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Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen rushed home for his daughter's birth Tuesday, then returned Sunday to throw a masterful six-inning performance against the Yankees. The All-Star retired 18 of 19 batters on just 76 pitches, proving dad strength is real.
DePaul track athlete Alex Bernstein launched a program-record hammer throw of 70.62 meters in Tampa, capping a historic day where Blue Demons shattered two school records across three simultaneous meets. The men's 4x400m relay team also made history while competing in Florida.
When gas prices hit $4.27 per gallon in Tampa Bay, drivers like Valerie Didonato discovered electric vehicles could save them hundreds monthly. Even without federal tax credits, the math is finally making sense for everyday commuters.
Legendary competitive eater Joey Chestnut added another world record to his collection by defeating four Tampa Bay Buccaneers players in a cake-eating showdown. The victory marks his 55th competitive eating world record in a career spanning over two decades.
Eight Tampa Bay community champions each received $50,000 to give to their favorite local charities, thanks to the Lightning's Community Hero program. Since 2011, the initiative has now donated nearly $36 million to 730 nonprofits across the region.
Five Tampa Bay nonprofits are calling for community volunteers this April, from lake cleanups to helping kids get school clothes. The opportunities show how small acts of service create big ripples across the region.
When Evangeline Iarossi noticed girls losing practice time because her Tampa league only had one softball field, she wrote to the mayor. Four years later, her bold letter sparked $40,000 in funding, built new multi-use fields, and launched a nonprofit that's now helping young athletes worldwide.
A 12-year-old leukemia survivor who painted through years of chemotherapy is competing for her dream to have her artwork displayed in a museum. The community can help make it happen with free votes.
A veteran-led Tampa rescue team just returned home after saving more than 400 people from violence in the Middle East, including 30 stranded church members. Grey Bull Rescue moved so fast they had buses and security at a threatened hotel within 24 hours of first contact.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David announced his retirement after spending his entire 14-year NFL career with one team. The Super Bowl champion leaves as one of the franchise's all-time greats, tied with Hall of Famer Derrick Brooks for most tackles in team history.
Tampa Bay Rays speedster Chandler Simpson, known for his blazing speed and minimal power, shocked everyone by hitting his first-ever over-the-fence home run in Spring Training. The dugout erupted as the player with "90-grade speed and 10-grade power" finally cleared the fence.
A major business solutions center is opening in the Tampa Bay area, creating 180 new career opportunities for local residents. Philip Morris International is investing in Florida's growing workforce with this strategic expansion.
At just 28, Declan Farmer has already won three Paralympic golds and revolutionized U.S. sled hockey with his innovative two-handed technique. Now competing in Italy, the Tampa native is leading Team USA's quest for an unprecedented fifth consecutive Paralympic title.
Five everyday heroes just received $300,000 in grants to support causes transforming Tampa Bay. The Lightning Foundation honored them in February, bringing its 15-year giving total to $35.57 million.
Tampa is bringing back one of America's most generous e-bike incentive programs, offering up to $3,000 vouchers to help residents trade cars for pedal power. For very low-income families struggling with transportation costs, it could mean a nearly free path to getting around town.
Tampa Bay Rays All-Star Shane McClanahan is back on the mound after two years of injuries tested him in ways he never imagined. The 28-year-old pitcher lost feeling in his fingers and couldn't move them for weeks, but he's finally ready to play ball again.
Kelly Shea struggled to read until midway through elementary school, but she turned that challenge into a mission. Now the 23-year-old UCF grad is bringing invention education kits to Tampa schools to help kids become confident problem-solvers.
Victor Dimaren turned a Super Bowl halftime performance into a genuine engagement moment when Bad Bunny handed him a ring to propose to his girlfriend Emma Eldridge. The Tampa breakdancer's real-life proposal reached 136 million viewers worldwide during one of entertainment's biggest stages.
Five Tampa Bay organizations are calling for volunteers to help with everything from youth fitness mentoring to food rescue programs. Whether you have a few hours a month or flexible time to give, there's an opportunity waiting.
Savanna Thompson helps nearly 30,000 people yearly through Echo of Brandon's resource center in Thonotosassa. The Tampa Bay Lightning just handed her a $50,000 grant to keep the mission going strong.
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