Of local home prices, the Business Journal says Tampa’s growth to its peak was the fifth highest in the nation behind Miami, Los Angeles, Washington and San Diego. They also tell us that we’re ranked fifth in decline since then, too.
When we first announced the Florida State Fair gimmick, I asked you what you wanted to see & know. Several of you got in touch, and asked a lot of questions about the stuff at the fair. Sticks reader Michael G. seems skeptical of any local economic impact from the Florida State Fair. Here [...]
Every six months, the Tampa Bay Partnership compares the Tampa Bay area to five other southern metros – Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas, Jacksonville and Raleigh-Durham - for a Regional Economic Scorecard. For fall 2009, we finished third in the measurement once again. Here’s the breakdown: For income & productivity, Tampa Bay ranks 2nd – up from 4th [...]
The median sales price of existing homes in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area is down to $139,100 (November). Local prices peaked in June of ‘06 at $239,600. Because of modified loans, many homes escaped foreclosure, leaving a smaller inventory and stable prices. The Tampa Tribune wants to know if the price is right, and [...]
The Indian Gaming Industry Report is reporting that Florida is the fifth-busiest tribal gaming state in the country, and Florida Indian casino revenues are up 19% for 2008.
The University Square Mall has gone from ghost town to ghost hunting: A&E’s ‘Paranormal State’ finds Tampa’s University Square Mall a bit unreal.
With a 5-1 vote, City Council denied step raises for Tampa Police.
So, what did visitors to Guavaween get for their $17? Not much more than those of us got at home handing out candy.
If we want to host World Cup games in the Tampa Bay area, we need to show our support.
