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  Tampa, Florida - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Tampa is a city located in Hillsborough County on the west coast of central Florida in the United States.
Tampa was incorporated in 1849 with 185 inhabitants (excluding military personnel stationed at Fort Brooke).
Tampa was reincorporated as a town on December 15, 1855, and Judge Joseph B. Lancaster became the first Mayor in 1856.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Tampa,_Florida   (3461 words)

  
 New Georgia Encyclopedia: "Tampa Red" Whittaker (1904-1981)
He was already known as Tampa Red when he arrived in Chicago in the mid-1920s, fresh from the southern theater circuit.
Tampa Red and Dorsey recorded several successful follow-up songs as the Hokum Boys, and the "hokum" style became a depression-era fad.
By 1940 Tampa Red had made the transition to electric guitar, and he reached the top ten on the rhythm-and-blues chart several times in the postwar period.
www.georgiaencyclopedia.org /nge/Article.jsp?id=h-1662   (607 words)

  
 AllRefer.com - Tampa, United States (U.S. Political Geography) - Encyclopedia
Tampa's real development began with the growth of a fishing industry, the discovery of phosphate in 1883, and the construction of railroads and the introduction of cigar making in the late 1880s.
In 1953, Tampa's suburbs were consolidated with the city, almost doubling the population.
Tampa is home to the Buccaneers of the National Football League, the Devil Rays of baseball's American League, and the Lightning of the National Hockey League.
reference.allrefer.com /encyclopedia/T/Tampa.html   (567 words)

  
 Tampa Florida   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Tampa is a bustling business center for the region with a thriving downtown commercial and office infrastructure and one of the country's larger seaports.
Tampa is also a cultural, entertainment and sport center offering museums, performing arts, theme attractions and professional sports.
Tampa is an active sports town with several professional sports teams in the area.
www.awesomeflorida.com /cities/tampa.htm   (647 words)

  
 Tampa Travel Information | Lonely Planet Destination Guide
Tampa may be in Florida, but it's determined to eschew tack.
The thriving west coast city of Tampa is out to prove that not all the action in the warmly welcoming southern state of Florida happens at Miami Beach or Cape Canaveral.
Tampa is also living testimony to the fact that not every Floridian has an incurable predilection for Gloria Estefan and a sartorial insensibility that teams B-Grade actors, five-o'clock-shadows and pastel jackets with rolled-up sleeves.
www.lonelyplanet.com /worldguide/destinations/north-america/usa/tampa   (218 words)

  
 Tampa history   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Spanish explorer Ponce de Leon first arrived in the Tampa Bay area in 1513, but the Spaniards focused their attention on settling eastern Florida and left the western areas alone.
Tampa's port is now the seventh largest in the nation; today phosphate shipping is supplemented by trade in shrimp.
Piloting the airline's Benoist "flying boat" was Tony Jannus, the namesake of the Tony Jannus Award presented each year by the Tampa Chamber of Commerce for achievement in commercial aviation.
www.tampagov.net /documents/Tampa_history.asp   (477 words)

  
 The Tampa Tribune - Life. Printed Daily.
TAMPA - There were no longwinded eulogies for Roberto Carlos Baez, no celebration of his life, just Biblical verses and prayers at his Catholic Mass.
TAMPA - David Shefferman says he's a fan of Jimmy Buffett's easygoing song lyrics, such as "Wastin' away again in Margaritaville." But he found out that the popular singer is less relaxed about his trademarks.
TAMPA -- Bucs quarterback Brian Griese hasn't done a very good job of standing up in the face of pressure the past couple Sundays.
www.tampatrib.com   (213 words)

  
 Tampa Fire Fighters Local #754   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Tampa Fire Rescue working with local NBC affiliate “Newschannel 8” and the Florida Regional Poison Control Center at Tampa General Hospital put together a news story to inform the public about the dangers of carbon monoxide.
On April 22, 2004 representatives of the Muscular Dystrophy Association along with the Tampa Firefighters and Paramedics IAFF Local 754 met with Mayor Pam Iorio to recognize the 50th anniversary of the partnership between the firefighters and MDA.
Tampa Fire Rescue Lieutenant Scott Ashley and Paramedic Curt Terrell were joined by their colleagues from other Bay Area fire/rescue departments in the judging of the competition.
www.tampafirefighters.com   (1066 words)

  
 Special Report - from TBO.com
TAMPA - We are all searching for our place in the sun, but it may stay just beyond our reach unless our leaders find a way to energize the economy.
TAMPA - Counting its bayfront and river, its lakes, ponds, canals and marshes, Hillsborough County has an estimated 500 miles of shoreline.
Tampa is growing up, maturing from a small town to a big city.
reports.tbo.com /reports/tampaproject   (529 words)

  
 2005 Women's Soccer   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Tampa is back in action on Tuesday when it hosts Florida Southern at 7:00 pm as the Spartans begin a four-game home stretch to finish the regular season..
Tampa was led by the duo of Courtney and Brittney Evans, who had a goal and two assists apiece.
Tampa’s Courtney Evans opened the scoring with her first goal of the season at the 2:15 mark.
www.utampa.edu /athletics/sports/wsoccer.html   (808 words)

