On the auction block: own part of Tampa Bay's Beer Can Island
If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a private island, now may be your chance. The owners of Beer Can Island in the middle of Tampa Bay are auctioning off a 33% stake in the island, and their preferred currency is bitcoin.
If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a private island, now may be your chance. The owners of Beer Can Island in the middle of Tampa Bay are auctioning off a 33% stake in the island, and their preferred currency is bitcoin.
'Trumparilla' among boat parades being planned in lieu of Gasparilla
Tampa's annual Gasparilla tradition may be off, but that isn't stopping Cliff Gephart and others from launching a boat parade of their own, calling it Trumparilla.
Tampa's annual Gasparilla tradition may be off, but that isn't stopping Cliff Gephart and others from launching a boat parade of their own, calling it Trumparilla.
New report reveals troubling water quality trends in Old Tampa Bay
The results of a recent study by the Tampa Bay Estuary Program revealed some concerning trends regarding levels of algae known for posing a health risk to wildlife and people.
The results of a recent study by the Tampa Bay Estuary Program revealed some concerning trends regarding levels of algae known for posing a health risk to wildlife and people.
FWC looking for tips regarding scalped pelicans near Skyway pier
Rescue groups say someone is deliberately scalping pelicans by the Skyway fishing pier, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating the crime.
Rescue groups say someone is deliberately scalping pelicans by the Skyway fishing pier, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating the crime.
Rescue group pleads for help as they rescue hundreds of pelicans from Skyway pier
At nearly two miles long, the south end of the old Sunshine Skyway Bridge is now the longest fishing pier in the world. It's also one of the most deadliest spots for pelicans, but a local group of volunteers is working to change that.
At nearly two miles long, the south end of the old Sunshine Skyway Bridge is now the longest fishing pier in the world. It's also one of the most deadliest spots for pelicans, but a local group of volunteers is working to change that.
Bay Area oyster farmers building back Florida's aquaculture industry
A Bay Area couple is working to build back Florida's oyster industry after the Apalachicola Bay oyster fishery was shut down. They now manage the first aquaculture oyster farm in the history of Tampa Bay.
A Bay Area couple is working to build back Florida's oyster industry after the Apalachicola Bay oyster fishery was shut down. They now manage the first aquaculture oyster farm in the history of Tampa Bay.
After Super Bowl Sunday: Host committee touts $2 million investment
The Super Bowl LV Host Committee celebrated the impact its Forever 55 program is expected to have long after the big game is over.
The Super Bowl LV Host Committee celebrated the impact its Forever 55 program is expected to have long after the big game is over.
Bay Area hospitality industry adapts to unusual Super Bowl
After years of planning, Super Bowl week is finally here. The COVID-19 pandemic threw a wrench into the plans, and that's not the only unusual thing about the Super Bowl in 2021.
After years of planning, Super Bowl week is finally here. The COVID-19 pandemic threw a wrench into the plans, and that's not the only unusual thing about the Super Bowl in 2021.
Tampa Bay events celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, National Day of Service
Due to the pandemic, MLK Day celebrations look different this year as there won’t be any in-person celebrations or parades like years past.
Due to the pandemic, MLK Day celebrations look different this year as there won’t be any in-person celebrations or parades like years past.
Tampa Bay superintendents express concerns over USF College of Education cuts
Fearing "horrible" consequences, district superintendents from across Tampa Bay urged the University of South Florida to reconsider its plan to phase out its college of education during a virtual meeting Friday.
Fearing "horrible" consequences, district superintendents from across Tampa Bay urged the University of South Florida to reconsider its plan to phase out its college of education during a virtual meeting Friday.
Fun, family-friendly Halloween events planned in Tampa Bay
Family-friendly Halloween events are occurring throughout Tampa Bay this weekend.
Family-friendly Halloween events are occurring throughout Tampa Bay this weekend.
Survey reveals gap in how different races perceive Bay Area race relations
The study of 450 people in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco and Hernando counties shows 89 percent of Blacks believe racism exists in their community versus 59 percent of whites.
The study of 450 people in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco and Hernando counties shows 89 percent of Blacks believe racism exists in their community versus 59 percent of whites.
First day of early voting breaks records in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties
Thousands lined up in the early morning hours to cast their ballots in person on the first day of early voting in the Tampa Bay area. Here's where and when you can vote in your neighborhood.
Thousands lined up in the early morning hours to cast their ballots in person on the first day of early voting in the Tampa Bay area. Here's where and when you can vote in your neighborhood.
Tampa rental rates soar as prices across the country slide during pandemic
Studio apartment prices in Hillsborough County are up more than 28 percent -- to $1,245 -- compared to the same point in 2019. Pinellas County, meanwhile, has seen the fourth-biggest spike in one-bedroom rental prices: Up 11 percent, to nearly $1,300 a month.
Studio apartment prices in Hillsborough County are up more than 28 percent -- to $1,245 -- compared to the same point in 2019. Pinellas County, meanwhile, has seen the fourth-biggest spike in one-bedroom rental prices: Up 11 percent, to nearly $1,300 a month.
As COVID-19 rates stabilize, counties reconsider mask mandates
The Hillsborough County Commission's weekly COVID-19 emergency meeting was postponed today, but commissioner Stacy White says – had it gone on as planned – he was going to propose ending the county's mask mandate.
The Hillsborough County Commission's weekly COVID-19 emergency meeting was postponed today, but commissioner Stacy White says – had it gone on as planned – he was going to propose ending the county's mask mandate.
Builders blame pandemic as lumber supplies drop and prices spike
The pandemic shutdown resulted in short supplies and high prices from lumber mills, and it’s affecting the construction industry from wood needed for framing to indoor trims.
The pandemic shutdown resulted in short supplies and high prices from lumber mills, and it’s affecting the construction industry from wood needed for framing to indoor trims.
Tampa Bay transit officials presented new proposal for Hyperloop bullet train system
Faster, smoother, more fuel-efficient travel between the Bay Area and South Florida -- that’s the dream Hyperloop Transportation Technologies pitched to the Tampa Bay Area Regional Transportation Authority Friday.
Faster, smoother, more fuel-efficient travel between the Bay Area and South Florida -- that’s the dream Hyperloop Transportation Technologies pitched to the Tampa Bay Area Regional Transportation Authority Friday.
19 years after 9/11 attacks, Tampa Bay pauses to reflect
Taps played, a wreath was laid, and words to honor the fallen were spoken. But Lakeland’s ceremony to commemorate September 11 this year stood out from many others across the country.
Taps played, a wreath was laid, and words to honor the fallen were spoken. But Lakeland’s ceremony to commemorate September 11 this year stood out from many others across the country.
USPS needs some holiday help; here's how to apply
If you're looking for a job, the U.S. Postal Service might be looking for you. The USPS in central Florida is hiring more than 1,000 employees ahead of the holiday season.
If you're looking for a job, the U.S. Postal Service might be looking for you. The USPS in central Florida is hiring more than 1,000 employees ahead of the holiday season.
It's a sellers' market, realtors say
Inventory on homes for sale around the Bay Area has been low since COVID-19 numbers started to soar in March, leaving few options for buyers searching for their next home
Inventory on homes for sale around the Bay Area has been low since COVID-19 numbers started to soar in March, leaving few options for buyers searching for their next home