Chris Curry has been a writer for the 83 Degrees Media team since 2017. Chris also served as the development editor for a time before assuming the role of managing editor in May 2022.
Chris lives in Clearwater. His professional career includes more than 15 years as a newspaper reporter, primarily in Ocala and Gainesville, before moving back home to the Tampa Bay Area. He enjoys the local music scene, the warm winters and Tampa Bay's abundance of outdoor festivals and events. When he's not working or spending time with family, he can frequently be found hoofing the trails at one of Pinellas County's nature parks.
Art Everywhere awarded close to 30 arts organizations a combined $350,000 in grants for events that can establish Pinellas County as a cultural destination.
After Countdown Improv Festival co-founder Justin Peters was diagnosed with brain cancer, the improv community stepped up to make sure the show goes on.
Clearwater Director of Economic Development & Housing Chris Edwards' priorities include strategic economic growth and redevelopment, workforce and affordable housing development, and positioning the city for future investment.