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Tampa council member pushes to support Tampa’s special needs caregivers
Read the original story in the Tampa Beacon . Tampa City Council member Luis Viera, left, speaks with Yoel Page during a bus ride in...
Chuck Merlis
Aug 233 min read
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From Gas Station to Tampa Landmark: The Story of Tiny Tap Tavern
Tiny Tap Tavern isn’t just a bar — it’s a Tampa landmark. Known as the best dive bar in Tampa, this South Howard staple blends history, cheap beer, and community in a way that newer spots can’t replicate. Step inside and see why locals keep coming back decade after decade.
Chuck Merlis
Aug 235 min read
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Reinventing a Tampa Landmark: Chris McVety and the Evolution of Jackson’s Bistro
On Harbour Island, Jackson’s Bistro has been a Tampa landmark for more than 20 years. Owner Chris McVety shares how the restaurant reinvented itself to keep pace with a growing city, from its nightclub era to its new focus on brunch, seafood, and Tampa nightlife.
Chuck Merlis
Aug 234 min read
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Former Pinellas homeless couple now run $1.5M car detail firm
First reported by the Business Observer, this feature explores how a local couple turned their lives around to build one of Florida’s fastest-growing ceramic coating franchises.
Chuck Merlis
Jul 225 min read
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Everyone is a star when it comes to Buddy Baseball
First reported in the Tampa Beacon, discover how Buddy Baseball is redefining youth sports in Tampa by creating an inclusive, non-competitive league for kids with special needs.
Chuck Merlis
Jul 225 min read
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