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Christopher Curry

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.

Christopher Curry's Latest Articles

Westshore Alliance plans banner year for public art

Public art coming to Westshore District in 2026 includes "Art in the Air," "Kinetic Ring."

World’s largest rubber duck is Clearwater’s new snowbird

The 61-foot-tall public art installation is at Clearwater's Coachman Park until January 26th.

LAB Theater Project takes the stage for season 11

LAB Theater Project begins decade two of producing new works by emerging playwrights and developing local theater artists.

Community Foundation Tampa Bay looks to build on record year for scholarships

In 2025, Community Foundation awarded more than 550 scholarships and over $2 million.

Giving Machine offers innovative twist on charity giving

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints transforms vending machine into donating machine.

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Darryl Shaw plans mixed-use project in East Ybor

For his next project, the Ybor City developer turns his attention east.

St Petersburg Distillery unveils vision for creators’ district

Family-owned craft distillery wants the community to shape St. Pete's next arts and creative district.

CDC of Tampa’s Suit Up & Show Up prepares, dresses young men for success

Suit Up & Show Up guides young men toward a path to success and gives them a new suit to wear along the way.

FloridaRAMA showcases Lucy Sparrow’s homage to convenience stores

The globe-hopping felt artist's latest installation recreates a Florida convenience store.

Restoring Ybor City’s historic Sanchez y Haya to past glory

The historic restoration of Ybor City's Sanchez y Haya building enters its final phase.

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