing forecast. It's the continuation of a longtime family tradition.
1920 Ocoee Massacre: Largest U.S. incident of voting-day violence occurred in Florida 100 years ago
Nov. 2, 2020 marks 100 years since the Ocoee Election Day Massacre, which remains the largest incident of voting-day violence -- but to understand this dark part of Florida's, it's important to understand the factors that allowed it to manifest.
Nov. 2, 2020 marks 100 years since the Ocoee Election Day Massacre, which remains the largest incident of voting-day violence -- but to understand this dark part of Florida's, it's important to understand the factors that allowed it to manifest.
Hillsborough County leaders take next steps on Ridgewood Cemetery memorial
The Hillsborough County school district took the next step Tuesday toward memorializing the people buried at the forgotten Ridgewood Cemetery, which was discovered on the King High School campus.
The Hillsborough County school district took the next step Tuesday toward memorializing the people buried at the forgotten Ridgewood Cemetery, which was discovered on the King High School campus.
'The black box' that helped topple a Tampa mayor's '63 re-election
Some people say 2020 is the most contentious election season they’ve ever seen but anyone who lived in Tampa several decades ago may remember this one.
Some people say 2020 is the most contentious election season they’ve ever seen but anyone who lived in Tampa several decades ago may remember this one.
These first maps of Florida have more historical significance than navigational value
Finding your way to Florida wasn't easy 400 years ago. It's evident in the first map ever drawn of the state, which survives to this day, despite the king of Spain's best efforts back in 1511.
Finding your way to Florida wasn't easy 400 years ago. It's evident in the first map ever drawn of the state, which survives to this day, despite the king of Spain's best efforts back in 1511.
Ybor City's newest hotel honors one of its forgotten founding fathers
A new hotel in Ybor City has a name that was nearly forgotten, but now the Hotel Haya is reminding us of a man who helped build the city.
A new hotel in Ybor City has a name that was nearly forgotten, but now the Hotel Haya is reminding us of a man who helped build the city.
MJ turns Tampa Bay radio on its head with new morning show on old rival station
After eight years off the airwaves of Tampa Bay, the MJ Morning Show is coming back. But it's not coming back on the station where it started, 93.3 WFLZ. The show is coming back on the station that once was the Power Pig's bitter rival -- Q-105.
After eight years off the airwaves of Tampa Bay, the MJ Morning Show is coming back. But it's not coming back on the station where it started, 93.3 WFLZ. The show is coming back on the station that once was the Power Pig's bitter rival -- Q-105.
1920 Ocoee Election Day Massacre: Florida museum seeks to shine light on dark day
Ahead of the 100-year mark of the Ocoee Election Day Massacre, the Orange County Regional Historical Center is opening the most comprehensive, academic exhibition on the topic.
Ahead of the 100-year mark of the Ocoee Election Day Massacre, the Orange County Regional Historical Center is opening the most comprehensive, academic exhibition on the topic.
Crowley Museum needs help reconnecting Florida's past with future generations
The Crowley Museum in Sarasota County has become a hidden gem, giving families a chance to get outside and have some socially distanced education and fun.
The Crowley Museum in Sarasota County has become a hidden gem, giving families a chance to get outside and have some socially distanced education and fun.
First female NHL player recalls 'amazing' Lightning debut
Twenty-eight years ago this week, Manon Rhéaume made history when she stepped on the ice for the Tampa Bay Lightning. She says it’s incredible to see how far the team has come.
Twenty-eight years ago this week, Manon Rhéaume made history when she stepped on the ice for the Tampa Bay Lightning. She says it’s incredible to see how far the team has come.
Established in 1930, Florida's beloved supermarket, Publix, turns 90 this week
The green aprons, the BOGOs, and those holiday commercials: Publix, the grocery store admired among Floridians and based out of Lakeland, has officially been around for 90 years.
The green aprons, the BOGOs, and those holiday commercials: Publix, the grocery store admired among Floridians and based out of Lakeland, has officially been around for 90 years.
Author of 'Pledge of Allegiance,' published 128 years ago, lived out his final days in Tampa
On September 8, 1892, the "Pledge of Allegiance" was published for the very first time. Francis J. Bellamy is credited with writing those 31 poignant, powerful words that have been recited for nearly 130 years.
On September 8, 1892, the "Pledge of Allegiance" was published for the very first time. Francis J. Bellamy is credited with writing those 31 poignant, powerful words that have been recited for nearly 130 years.
Historic St. Pete hotel renovation reveals hidden artifact: The Bay Area's first elevator
Its brick walls are so much a part of St. Petersburg that its past is often passed over. The Detroit hotel was built in 1888 and 1889, the oldest hotel in the city. Recently, a crew was doing demolition work for a new restaurant when they found a forgotten piece of the hotel.
Its brick walls are so much a part of St. Petersburg that its past is often passed over. The Detroit hotel was built in 1888 and 1889, the oldest hotel in the city. Recently, a crew was doing demolition work for a new restaurant when they found a forgotten piece of the hotel.