Featured Stories

Tampa Bay Trains, Nurtures Emerging Opera Stars

By Janan Talafer Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville might be the music narrative for Florida, but opera has a passionate following in the greater Tampa Bay region. Professional opera companies in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota and Tarpon Springs draw many ardent local fans. People with a talent and passion for this dramatic art form can find numerous opportunities to study at local colleges and train and perform at local venues.

Arts, Connections, Diversity, Talent, Tourism

Clearwater, Tampa, Sarasota, St. Petersburg

SERF Creates Collaborative Space For Sustainability Solutions, Tarpon Springs

By Matt Spencer Tuesday, September 18, 2012

After witnessing the confusion surrounding the Deepwater Horizon disaster, Tarpon Springs business owner Stephen Hickok wanted to use his space along the Anclote River to launch marine searches, sustainable building methods and a collaborative environment where business, nonprofits and students could work together toward innovative renewable energy solutions. His initial idea grew into a new nonprofit called Sustainable Environment Research Foundation.

Alternative Energy, Entrepreneurship, Environment, Innovation, Marine Sciences, Philanthropy, Sustainability, Talent

Clearwater

83 Degrees Reader Survey

By 83 Degrees Team Wednesday, September 05, 2012

Thanks for reading 83 Degrees and showing interest in the people and companies driving change in the Tampa Bay region. To help us better understand you and improve our coverage of the issues you care about, could you please take 60 seconds to answer a few questions? We greatly appreciate your interest and continued support.

Connections, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Environment, Innovation, KidsBay, Talent, Tourism

Bartow, Clearwater, Lakeland, Spring Hill, Largo, Tampa, Sarasota, Dunedin, Brooksville, Bradenton, New Port Richey, St. Petersburg

83 Degrees Media Welcomes RNC, Visitors To Tampa

By Diane Egner Sunday, August 26, 2012

Spend some time getting to know the people, the neighborhoods, the City of Tampa and the nearby cultural communities and you will find the Tampa Bay region as attractive as we do.

Connections, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Environment, Innovation, Talent, Technology, Tourism

Plant City, Clearwater, Lakeland, Largo, Tampa, Temple Terrace, Sarasota, Dunedin, Bradenton, New Port Richey, St. Petersburg, Wesley Chapel

The Growing Tampa Bay-Israel Connection

By Janan Talafer Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Arts, technology and marine science groups and businesses in the Tampa Bay region are forging innovative partnerships with Israeli organizations and companies in a growing global connection. An example: A new regional alliance spanning the I-4 corridor unites the Jewish Federations of Tampa and Orlando as well as Pinellas and Pasco counties, strengthening the voice of the local Jewish community.

Arts, Connections, Innovation, International Trade, Marine Sciences, Talent, Technology

Clearwater, Tampa, New Port Richey, St. Petersburg

Florida Summer Camps Innovate To Meet Urgent STEM Needs

By Chris Kuhn Tuesday, July 17, 2012

A unique mix of STEM summer camps in Tampa Bay sets out to connect students with greater knowledge and confidence while preparing them to join the workforce with the abilities necessary to land in real jobs.

Arts, Diversity, Engineering, Government, Innovation, KidsBay, Manufacturing, Marine Sciences, Talent, Technology, Workforce Transition

Clearwater, Largo, Tampa, New Port Richey, St. Petersburg

Tampa Bay Shines, Front Row Tampa Bay

By Diane Egner Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Tampa Bay Shines and Front Row Tampa Bay aim to attract investors in the region by showcasing people, places and things that promote civic pride.

Arts, Diversity, Environment, Financial Services, Health, Innovation, International Trade, Life Sciences, Marine Sciences, Talent, Technology, Tourism

Bartow, Clearwater, Lakeland, Tampa, Sarasota, Brooksville, Bradenton, St. Petersburg

Grilling 101: 2 Tampa Bay Chefs Share 6 Tips For Summer

By Matt Spencer Tuesday, June 26, 2012

If it's edible and doesn't fall between the grates, we'll find a way to grill it -- meat, fish, fowl, veggies, fruits, tofu, even desserts. Two Tampa Bay chefs fire up six tips to raise your grilling skills and put together a crowd-pleasing meal that's charred from start to finish. Ready, set, grill!

