Bailey Lefever in a park near a pond

Bailey LeFever

Newsletter Editor

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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Ya La’ford sits in front of an orange potter's wheel with clay on her hands and listens to a man sharing insights art form.
Arts
Q+A with Tampa Bay multimedia artist Ya La’ford
Spend some time with the renowned artist, as she shares about her local inspiration and future projects.
May 16, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
A red-haired woman leans down to hit a green ball with a pickleball paddle to toward two men across the outdoor court which is next to multiple courts.
Sports
Prep your paddle: Tampa is getting more pickleball courts
Just in time for summer, the Cigar City is adding new pickleball options to local parks.
May 14, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
A biker pedals their way in a designated bike lane on a Tampa street, separated by a brick lane from cars.
City
Tampa begins work on the 22-mile Green ARTery network
Construction just began on the first two segments of the Green ARTery, Tampa’s new pedestrian and bicycle network.
May 13, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
Pastry perfection
Food
Taste test these 12 Tampa Bay bakeries
These Tampa Bay bakeries serve traditional Cuban and Greek delights, creative concoctions, and just solid slices of cake.
May 9, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
A group of coral biologists wearing blue shirts saying "The Florida Aquarium" load a giant white cooler into a truck.
Travel and Outdoors
The Florida Aquarium is delivering 1,000+ baby corals to the Keys
The elkhorn corals will be planted on the reef or cared for in ocean-based nurseries.
May 7, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
The owner, Chance Ryan, stands beside one of his specialized blue vending machines which is decorated with vines and a mini fake giraffe.
Sponsored
A peek bind the small biz with Tampa Bay’s Lucid Vending
Lucid Vending’s specialized vending machines stock local items and art.
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Cheeky's, a new St. Pete resturant's interior is filled with tables and wood chairs, a light blue bar with wooden stools, and shiplaped walls.
Business
Welcome Cheeky’s, Maru, and Greyson to Tampa Bay
Here’s a peek at three spots opening in Tampa + St. Pete, offering everything from fresh oysters and fish and rooftop views to neutral threads.
May 6, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
The white brick storefront of MISRED Outfitters on Central Avenue.
Sponsored
Tampa Bay Small Business Week spotlight: MISRED Outfitters
Presented by MIDFLORIDA Credit Union, spend a moment with the St. Pete boutique’s owner as she shares more about the Burg’s small business community.
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Tampa Skyline
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Small Business Week powered by MIDFLORIDA Credit Union has arrived in Tampa Bay
Join us at TBAYtoday in celebrating small businesses from Sunday, May 4 to Saturday, May 10, presented by MIDFLORIDA Credit Union.
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Tampa's skyline, with the Rivergate Tower pictured on the right. Its yellowish brown color is reflected in the sun, with windows lining the outside. There is an ominous cloudy sky with streaks of blue above.
City
What do locals really call things in Tampa Bay?
Officially, it may be the Rivergate Tower, but it’s always “the Beer Can Building” in our hearts.
April 28, 2025
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Brianna Williams
A hand holds up a cup of ice cream in front of a building with the sign "Chill Bros. Ice Cream" with a line out the door of people.
Food
Get the scoop on 10 Tampa Bay ice cream spots
Cool off with homemade ice cream, gelato, plant-based coconut ice cream, and tons of treats at these Tampa and St. Pete creameries.
April 25, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
The Vinoy Spa's relaxation area features three white lounge chairs with ottomans. Each is topped with a dark pillow and furry blanket.
Wellness
Try out the Vinoy Spa + other TBAY offerings
We tried out one of the Vinoy spa’s new offerings and are sharing the deets on other must-try Tampa Bay spas.
April 23, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
First turn thrill in greyhound racing at "Derby Lane", St. Petersburg, Florida.
Real Estate
Could changes come for Derby Lane, Steinbrenner and The Club at Cheval in Lutz?
All three spots could see some major changes over the next several years.
April 22, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
Red-checkered chairs and are tucked into tables which are lined by plush, green booths in a room with massive windows and exposed brick.
Business
Dig into Oxford Design Studio’s latest projects
We spent some time with ownersTate Casper and Jordan Winston, discussing the recently opened new Mad Dogs & Englishmen location and their sources of inspiration.
April 16, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
A drone shot of the overhead of the tattered Tropicana Field roof after Hurricane Milton.
Development
Check in on St. Pete’s storm recovery and redevelopment plans
We’re covering everything from a new boutique hotel to finding the Trop’s repairs.
April 15, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
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Play
The best parks in Tampa Bay for walks, picnics, and play
