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Reporting on talent, innovation, diversity, environment in the Tampa Bay region of Florida. #citybuilders #urbanists #creatives #influencers #artists #technophiles #entrepreneurs

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Could bacteria eaters save the planet?

Researchers at the University of South Florida explore solutions to world health problems by isolating and identifying phages, otherwise known as bacteria eaters.

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Give the gift of shared experiences this holiday season

Create lifelong memories of the season by spending time with loved ones at one of the Tampa Bay Area's local boat parades, Christmas strolls, holiday markets, museum exhibits, and outdoor activities. So many things to do, so little time.

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So you want to be an entrepreneur? Here's how I did it

A Florida Marine Corps veteran-turned-entrepreneur tells his own story as inspiration for anyone from kids to corporate execs seeking advice.

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Getting to know The Mosaic Company

The Mosaic Company, one of the world's largest producers of fertilizer, opens its headquarters in downtown Tampa while increasing its presence in Florida and the state's agriculture.

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The state of Florida agriculture: Innovations, better crops, greater production

Florida agriculture is about more than farms and tractors. There are many moving parts and understanding how they all work together is key to developing new innovations and technologies.

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Florida ag researchers, farmers experiment, invest in tech for farming solutions

Researchers with the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) are looking for solutions to help solve long-time as well as short-term problems faced by local farmers.

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Next-generation Florida farmers take on food challenges facing globe

College-educated, next-generation Florida farmers are preparing for a future that must adapt to climate change, plant diseases, food-borne illnesses, labor shortages, and new technologies.

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The Evolution of Downtown Clearwater: A flurry of coffee shops, cafes

Downtown Clearwater now offers eclectic coffee shops and cafes amid attractively restored and remodeled historic architecture, creative public art, quaint lampposts, and wide sidewalks.

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Book excerpt: The Corridor by Tom McGrath

A retired biology professor now living in St. Petersburg tackles natural predators in the Everglades to form the plot for his first eco-suspense novel.

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"CTE, Media, and the NFL: Framing a Public Health Crisis as a Football Epidemic,'' is a recently published book examing media coverage of brain injuries in sports.

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The evolution of downtown Clearwater: An infusion of international dining

The Clearwater CRA's efforts to promulgate greater diversity in downtown restaurants is beginning to succeed with several featuring international cuisine.

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Uptown Tampa hones its identity, investments

Rebranding efforts and a new city-county pact kickoff the latest changes in the Uptown District of north Tampa.

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Welcome home: A Tampa Thanksgiving for refugees and immigrants of different cultures, faiths

The 2nd annual Refugee Interfaith Thanksgiving dinner in Tampa hosted 200 guests, mostly recent refugess and immigrants new to the Tampa Bay Area.

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The evolution of downtown Clearwater: Check out the infusion of art

Downtown Clearwater is again becoming a destination as artists and their works liven up the atmosphere.

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Love IV Lawrence: Dimmitt family changes conversation about suicide

A philanthropic family of auto dealers turns tragedy into bittersweet triumph by making it their mission to spread awareness of mental illness and suicide prevention following brother's death.

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Finding a mindful escape without going far from home

Mindfulness can be a challenge in today's hectic world. Here are five peaceful green places in the Tampa Bay region where people can escape long enough to be present in their own lives.

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Book excerpt: The Emotional Infrastructure of Places by Peter Kageyama

Peter Kageyama's new book explores how we create emotional attachments and connections to our places and to each other, which in turn allows us to take on the biggest and most complex problems facing our societies today.