Sports–Entertainment

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By Elizabeth King
June 3, 2026

Naples amateur pickleball league changes owners, grows nationally

The new owner of PaddleWar is leading a nationwide expansion for the brand.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

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By Anastasia Dawson
June 2, 2026

Tampa marina expands, adds floating docks, slips

The marina now offers 607 dry slips and 15 wet slips with the addition of new floating docks.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Jay Heater
May 29, 2026

Planned events center and boathouse at Benderson Park wins $10M boost

State legislature has approved the $10 million appropriation, so now it is up to Gov. Ron DeSantis to approve it.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Andrew Warfield
May 29, 2026

Sarasota spring training stadium to get $6.57M HVAC overhaul

The replacement of the HVAC system at Sarasota's Ed Smith Stadium will be completed by the Baltimore Orioles 2027 spring training season.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Louis Llovio
May 22, 2026

Despite yes votes, future of new Tampa Bay Rays stadium still not secure

Sound familiar? With complex negotiations still to come and elected officials reluctant to back a deal, plans for a new ballpark in Tampa could still collapse.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Louis Llovio
May 21, 2026

Rays stadium deal in question as Tampa elected leaders express grave concerns

The city's governing body narrowly approved one measure and delayed a second. 'I would urge you to let us continue the conversations,' a team exec said. 'Don't send the Rays out of Tampa.'

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Anastasia Dawson
May 21, 2026

New entertainment district, music venue coming to Tampa’s Water Street

If approved by city officials, construction could begin in early 2027.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Anastasia Dawson
May 21, 2026

Lakeland documentarian captures the world of competitive lightsaber duels

Filmmaker Matthew Wiatt’s documentary "Saber" is a story of duels and discovering community in unexpected places.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Louis Llovio
May 20, 2026

Hillsborough County votes to start negotiating with Rays on $2.3B ballpark

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Louis Llovio
May 15, 2026

Tampa Bay Rays, local officials agree on a framework for new stadium

The agreement, which still needs final approval by the relevant governing bodies, calls for the team to pay $1.7 billion of the cost for the $2.3 billion ballpark.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Anastasia Dawson
May 12, 2026

United Soccer League announces leadership transition, new CEO

Paul McDonough has been tapped as the Tampa organization’s new president and CEO, effective June 1.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Louis Llovio
May 11, 2026

Longboat Key, Miami Beach resorts selling $187K World Cup package — tickets extra

St. Regis Longboat Key Resort and St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort offer six-day ultra-luxury packages around the global soccer tournament that include the presidential suites, butlers and yacht tours.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Anastasia Dawson
May 11, 2026

Tampa credit union donates, partners with local children's museum

Suncoast Credit Union's new partnership with the Glazer Children’s Museum has also launched a new exhibit and exclusive admissions deals for credit union members.