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Marianne Hayes

Marianne Hayes is a writer, wife, mother and hopeless bookworm. After spending eight years getting lost in New York City and LA, she and her husband are now raising their two daughters in her hometown in the Tampa Bay region. She earned a BA in journalism and creative writing from the University of Central Florida, as well as a MA in special education. In addition to writing, Marianne spent several years as a special needs teacher in Brooklyn. Marianne’s writing has appeared in The Huffington Post, Forbes.com, The Daily Beast, Babble, LearnVest, and more. She particularly loves writing about Florida life and her family. Learn more about her adventures on her blog.

Marianne Hayes's Latest Articles

Sun Country flight to Havana from TIA.
What diplomatic relations with Cuba could mean for Tampa Bay

With the U.S. taking steps to normalize relations with Cuba, Tampa Bay is in a unique position. Local thought leaders share their perspectives on Tampa's role in re-establishing diplomatic ties with the island.

The Hurak family at their Safety Harbor home.
How much does it really cost to live in the Tampa Bay area?

Between housing costs, insurance rates, transportation and childcare, how much dough does it really take to live in the Tampa area? 83 Degrees sizes up cost-of-living indicators that have the biggest impact on young families.

XO Maitake Mushrooms dish.
3 culinary trendsetters dish about Tampa Bay area food scene

The Tampa Bay area’s reputation as a homebase for forward-thinking foodies is on the rise as more and more edgy, innovative chefs relocate here and help elevate the local food scene. 83 Degrees sits down with three chefs who are doing just that.

Tampa Bay area companies explore connections with Colombian businesses

Local Tampa Bay area businesses continue efforts to increase trade between Florida and Colombia three years after the Tampa-Hillsborough EDC led a group of community leaders to several cities in South America.

One of the festive meeting rooms at VACO.
Cool office spaces redefine what it means to go to work in Tampa, St. Pete

The Tampa Bay region is home to some of the coolest, anything-but-ordinary work spaces that especially appeal to creatives and techies.

Teacher Beth Calcaterra and a student discuss the anatomy of a worm found in the school garden.
Charter schools synonymous with alternative education in the Tampa Bay area

With 10 charter school-related bills under consideration in the 2015 Florida Legislature, parents, educators and lawmakers are paying more attention than ever to non-traditional learning programs for kids. 83 Degrees takes a closer look at some of the Tampa Bay area charter schools that are approaching education a little differently. 

The Hydro-Dyne Engineering facility in Pinellas.
Tampa Bay area businesses expand trade with Chile, create local jobs

Chile is shaping up to be one of Florida's leading trade partners as more and more Tampa Bay area businesses are building fruitful relationships with the South American country. The result? An economic boost likely to result in more jobs in the local region.

Welder Carlos Betts and CEO Dick Peck share a laugh.
Oldsmar manufacturer finds success by filling jobs with vets, students, people with disabilities

What makes QTM and Dick Peck special? When the Oldsmar manufacturer couldn't find the skilled labor required for his company, he intentionally set out to hire and train people others may consider hard-to-employ.

Hannah Edmonds (left) and Lauren Wonick-Cook work on designing a pen.
Tampa Bay area grows next generation of STEM experts

Schools and colleges around the Tampa Bay region are busy grooming tomorrow's leaders in science, technology, engineering and math. We take a closer look at three local educational programs focused on engineering studies and research.

MISRED Outfitters in St Pete.
Visit Tampa Bay area local shops for unique holiday gifts

Finding the perfect gifts to gladden the hearts of friends and family may require a little extra special hunting through local shops that feature one-of-a-kind or unusual fare. 83 Degrees Media writers and editors suggest a few favorite places.

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