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Bailey Lefever

City Editor, TBAYtoday

Bailey is based in St. Petersburg, FL, but hails from Ocala: the “horse capitol of the world.” Previously, she reported on education for WUSF Public Media, seniors for The Tampa Bay Times, and local government and communities for The Miami Herald and The Palm Beach Post. Happiest with sand on her sneakers, she loves visiting new parks and neighborhoods.

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Sports
The Bolts are back: What to know about the Lightning 2023-24 season
The preseason has already begun, and have deets on what games to get tickets to, where to park, and more.
September 28, 2023
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City
Test your Tampa Bay area knowledge with our September crossword
Have you been reading your newsletters? Test your local news knowledge from the past ~30 days.
September 25, 2023
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Play
Give these Tampa Bay area live music venues a listen
We’ve made a concerted effort to orchestrate this roadmap, so you can focus on finding the artists you adore.
September 22, 2023
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Play
Tee it up at these Tampa Bay golf courses
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or the next Tiger Woods, these 12 golf courses in Tampa Bay are sure to make for a good round.
September 20, 2023
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Airports and Transportation
3 ways to celebrate World Car Free Day in the Tampa Bay area
Pull out the bike or your sneaks, we’re hitting the pavement for World Car Free Day.
September 20, 2023
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City
The Rays will build a new $1.3 billion stadium
If the plans receive final city and county approval, construction is expected to start in late 2024, with the Rays taking the field in 2028.
September 19, 2023
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Culture
A kid’s perfect day in Tampa Bay
From breakfast to dinner — we’ve rounded up a day full of kid-friendly activities for the whole family to enjoy.
September 18, 2023
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Development
Meet Tampa’s newest development: 540 East Cass
The 33-story building will feature 450 apartments, retail space, and eight stories of parking.
September 15, 2023
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Sports
Sit down with the president of Super League Tampa Bay
Christina Unkel digs into the development process for the Tampa Bay area’s first women’s professional soccer team.
September 11, 2023
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Retail
Sprouts Farmers Market is opening its doors in Uptown Tampa
Celebrate the grocer’s opening weekend with discounts, free lunch and samples, cookbook giveaway games, and prizes.
September 7, 2023
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Events
Mark your calendar with these Tampa Bay area fall events
From Oktoberfest celebrations to mural festivals, we’ve got you covered.
September 7, 2023
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Food
Kansas City restaurants and bars actually open on Mondays
We’re still searching for answers on why much of Kansas City’s food + drink scene shuts down on Monday nights, so we’ve rounded up a few restaurant options that are actually open.
September 1, 2023
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Bella Rainey
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Weather
Hurricane Idalia aftermath in the Tampa Bay area + reopenings
Here’s when schools and Tampa International are reopening, plus other local updates.
August 30, 2023
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Bailey Lefever
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City
Stay connected during Hurricane Idalia
Don’t miss a local update when a major storm hits. Bookmark these resources to stay informed during Hurricane Idalia.
August 29, 2023
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Weather
Stay connected to the news during Hurricane Idalia
Here’s Tampa Bay county news services, radio stations, and other ways to stay in-the-know during the storm.
August 28, 2023
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Weather
Tips for staying safe during Hurricane Idalia
Here’s what you need to know as the first major storm of the 2023 Hurricane Season approaches the Gulf Coast of Florida.
August 28, 2023
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Culture
Test out your Tampa Bay area knowledge with this crossword
We’re testing your knowledge of what happened in the Cigar City + the Burg during August from the Bucs to civic updates.
August 24, 2023
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Food
Celebrate National Cuban Sandwich Day at these Tampa Bay area restaurants
Bring on the pork, salami, ham, Swiss cheese, mayo, mustard, and pickles.
August 22, 2023
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Bailey Lefever
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Play
Meet your new favorite Tampa Bay area restaurant
Dining in Tampa and St. Pete are always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
August 22, 2023
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Tourism and Hospitality
Indulge in these luxe Tampa Bay hotel pools using ResortPass
Here’s how to enjoy those Downtown Tampa and beachfront hotel pools using the day pass website.
August 18, 2023
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Real Estate
Hot Homes: This Davis Islands mansion just sold for $17.85 million
The seven bedroom, nine bathroom mansion sits on the area’s largest waterfront lot.
August 16, 2023
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Volunteer
Get involved with Tampa Bay organizations for National Nonprofit Day
Show some love to the Cigar City + the Burg through supporting these nonprofits.
August 16, 2023
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Bailey Lefever
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Events
Lose your breath at Beyoncé's “Renaissance World Tour” show in Tampa
We’ve got intel on Queen Bey-themed drinks around Tampa Bay, where to park, and how to best party all night.
August 14, 2023
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Bailey Lefever
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City
Take a peek at Tampa Bay’s best bathrooms
We weren’t honored in the Cintas Awards this year, but we still need to share the scoop on these local, luxurious latrines.
August 10, 2023
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Events
5 ways to celebrate 813 Day in Tampa
This year’s celebrations include $8.13 deals at Sparkman Wharf, free Jeni’s scoops, and plenty of Hillsborough pride.
August 10, 2023
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Bailey Lefever
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Education
You guide to back to school in Tampa Bay
Local resources and events for the back to school season.
August 9, 2023
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Development
Meet Palihouse Hyde Park Village: the area’s first-ever hotel
The boutique hotel opens fall 2023 and will feature 36 rooms, a lobby bar, and resturant.
August 8, 2023
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Bailey Lefever
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Events
These 3 upcoming Tampa Bay comedy shows are a laugh a minute
Need a little comedic relief (or just looking for air-conditioned activities)? We’ve got improv shows, a visit from SNL alum Seth Meyers, and a show at the Imagine Museum.
August 4, 2023
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Small Business
3 Tampa Bay spots we’d change our name to for a lifetime of free food
How far would you go for free Chill Bros. ice cream or 1905 salads?
August 2, 2023
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Real Estate
Hot Homes: 6 luxury homes with pools for sale in Tampa Bay
From South Tampa to Old Northeast, these luxe homes are the perfect place to spend summertime days.
August 2, 2023
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