Rays Face Orlando Relocation Possibility as Tampa Stadium Talks Near June 1 Deadline
The Tampa Bay Rays are racing toward a June 1 deadline. Stadium talks with Tampa and Hillsborough County officials hang in the balance. Attorney John Morgan confirmed he'd assist moving the franchise to Orlando if discussions collapse. Morgan spoke during an interview with WFTV. He said he stays "very close"...
Local contestant battles fellow chefs on deserted island in ‘Chopped: Castaways’
Largo chef Dwight Hudgins, AKA “The Dreaded Fisherman”, is representing Tampa Bay on Food Network’s new competition series, “Chopped: Castaways”, where the elements are as threatening as the cooking challenges. He gives us a preview of the show and a taste of his Bourbon Squeal Jam Italian Meatballs.
619-unit Skyway Marina project moves ahead after affordability debate
More than 600 apartments can move forward on a site associated with St. Petersburg College in the Skyway Marina District after St. Petersburg City Council rejected an appeal challenging the project, clearing the way for another major residential development along the rapidly changing 34th Street South corridor after a
Tampa Bay Families and Seniors Brace for Partial Relief in State Health Funding Talks
Budget conference: Latest healthcare offers would fund just $2.5M of $5.6M in Tampa Bay area asks – Image for illustrative purposes only (Image credits: Unsplash) Seniors waiting for home-delivered meals and families navigating medical crises now face continued delays, as early offers in Florida’s budget conference cov
Century-old building being demolished in downtown Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Crews began demolition on a Tampa building, a project which is expected to cause significant delays to drivers in downtown Tampa. The old GTE building is located on the northwest corner of Tampa and Twiggs Streets at 601 N. Ashley Drive. Photos of the demolition...
Tampa Bay Rays and local officials announce a tentative $2.3B deal for a new...
MIAMI (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays and local officials announced a tentative $2.3 billion agreement on Thursday for a new ballpark funded by public and private money. The nonbinding memorandum of understanding among the Rays, Hillsborough County and the city of Tampa outlines the costs of a stadium, which would include $9
Rays Stadium Deal Progresses as Hillsborough County and Tampa Pledge $976 Million
Tampa Bay Rays and Hillsborough County agree to preliminary terms for a new stadium – Image for illustrative purposes only (Image credits: Pixabay) The Tampa Bay Rays have reached preliminary terms for a new ballpark on the Dale Mabry Campus of Hillsborough College, marking the first concrete local progress since the t
2 tornadoes touch down near Tampa, causing minor damage; no injuries reported
TAMPA, FLA. (WSVN) - Two tornadoes touched down in northern Florida, causing residents to fear for their safety. The National Weather Service confirmed two twisters formed just north of Tampa on Tuesday afternoon. The first one was on the ground for over a mile and stretched 400 yards wide, according...
Ice & Cream Creamery Plans Gulfport Expansion
With ice cream parlors in locales like Clearwater Beach, Madeira Beach, and St. Pete Beach, Ice & Cream Creamery has created a proven business with a simple mission: “We create flavorsome, traditional ice-cream using fresh, local ingredients.”. With six locations currently listed on its website, Ice & Cream Creamery...
14-year-old Pinellas County middle schooler competing in Scripps National Spelling Bee
TAMPA, Fla. — Tampa Bay will once again represent at the Scripps National Spelling Bee, this year with the smarts of Pinellas County middle schooler Park Allen. East Lake Middle School student Park Allen, 14, is one of 12 Florida kids taking part in this year's spelling bee competition.