We’re highlighting the 30 best parks that Tampa Bay has to offer — complete with dog beaches, pickleball courts, and scenic views.
April 14, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
A long, white red light therapy bed branded "NEO Light" glows orange as its door is set open.
Wellness
Test out Pause Midtown’s wellness services with us
City Editor Bailey tried some of the recently opened studio’s services, and reported back.
April 11, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
The rendering of the Busch Gardens' new realm: Wild Oasis, a leafy, jungle-inspired area with a drop tower, fake mountain, and mist.
Development
TBAY Development updates: Busch Gardens and USF projects
We take a look at the stadium’s progress and incoming changes to Busch Gardens.
April 9, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
An aerial view of the Straz Center for the Performing Arts building along the Hillsborough River — with multiple Brutalist white buildings, a covered outdoor area, and greenspace.
Development
Take a peek at the Straz Center’s next era and shows
The $80 million project will add new outdoor, dining, office, and rooftop space to the Tampa institution.
April 4, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
Raymond James Stadium is full of Bucs fans. There is sun shining on some of the stadium, with shadow creeping across from the near side to the far side. Floodlights are beginning to turn on as players warm up on the field, and the mostly blue sky sits ahead.
Sports
Take a peek at upgrades to Tampa sports facilities
The City of Tampa just unveiled big upgrades to the Riverfront Recreation Center, and massive renovations could be on the way to Raymond James Stadium.
April 2, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
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Sports
The NCAA Women’s Final Four arrives in Tampa
We’re breaking down the action, from dribble parades to a free concert headlined by GloRilla.
April 1, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
Mayor Jane Castor sits at the far left of the photo, wearing her Tampa police uniform, as she sits on a Women's History Month panel. She is seated alongside three other female local leaders.
History
Meet Tampa Bay’s female mayors past and present
We’re sharing the story and accomplishments of the four women who have led Tampa and St. Pete over the last century.
March 28, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
Tampa Convention Center
City
3 Tampa Bay civic updates: SunRail, Tampa Bay Water, and St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport
We’re shining some light on the latest expansions and transportation changes across the Tampa Bay area.
March 26, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
A shot from up high of the Howard Frankland Bridge project. The Bay water is reflecting sunlight, while cars drive along the existing bridge. An incomplete structure spans left to right as crews work on the bridge. The Tampa skyline and South Tampa are in the distance on a bright sunny day.
Development
Comparing Commutes: A study on the new Howard Frankland Bridge
City Editor Bailey sampled the driving experience on the old and new southbound segment of the Howard Frankland Bridge.
March 25, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
An aerial view of the Howard Frankland Bridge in 1960 shows the long bridge connecting Tampa and St. Pete surrounded by dark blue water.
Development
What was Tampa Bay like when the Howard Frankland first opened?
We’re taking a look back at what was going on in our slice of the Gulf Coast in 1960.
March 24, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
A wide feel made up of light dirt and grass is framed by a pale blue sky with lots of clouds. The lot has fencing, light poles, and a porta potty parked on it.
Development
Pinellas’ Toytown landfill could become a youth sports hub
Clearwater-based Sports Facilities Companies wants to build a plethora of baseball and softball fields, and volleyball and pickleball courts on the land.
March 19, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
A rendering of Gasworx's new W2 mixed-use complex includes mutliple industrial-style buildings with large paneled windows, ground-floor concepts with umbrellas and chairs outside, and pedestrians biking and driving by on the roads around it.
Development
Check in on Tampa’s Gasworx development
KETTLER and Juneau Construction Company just celebrated the topping out of Gasworx W2, which should open in 2026.
March 18, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
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Food
Catch a game at one of these Tampa Bay sports bars
We rounded up spots to catch a Bolts, Bucs, or Rays game across Tampa and St. Pete.
March 17, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
Red-checkered chairs and are tucked into tables which are lined by plush, green booths in a room with massive windows and exposed brick.
Food
Introducing Tampa Bay’s Michelin Guide additions
Mad Dogs & Englishmen, Fisk, Cousin Vinny’s Sandwich Co., and Big Ray’s Fish Camp all made the list.
March 12, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
A rendering of the Rays new proposed stadium, showing fans inside a ballpark.
Sports
Rays owner could sell to Tampa investor group
The Rays need to meet a series of requirements to score public funding for the new $1.3 billion stadium.
March 10, 2025
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Bailey LeFever
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