The Tampa Bay Ferry will link Tampa and St. Petersburg with two vessels operating daily, seven days a week.
Residents will have the opportunity to safely dispose of unused or expired medications April 25 during the 30th annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
Mother’s Day is approaching, and the Tampa Bay Observer has rounded up events across the region to help readers celebrate the mother figures in their lives.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating the disappearance of two University of South Florida doctoral students last seen April 16 in Tampa. The Tampa Bay Observer is continuing to follow the case and will provide updates as new information becomes available.
Country Thunder is partnering with Hurricane Help Florida to raise money for families still recovering from the 2024 hurricane season, using discount HELPFL at checkout.
For Earth Day, families gathered to celebrate the 21st annual 3Rs winners, recognizing students who created artwork and poetry promoting environmental stewardship.
The Community Redevelopment Agency and the Tampa Parks and Recreation Department celebrated the renovation of Herman Massey Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Around 1,000 people gathered for the HOPE Nehemiah Action, an event where community members listened to school board officials, city officials and Superintendent Van Ayres responses to questions on key concerns including stormwater drainage ponds, youth education and the county’s affordable housing trust fund.
The Tampa Bay Ferry will link Tampa and St. Petersburg with two vessels operating daily, seven days a week.
Residents will have the opportunity to safely dispose of unused or expired medications April 25 during the 30th annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating the disappearance of two University of South Florida doctoral students last seen April 16 in Tampa. The Tampa Bay Observer is continuing to follow the case and will provide updates as new information becomes available.
The Community Redevelopment Agency and the Tampa Parks and Recreation Department celebrated the renovation of Herman Massey Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Mayor Jane Castor held a press conference to discuss the West Riverwalk project, a major expansion that will extend the Tampa Riverwalk into Tampa Heights and West Tampa to improve connectivity and mobility across the city.
Conservation groups have filed a lawsuit agains the U.S. Fish and Wild Life Service and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, aiming to protect endangered Florida Panthers from a proposed 10,264-acre residential and mix-use development in Collier County.
The City of Tampa is preparing its largest-ever “Liberty by the Bay” celebration to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary, bringing a full evening of Fourth of July festivities to Julian B. Lane Park and locations across the city.
Country Thunder is partnering with Hurricane Help Florida to raise money for families still recovering from the 2024 hurricane season, using discount HELPFL at checkout.
For Earth Day, families gathered to celebrate the 21st annual 3Rs winners, recognizing students who created artwork and poetry promoting environmental stewardship.
Around 1,000 people gathered for the HOPE Nehemiah Action, an event where community members listened to school board officials, city officials and Superintendent Van Ayres responses to questions on key concerns including stormwater drainage ponds, youth education and the county’s affordable housing trust fund.
Manny Fernandez is a Tampa-based striking coach who has trained fighters competing around the world. His path to the corner was not easy, marked by loss, depression and a search for identity. Today, he works with athletes competing in the UFC, PFL, OTX, Showtime Boxing, BKFC and Dirty Boxing.
In Historic Hyde Park, Emilio’s Italian Market aims to offer more than just food. Inspired by a beloved New York City restaurant that operated from 1961 to 1988, the family-run market brings generations of tradition to Tampa.
Mother’s Day is approaching, and the Tampa Bay Observer has rounded up events across the region to help readers celebrate the mother figures in their lives.
DOJO Tampa is more than a gym. The space blends training, recovery, workspace and community under one roof. This is designed for people who want to move seamlessly between working out, building businesses and simply spending time together.
In a city where wine tastings are often limited to sipping and swirling, The founder of St. Pete Wine Scene is introducing a more hands-on, creative approach called The Blending Table.
Discover Tampa's best date night spots beyond the typical dinner. From hidden rooftops to interactive experiences - insider picks for memorable evenings.
Olivette, the tallest and largest residential building in the Gaworx District, has officially reached its topping-out milestone. This is a major step forward in Phase 2 of the project.
Volta Wine + Market is the first tenants to break ground at 400 Central in St. Petersburg. On April 14, Mayor Ken Welch and project partners celebrated the milestone inside the development's suite 136.
The Gasworx district is set to add a 4,300-capacity music venue designed to complement Tampa's growing live music industry while honoring Ybor City's historic roots.
On April 6, Gotham Organization and The DeNunzio Group held a groundbreaking event. The Bluffs is a 400-unit apartment complex located on the edge of Coachman Park in Clearwater. This apartment took over the old city hall and in 2022 voters approved the project.
RankScore has launched a new AI-powered SEO platform aimed at helping small business owners, start-ups and content operations compete online without relying on costly agencies or complex software.
The Stevedore is a love letter to Ybor’s working-class roots, blending history with modern development. This new apartment complex, a part of Gasworx development, is set to open on April 1.
Human papillomavirus, the leading cause of cervical cancer, is the focus of a new $2 million prevention initiative led by the University of South Florida Health and Tampa General Hospital. The effort aims to expand screening and early detection, particularly in rural communities across Florida.
April marks National Donate a Life Month, and a Clearwater mother is sharing her son's story in hopes of raising awareness about the impact of organ donation.
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed an emergency legislation restoring access to life-saving HIV medication for Floridians affected by recent cuts to the state’s AIDs Drugs Assistance Programs until June 30. Advocates warns need of long-term plan.
