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Lakeland
USF PolyTech in Lakeland, the newest USF campus, aims to become the center of the high-tech universe along Interstate 4 connecting Tampa to Orlando. The fledgling university’s plans call for cross-disciplinary studies that emphasize math, science and technology as the best formula for growing intellectual capital. Down the road, tiny Florida Southern College is home to 10 architecturally significant buildings designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. New or expanding companies include WellDyneRx, Firmenich, Pepperidge Farm, Saddle Creek and GTECH Printing. Nearly 100,000 residents enjoy an eclectic mix of neighborhoods and housing that runs the gamut from mobile homes to millionaire mansions.
Where to see fireworks, celebrate Fourth of July
In the mood to see fireworks? Check out this list of some of the best places to participate in Independence Day celebrations and see fireworks for free on July 3rd and 4th around the Tampa Bay Area in 2019.
Smart home, smart travel: Disruptive tech companies in Tampa Bay Area
Talking forks. Robots on patrol. Driverless buses. As technology continues to revolutionize our world, such innovative ideas are not as far away from the Tampa Bay Area as you might think.
Tech Bytes: USFSP offers virtual reality training to future teachers; plus more local tech news
A new STEM Lab is using virtual reality to train future teachers at the University of South Florida in St. Petersburg. Plus a new FabLab is being constructed in Tampa, and more tech news in Tampa Bay.
Tampa Bay hosts Global Entrepreneurship Week celebrations
Tampa Bay is celebrating Global Entrepreneurship Week with events that include Techstar Startup Weekend and USF Connect’s Building Entrepreneurship Around TampaBay.
Florida election: What you need to know about constitutional amendments
What would a yes or no vote on proposed amendments to the Florida constitution mean? Who supports? Who opposes? Read on to be an informed voter.
Tech Bytes: Deadline nears to apply for Tampa Bay Wave Post-Accelerator Program
Tampa Bay Wave is accepting applications for its Post-Accelerator Program. Plus the scoop on upcoming tech events in Tampa Bay.
Horse rescue farms work with Amish to keep road warriors out of kill pens
A growing number of Amish horse owners don't like the idea of sending a faithful family servant "to the butcher," as they say. They are working with rescue farms to find alternatives.
Young inventors represent Tampa Bay at national convention
Eight young students represented Tampa Bay in Dearborn, MI, at the third annual National Invention Convention and Entrepreneurship Expo.
Tech Bytes: Property management platform caters to independent owners
Institutional property owners used to have a big advantage because of their size, but a new company is helping to level the playing field for individual owners with cutting-edge digital tools. Plus more tech news in Tampa Bay.
