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The iconic buildings and attractions along Tampa’s emerging Riverwalk are being pulled into the information age with help from the University of South Florida chapter of Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE), working with the Friends of Riverwalk.
Together they developed seven stations where anyone with a cell phone can learn more about [...]
Co.exist
Many cities in America are facing the slow decline of their main streets and shopping areas. But a new program in Oakland might be the key to reviving vibrant, local commercial centers. All it takes is a little free rent and some entrepreneurial spirit.
Old Oakland, a historic district in downtown Oakland, California, [...]
Newroot news
Usually when you see someone holding a cardboard sign in St. Petersburg, they are asking for money, food or work. But this past Saturday (Jan. 21), a slew of signs around downtown read “FREE HUGS.” As part of the annual National Hugging Day, Keep Saint Petersburg Local organized the Free [...]
Tampa Bay Business Journal
A new, permanent art installation called “Agua Luces,” Spanish for “water lights,” is planned in Tampa.
The project, an extension of the city’s “Lights on Tampa” installation, will permanently light four bridges with low-energy LED lighting, a statement from the city of Tampa said.
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Positive News International
For his 12th Birthday, Cooper Berella asked if he could curate an art show. The show which opened in September is called “Stop It!!” and features works from around 100 contemporary artists on the theme of bullying. A portion of the proceeds will go to two anti-bullying organizations: GLIDE, [...]
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