A slow economy, a worn-out storefront and a big empty space worked to developer John Yo's advantage. He had talked about sprucing up his uncle's 22nd Street convenience store property, and suddenly he had the time. ...more

November 11, 2009

A casting call for the Discovery Channel series "Pitchmen" is set for Wednesday in Ybor City. ...more

October 31, 2009

Think you know Guavaween? Think again! ...more

October 29, 2009

The New Tampa Chamber of Commerce will sponsor its Holiday Extravaganza to showcase local merchants from 1 to 4 p.m. Nov. 8 at the Holiday Inn Express, 8310 Galbraith Road.. ...more

October 21, 2009

An eclectic mix of history and architectural styles will be on display for V.M. Ybor's first annual home tour Sunday. ...more

October 21, 2009

Longtime local cigar maker Wally Reyes will begin building a cigar today that he hopes will be the longest ever. ...more

October 8, 2009

For generations, people have argued about where to find the best Cuban sandwich in Ybor City. Southern Living magazine has entered the fray. ...more

October 3, 2009

For generations, people have argued about where to find the best Cuban sandwich in Ybor City. Southern Living magazine has entered the fray. ...more

September 30, 2009

Police have arrested a teen in connection with the attempted rape of a 38-year-old woman in an Ybor City parking garage. ...more

September 5, 2009

Police have arrested a teen in connection with the attempted rape of a 38-year-old woman in an Ybor City parking garage. Javon Cooper, 16, of Tampa, has been charged with attempted second-degree murder, attempted sexual battery and aggravated battery with great bodily harm. ...more

September 4, 2009