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Gasparilla invasion route shifted due to wind forecast
The Gasparilla Pirate Fest has announced that the pirate's invasion route is changing due to the wind forecast.
The Gasparilla Pirate Fest has announced that the pirate's invasion route is changing due to the wind forecast.
Gasparilla wardrobe: Store owners urging Tampa's pirates to wear layers ahead of cold invasion
Time is ticking for last-minute Gasparilla shoppers searching for the perfect pirate costume. A colder-than-usual forecast, though, has changed what people are buying ahead of Saturday’s festivities.
Time is ticking for last-minute Gasparilla shoppers searching for the perfect pirate costume. A colder-than-usual forecast, though, has changed what people are buying ahead of Saturday’s festivities.
Fire sparks at business in Hyde Park Village: Crews
A fire sparked at a business in Hyde Park Village on West Snow Avenue Thursday afternoon, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.
A fire sparked at a business in Hyde Park Village on West Snow Avenue Thursday afternoon, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.
Gasparilla flotilla route shortened due to weather concerns as law enforcement continues safety preps
Due to expected windy conditions, the Gasparilla pirates decided to shorten their flotilla route this year.
Due to expected windy conditions, the Gasparilla pirates decided to shorten their flotilla route this year.
Homeschool students learning to put on a show at Patel Conservatory theatre classes
Each Wednesday morning, homeschool students learn the craft of theater through Patel Conservatory classes.
Each Wednesday morning, homeschool students learn the craft of theater through Patel Conservatory classes.
Gasparilla 2026: Cold weather prep underway ahead of potentially coldest parade in Tampa history
With tens of thousands of revelers expected to flood Bayshore Boulevard on Saturday, Gasparilla weekend is lining up to feel more like winter than a typical Tampa pirate invasion.
With tens of thousands of revelers expected to flood Bayshore Boulevard on Saturday, Gasparilla weekend is lining up to feel more like winter than a typical Tampa pirate invasion.
Tampa City Council take steps to fund South Howard flood relief plans
The long-contested plan to fix chronic flooding in South Tampa’s iconic "SoHo" district faced a critical check-up on Thursday.
The long-contested plan to fix chronic flooding in South Tampa’s iconic "SoHo" district faced a critical check-up on Thursday.
USF College of Nursing receives $2M gift to expand second-degree nursing program
The University of South Florida on Wednesday announced the $2 million donation, which will establish the Second Degree Nursing Success Scholarship, designed to make the college’s accelerated bachelor’s in nursing program more accessible.
The University of South Florida on Wednesday announced the $2 million donation, which will establish the Second Degree Nursing Success Scholarship, designed to make the college’s accelerated bachelor’s in nursing program more accessible.
Tips on how to improve your home in the cold
Winter is back in Tampa Bay and experts say you can improve your home's energy efficiency to keep your heating bill low.
Winter is back in Tampa Bay and experts say you can improve your home's energy efficiency to keep your heating bill low.
Choppy, windy conditions expected for Gasparilla flotilla, could be dangerous: Police
A windy forecast ahead of Gasparilla is raising safety concerns, as crowded waterways and choppy conditions could create dangerous situations.
A windy forecast ahead of Gasparilla is raising safety concerns, as crowded waterways and choppy conditions could create dangerous situations.
Tampa, St. Pete homicides, other crimes drop to lowest level in 50+ years — here’s what helped
As officers begin their shifts, new stats are showing their hard work is paying off in a big way. Both St. Petersburg and Tampa marked the lowest number of homicides in 2025 in more than 50 years.
As officers begin their shifts, new stats are showing their hard work is paying off in a big way. Both St. Petersburg and Tampa marked the lowest number of homicides in 2025 in more than 50 years.
TPA welcomes job seekers at hiring event ahead of spring break rush
Job seekers gathered at Tampa International Airport (TPA) on Wednesday for the airport’s hiring event as it prepares for the upcoming spring break travel rush.
Job seekers gathered at Tampa International Airport (TPA) on Wednesday for the airport’s hiring event as it prepares for the upcoming spring break travel rush.
Rays stadium negotiations: Incorporating Hillsborough College could be key to preventing economic headwinds
The Tampa Bay Rays are deep in negotiations with local governments as they try to come up with a funding plan for what's expected to be a multi-billion-dollar development project to bring a ballpark to Tampa.
The Tampa Bay Rays are deep in negotiations with local governments as they try to come up with a funding plan for what's expected to be a multi-billion-dollar development project to bring a ballpark to Tampa.
Tampa volunteers who transport cancer patients get once-in-a-lifetime Stanley Cup surprise
Two Tampa Bay volunteers who spend their time helping cancer patients get to critical medical appointments got a surprise of a lifetime when the Stanley Cup rode along with them.
Two Tampa Bay volunteers who spend their time helping cancer patients get to critical medical appointments got a surprise of a lifetime when the Stanley Cup rode along with them.
Will it snow in Tampa? Rare 'Gulf-effect' setup could bring flakes this weekend
There’s been some online buzz about the very small chance of snow in parts of the Bay Area.
There’s been some online buzz about the very small chance of snow in parts of the Bay Area.
Gasparilla pirates rebuffed as mayor refuses to surrender key to the city: ‘We will never surrender!’
The cannons roared and beads went flying as pirates as Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla (YMKG) made their way through downtown Tampa on Tuesday. But despite the loud demands and pirate escort, Mayor Jane Castor wasn't ready to hand over the key just yet.
The cannons roared and beads went flying as pirates as Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla (YMKG) made their way through downtown Tampa on Tuesday. But despite the loud demands and pirate escort, Mayor Jane Castor wasn't ready to hand over the key just yet.
MOSI unveils new name and expansion plans
MOSI is unveiling a name change and expanded learning spaces designed to reflect innovation at the heart of its mission.
MOSI is unveiling a name change and expanded learning spaces designed to reflect innovation at the heart of its mission.
Florida lawmakers advance new vaccine exemption bill as measles cases rise
A newly proposed school vaccine exemption bill is moving through the Florida Legislature as measles cases spike statewide.
A newly proposed school vaccine exemption bill is moving through the Florida Legislature as measles cases spike statewide.
AAA breaks down how to protect our cars and homes in this cold snap
When it comes to cold temperatures like we’re experiencing, there are lots of things to think about when it comes to what we need to do to keep things protected, especially our car.
When it comes to cold temperatures like we’re experiencing, there are lots of things to think about when it comes to what we need to do to keep things protected, especially our car.