Hyde Park residents push back on Magnolia Hotel proposal

Residents voice concerns over the scale, parking and flood risks tied to the proposed Magnolia Hotel and Residences in Hyde Park.

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Wide shot of Magnolia Hotel & Residences from Bayshore Boulevard, showing its white façade, balconies and surrounding greenery.
BODYBAR Pilates opening 9th Tampa Bay Area studio in Palmetto

BODYBAR Pilates is expanding across Tampa Bay with a new Palmetto studio and a series of November community events ahead of its 2026 opening.

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BODYBAR Pilates reformer machines lined up in a bright, modern studio space
Tampa startup uses AI to protect drinking water before problems arise

A Tampa pilot led by SkyTL and ACCIONA uses AI to detect water quality threats before they impact drinking water operations.

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SkyTL founder Rocio Frej Vitalle leads a strategy session with her team in Tampa, focusing on AI-driven water quality technology.
United Way Suncoast CEO heads south to helm Sarasota foundation

Jessica Muroff leaves United Way Suncoast to become CEO of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, strengthening Tampa Bay’s nonprofit network.

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Jessica Muroff, incoming president and CEO of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County.
Outback opening new Lakewood Ranch restaurant Nov. 11

Outback expands to Lakewood Ranch with new jobs, community giving and a nod to its Tampa beginnings.

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Exterior of Outback Steakhouse restaurant with red logo and stone facade
Meet the Tampa Army vet powering new startups

Army veteran Valerie Lavin is helping Tampa Bay’s veterans and first responders turn service into successful startups.

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Action Zone staff and volunteers connect with veterans, first responders and aspiring entrepreneurs across Tampa Bay.
Tampa’s Meals On Wheels names new CEO

Meals On Wheels of Tampa ushers in a new era as community leader Mandy Cloninger steps in to guide its mission forward.

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Meals On Wheels of Tampa headquarters building with a modern gray and red exterior, showcasing the nonprofit’s heart and utensils logo on the front facade.
Tampa’s Neen James redefines what leadership really means

Neen James transforms luxury from a status symbol into a leadership strategy rooted in intention and attention.

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Neen James speaks with her publisher during the launch of Exceptional Experiences at Oxford Exchange in Tampa, surrounded by guests and floral décor.
The data is in: Mixed-use stadiums win big for cities and fans

The Rays want a 100-acre stadium district that could reshape Tampa Bay.

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Three members of the Tampa Bay Rays’ new ownership group pose together wearing team hats at a press conference backdrop featuring the Rays and Orlando Health logos.
USF just hit $750M in research funding; here’s why it matters

USF’s record $750 million in research funding marks a major milestone for Tampa Bay’s innovation economy.

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Bar chart showing growth in the University of South Florida’s research funding from fiscal year 2022 to 2025, highlighting gains from federal, private and state sources.
Florida SNAP crisis grows as Tampa’s Metro Ministries ‘doubles down’

Florida food banks face record demand as SNAP benefits resume at half strength and families across Tampa Bay search for help.

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Sign on a grocery store door reading “SNAP welcomed here,” showing that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are accepted for food purchases.
Florida grants millions to Johns Hopkins All Children’s for pediatric cancer research

A $7.5 million state grant will help Johns Hopkins All Children’s lead new advances in pediatric cancer research across Florida.

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State officials present a $7.5 million grant check to Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg to support pediatric cancer research.