Small businesses, the backbone of the American economy, tap their entrepreneurial roots to pivot in the face of coronavirus. Here are a few examples from Working Women of Tampa Bay.
"We're excited to be launching our inaugural call to artists, especially in the midst of the current Coronavirus pandemic when artists and our local creative community can benefit from new opportunities. We hope artists and makers of all disciplines and experience apply" says Liz Dimmitt, Founder of Fairgrounds.
Maia Shockley is the Best in Show winner of the 25th Annual Rembrandt Youth Art Competition presented by Tampa Regional Artists, with her digital painting, “Dani Rose and Me.” Her win is extra special because she's only 11 and draws using only one thumb.
Small businesses, nonprofits, and gig workers facing financial distress during the COVID-19 crisis may be eligible for federal relief. Tampa Attorney Melanie S. Griffin explains the latest and shares regular updates.
Have you ever stopped to chat with a person who is experiencing homelessness? Have you ever tried? Bruce Johnson, a Tampa native, does it regularly. See a video example of who he finds out there living on the streets.
Due to COVID-19, troops at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa and elsewhere who are nearing retirement or separation from the military may be in need of support during their transition to civilian life. A nonprofit based in St. Petersburg is offering help to connect them to jobs.
USF College of Public Health warns: Take stay-at-home orders seriously. Why? Some 1.5M people for just over 4,000 hospital beds in Tampa, Plant City, Temple Terrace, and Hillsborough County.
Remember all those things we never have time to do? This Tampa businesswoman and grandmother recommends we turn the coronavirus-induced new normal into time to slow down, catch up, renew, and dance like nobody's watching (because no one is).
The threat of coronavirus forced the temporary closing of Florida restaurants, including the Columbia in historic Ybor City, Ulele in Tampa Heights, and Goody Goody Burgers in Hyde Park Village. Learn more about what Columbia Restaurant Group Owner Richard Gonzmart is doing to support his workers.
Churches, synagogues, mosques, and temples had to close their doors when #covid19 came knocking, but prayers and worship continue. Learn how one church in Tampa is coping.
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