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After ‘teen takeover’ at Curtis Hixon Park, how is Tampa Bay responding?

The nationwide trend is not a new phenomenon. Local officials are stepping up efforts to address it. Read more.

 
 

How soap hockey went from a Tampa man’s bachelor party to ESPN

The Big Boy Soap Hockey Tournament returns today in Riverview. Admission is free. Read more.

 

$35 million for Ybor Harbor approved by Tampa officials

The project is part of a push from developer Darryl Shaw to connect Ybor City and the Channel District. Read more. 

 
 

Florida to end international export of manta rays for aquariums

The change comes after backlash to a viral video last summer showing men netting a wild manta ray for a SeaWorld in Abu Dhabi. Read more.

 

How to get out of a reading rut | Column

Embrace the power of putting it down, plus other tips. Read more.

 

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