“Boulevard Flow:” Public art takes center stage in Tampa’s West River
With artist Ya La'ford's "Boulevard Flow," the Tampa Housing Authority and Related Group have put public art center stage in the West River development.
West Tampa
West Tampa is an historic Tampa neighborhood undergoing transformational change driven by investments and entrepreneurs. Traditionally defined by its working class, primarily Latin culture, the neighborhood is increasingly seen as a place of opportunity for talent, innovation, and diversity. The community stretches from Hillsborough Avenue on the north, Kennedy Boulevard on the south, Dale Mabry Highway on the west and the Hillsborough River on the east. Key landmarks within include Raymond James Stadium, MacFarlane Park, the Jewish Community Center (former National Guard Armory), cigar factories being converted into studio spaces, loft apartmets and new shops, Hillsborough Community College Dale Mabry campus, St. Joseph's Hospital, the University of Tampa, and a plethora of ethnic restaurants.
Nonprofits activate Tampa Bay Resiliency Fund to support Hurricane Ian recovery
A partnership of area charitable organizations have activated the Tampa Bay Resiliency Fund to support nonprofit groups working on Hurricane Ian recovery efforts.
Related Group continues to expand its presence in Tampa’s red hot real estate market
Miami-based development giant the Related Group continues to expand in the Tampa market with the $55 million purchase of a prime waterfront spot on the west side of the Hillsborough River and the launch of sales on the second tower of The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Tampa luxury condos.
Tampa holds information session on proposed downtown roundabout
City of Tampa officials will hold a public information session during Riverfest on Saturday to share details and get feedback on a roundabout planned downtown at Laurel Street and Doyle Carlton Drive.
A big city move: Tampa plans Riverwalk extension on west side of river
Thanks to federal and city funding, plans call for the popular Tampa Riverwalk to be extended over to the west side of the Hillsborough River, making a safer path for commuting and recreation.
Urban League of Hillsborough County rises up with mission to close equity gaps
Learn more about the local Urban League's mission to close economic and social equity gaps for Blacks and other People of Color living in Tampa and Hillsborough County.
Hillsborough County seeks input on new Equity Profile Action Plan
''By developing an equity profile of our community, opportunities for equitable growth can be identified and nurtured,” says an RFP describing Hillsborough County's Equity Profile Action Plan.
Community Land Trust could help alleviate local affordable housing crisis
Hillsborough County's proposed new Community Land Trust is designed to help alleviate the affordable housing crisis in Tampa and surrounding communities.
Apprenticeship program seeks low-income youths in Tampa, Hillsborough
A pilot program is recruiting disadvantaged youths in Hillsborough County for a free Apprenticeship-to-Career Empowerment program.
Tampa Arts Alliance hosts series of townhall meetings to solicit needs of the local art community
What’s next? The 4th Tampa Arts Alliance townhall meeting will focus on East Tampa during a virtual meetup on Oct. 6 and then Downtown Tampa and Ybor City on Oct. 13 in person at Rialto Theatre.
