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Alex English

Alex English is a communications strategist, writer, and Tampa native covering civic life, urbanism, and the forces shaping Tampa’s future. He publishes econami, a substack about wealth and wellness, and runs English Public, a boutique public relations agency.

Alex's Latest Articles

The TECO line streetcar operates free of charge for passengers from Ybor City Historic District to the Channel District in Tampa.
Tampa’s growth adds urgency to streetcar expansion discussion

Tampa leaders mull options for TECO Line streetcar extension that could shape future growth.

LARA finds its rhythm in Ybor

Chef Suzanne "Suz" Lara's namesake concept in Ybor City passes its first anniversary with an ever-evolving food concept.

Slowing down Ybor City’s Seventh Avenue

Tampa officials unveil safety improvements on Ybor's Seventh Avenue following high speed chase and crash that killed four.

Mise en Place settles into Ybor City home

The Tampa fine dining institution reopened in its new Ybor location in late 2025.

Tampa City Council’s Naya Young looking long term for city, District 5

Tampa's newest City Council member talks priorities for city, District 5

HART's busy Route 1 is fare-free for a year thanks to a pilot program the Tampa City Council is funding.
Fresh tactics on transit in Tampa Bay

Tampa City Council's pragmatic approach for improving service and growing ridership on HART Route 1 is producing results.

Preserving Ybor City’s past, building for its future

The gut-and-rebuild renovation of Ybor City's Scozzari Brothers Building includes meticulous preservation of the historic building's façade.

The TECO line streetcar operates free of charge for passengers from Ybor City Historic District to the Channel District in Tampa.
The allure of Ybor City

Ybor's character and urban lifestyle are attracting wave of new residents.

Creativity, entrepreneurship thrive at Ybor City’s western outpost

A risk-taking, creative spirit permeates the businesses at Ybor's gritty western edge.

Ocean Ink Raw Bar joins Ybor food scene

Barterhouse owner Ken Emery adds a second restaurant concept in Ybor City, the recently-opened Ocean Ink Raw Bar.

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