$1 billion Possible cost of expansion 12,000 Number of construction and permanent jobs that could be created for Seminole expansions; most would be in Tampa ...more

February 5, 2009

Tampa could gain stature as a national destination for casino aficionados under a proposed $1 billion expansion project at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. ...more

February 5, 2009

With the Tampa Bay Rays on the verge of winning the American League East Division, public party plans are well under way. ...more

September 25, 2008

Tampa is about to get a life. Denizens of Second Life, a virtual online community, will hold their annual convention at the Tampa Marriott Waterside hotel, according to Kevin Alderman, a Lutz entrepreneur who sells sex toys in Second Life. ...more

August 13, 2008

The city is working to finish a redesigned park in the Channel District by January, hoping it could become a hot spot for Super Bowl events. ...more

July 28, 2008

"Staycation." It's become the summer buzzword reflecting vacationers' inclination to stay close to home as gas prices soar and the economy sags. ...more

July 4, 2008

TAMPA - "Staycation." It's become the summer buzzword reflecting vacationers' inclination to stay close to home as gas prices soar and the economy sags. ...more

July 3, 2008

Thanksgiving is over and the holiday party season is starting. Among the events planned are: ...more

November 21, 2007