Health, Neighborhoods, Talent, Tourism

Clearwater, Bradenton, St. Petersburg, Tampa

USF Professor Eyes Global Weather To Predict Hurricanes

By Janan Talafer Tuesday, June 12, 2012

June 1st marked the official start of the six-months-long hurricane season, prompting some Floridians to start stocking up on supplies and tuning into weather reports. But for one USF Tampa scientist, hurricanes and tropical storms aren't a cause of anxiety; they're a source of endless fascination and a focus of her career.

Diversity, Government, Higher Education, Marine Sciences, Talent

North Port, Clearwater, Lakeland, Spring Hill, Largo, Tampa, Sarasota, Dunedin, Venice, Bradenton, New Port Richey, St. Petersburg

Changing The Narrative: 83 Degrees Stories Attract Local & Global Readers

By Diane Egner Tuesday, May 29, 2012

83 Degrees Media consistently aims to change the narrative about the Tampa Bay region by featuring stories about thought leaders, rising stars, innovations, global diversity and sense of place.

Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Environment, Higher Education, Innovation, Talent

Clearwater, Lakeland, Tampa, Sarasota, Bradenton, New Port Richey, St. Petersburg

Art Transforms Lives At Safe Harbor, Clearwater

By Janan Talafer Tuesday, May 15, 2012

A mural project at Pinellas Safe Harbor provides a therapeutic platform for homeless people to work their way back into productive lives. The Clearwater-based center also offers social services for adults 18 and up.

Arts, Government, Housing, Workforce Transition

Clearwater, St. Petersburg

Graduate Tampa Bay: Alistair Glover, St. Petersburg College

By Megan Hendricks Tuesday, May 08, 2012

Alistair Glover is among college students earning degrees that will count toward Graduate Tampa Bay's efforts to win the Talent Dividend, a $1 million national prize. Glover is a student at St. Petersburg College.

Diversity, Government, Higher Education, Talent, Talent Dividend, Workforce Transition

Clearwater, Tampa, St. Petersburg

Hudson Couple Share Passion For Green Living Through Environ/MENTAL

By Matt Spencer Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Gary Rule and Kristina Risola created environ/MENTAL as an outlet to share their passions for the environment, mental health and crafting. Through the use of green everyday products, they hope to inspire customers to make more environmentally conscious decisions.

Entrepreneurship, Environment, Innovation, Retail, Sustainability, Talent, Talent Dividend

Clearwater, Tampa, New Port Richey

Photo Slideshow: Tampa Bay Public Art Collection

By Julie Busch Branaman Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Art is infectious, especially when it comes to what public art can do to build community. Watch and listen along as photographer Julie Busch Branaman takes us on a tour of some of Tampa Bay's finest public art. Some you may very well see everyday and some likely will surprise you. Enjoy.

Arts, Environment, Government, Neighborhoods, Talent, Tourism

Clearwater, Largo, Tampa, Temple Terrace, Dunedin, St. Petersburg

Not Your Average Speakers Talk Talent, 83 Degrees

By Matt Spencer Friday, April 20, 2012

Creating a more vibrant urban environment and changing the narrative about all Tampa Bay has to offer will help attract and retain talent in the globally competitive marketplace. Did you know, for instance, that the median age in Tampa Bay is close to 40 -- not 65 or 70 as many people think? "The dialogue was interesting, engaging and most of all exciting. I left there feeling smarter!'' says one audience member at "Talent Squeeze: Filling Tampa Bay's Pool,'' 83 Degrees Media's Not Your Average Speakers event.

Connections, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Talent, Workforce Transition

Clearwater, Lakeland, Tampa, Sarasota, Bradenton, New Port Richey, St. Petersburg

Clearwater : Featured Stories