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Lauren Wong

Lauren M. Wong

Lauren Wong is a graduate of the University of Tampa with a degree in journalism who is freelancing while she looks for a full-time job. Originally from the Chicago area, she enjoys travel and aspires to be a travel photojournalist. During the summer of 2019, she worked for Premier Travel Media in Chicago and as a correspondent for Input Fort Wayne, another Issue Media group online magazine based in Indiana. She loves spending time outdoors camping, kayaking, and taking pictures.

Lauren Wong's Latest Articles

LaKendria Robinson, Founder and CEO of The Orenda Collective
Influencers: Meet 7 rising stars you’ll want to follow

Meet seven rising stars in the Tampa Bay Area -- all young professionals, smart, ambitious, admirable, and leaders already in their own right -- who are putting their energy and time into lifting up others and helping the community.

Amanda Zaino, Major in Marine Science-Biology, University of Tampa
Where are they now? Recent college grads carve out new opportunities despite pandemic

83 Degrees catches up with six Spring 2021 University of Tampa graduates to find out where they are now in their search for jobs and higher education in the middle of the pandemic.

Keith Canady is one of the contributors to a book of poetry titled "I am a Young Black Man.''
Youth voices: “I am a Young Black Man’’ book of poems

What does it mean to be a young black man in today’s sometimes chaotic and often unpredictable world? A new book of poems published by Gentlemen’s Quest of Tampa shares youthful insights.

Tampa Postcard History shares stories you may not know

Tampa Postcard History, a new project by Author Gloria Jean Royster, aims to spark interest and increase knowledge about African Americans in Tampa while helping to boost civic pride.

A Gasparilla pirate takes up permanent residence.
Shut the front door: Tampa small business creates fabric coverings for your home

What are you celebrating this month? Doorfoto lets you tell the neighbors and anyone passing by with a special wrap on your front door.

The renovation of the Courtyard at Grand Central on Kennedy enhanced one of the many spots to hang out in the Channel District.
What’s new and what’s next for Tampa’s downtown Channel District

The accumulation of new apartments, shops, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and hotels are transforming Downtown Tampa's Channel District.

New Life Village townhomes are designed for seniors and foster kids.
New Life Village near Tampa provides new homes for foster kids, new purpose for seniors

New Life Village in Palm River is working to reduce the number of children who have been in foster care for over a year while providing new purpose for seniors.

Whole Foods Market is one of the newest shopping options at Midtown Tampa on Dale Mabry Highway near I-275.
Grocery shopping options up in Tampa as new stores open in downtown, Tampa Heights, Westshore Marina

The dreams of Downtown Tampa dwellers and workers come true as new grocery stores and expanded shopping options open within walking distance.

“Every guy needs a good custom suit in their closet,'' says Tweeds Founder Donald Carlson.
Tweeds Suit Shop of Sarasota expands to Tampa

Planning a special night out? Tweeds Suit Shop of Sarasota expands into Tampa with a mobile truck service (think food truck) that will arrive at your house for a custom fit.

Brian Serrano, Sample Insights leader for Nielsen; Chair of Tampa Mayor’s Hispanic Advisory Council
Local Hispanic, Latino leaders put life experience to work for others

Seven of Tampa’s Hispanic and Latino leaders share their unique stories of how they’ve pursued their passions to better the local community and the hardships that have transformed them into the influential leaders they are today.

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