  
 Spartan Headlines
Tampa, Fla. — The University of Tampa men’s soccer team faced the nation’s top team Wednesday and were defeated by a score of 2-0.
Tampa is now 1-2-1 in Sunshine State Conference play.
Tampa, Fla. — The University of Tampa athletic department is pleased to announce the selection of two of its athletes winning Player of the Week honors for the Sunshine State Conference.
www.utampa.edu /athletics   (640 words)

  
 Tampa Bay Convention & Visitors Bureau, Busch Gardens, Gasparilla, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, Ybor City, Florida Aquarium
Whether you are visiting for a vacation or a convention, the Tampa Bay Convention & Visitors Bureau is your official source for destination information on Tampa and Hillsborough County.
Tampa Bay Merchandise Now Available Online Visitors and residents alike can now shop online for a variety of Tampa Bay-themed items.
The Tampa Museum of Art will launch its 26th season with stunning masterpieces from the American Modernist Movement.
www.visittampabay.com   (412 words)

  
 Tampa on Encyclopedia.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
TAMPA, FL-- Tampa Bay Buccanneer Mike Alstott looks back as he runs into the endzone for the game winning touchdown as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Green Bay Packers 14-10 in Tampa, Florida, Sund
TAMPA, FL-- Pittsburgh's Hines Ward breaks free of Tampa Bay's Derrick Brooks after a first-half reception on Sunday, October 21, 2001, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.
TAMPA, FL-- Pittsburgh's Hines Ward catches a pass in front of Tampa Bay's John Lynch on Sunday, October 21, 2001, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.
www.encyclopedia.com /html/T/Tampa.asp   (858 words)

  
 Tampa hotels reservations, cheap hotels, discounts and hotel deals
Tampa: Florida is not all Mickey Mouse and Miami Vice and the stunning Tampa Bay area goes to prove it.
Located in the heart of downtown Tampa in the redeveloped Channel District, the hotel is connected directly to the three hundred fifty-three thousand square foot Tampa Convention Center and within walking distance of many attractions, dining establishments and shopping venues.
The Hyatt Regency Tampa is a beautiful property ideally located just a short distance on foot or by car from the area's most popular attractions, such as Busch Gardens and the renowned Lowry Park Zoo.
www.all-hotels.com /tampa-hotels.htm   (754 words)

  
 Tampa, Florida, USA
Tampa Chamber of Commerce The Tampa Chamber of Commerce asks you to please be sure to get acquainted with Tampa and learn about our community's special projects during your visit to our website.
Tampa Hotels No matter where you want to stay in Tampa, Florida you are only a click away from 100's of choices to select from.
Tampa Unclaimed Property Currently, the Florida Department of Financial Services holds more than $800 million in unclaimed property, mostly from dormant accounts in financial institutions, insurance and utility companies, safe deposit boxes and trust holdings.
www.floridalink.com /links/city/tampa.html   (808 words)

  
 Tampa FL Hotels, Restaurants, Real Estate and Events Guide. - Tampa Florida
For those with kids, make Tampa educational as well as fun.
Tampa Bay area has plenty of dining, drinking and entertainment opportunities that will please everyone.
In Tampa, sports and recreational/fitness activities are everywhere.
www.tampasbest.net   (352 words)

  
 Tampa Real Estate Houses and Homes for Sale as Real Estate in Hillsborough County, Florida
In addition Kathy's Coldwell Banker Tampa office has earned the prestigious designation of Premier Office--an award given for exceptional team performance earned by the top 10 percent of all Coldwell Banker offices internationally.
If it is newer or older residential real estate for sale in Tampa Bay, North Tampa, South Tampa, Temple Terrace, Carrollwood, and New Tampa in Hillsborough County you can be sure we have what you are looking for.
Top, local expert real estate agents and Realtors in Tampa Bay and surrounding cities in Florida will respond to your request for information for buying or selling houses, homes and other real estate.
www.tampa-real-estate-for-sale.com   (546 words)

  
 CNN.com - Tampa uses cameras to scan for wanted faces - July 2, 2001
TAMPA, Florida (AP) -- Tampa is using high-tech security cameras to scan the city's streets for people wanted for crimes, a law enforcement tactic that some liken to Big Brother.
European cities and U.S. government offices, casinos and banks are already using the so-called face-printing system, but Tampa is the first American city to install a permanent system along public streets, The Tampa Tribune reported Sunday.
But Tampa Detective Bill Todd says FaceIt is no different than having a police officer standing on a street holding a mug shot.
archives.cnn.com /2001/TECH/ptech/07/02/high.tech.security.ap   (414 words)

  
 ClubNetRadio.com - Nightlife Guide for Tampa, Florida   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
A medium-sized city on Florida's Gulf Coast, Tampa has much to recommend it: impressive museums, winning sports teams, rocking nightlife and a wealth of tourist attactions.
Tampa's crown jewel is Ybor City, the historic Cuban neighborhood.
Tampa also has real animals in abundance: sharks and rays at the Florida Aquarium and the more lovable manatees at the zoo.
www.clubnetradio.com /nightlife/tampa.php   (336 words)

  
 Church of Scientology of Tampa, Florida
When the Church of Scientology Tampa moved into our new building at 3102 N. Habana Avenue, we knew that this would provide us with ample facilities to meet the ever–increasing demand for Dianetics and Scientology services.
Members of the Church in Tampa are proud of the cultural diversity of our staff and parishioners, just as Tampa residents are proud of the rich diversity in cultural backgrounds of the people in our city.
And the church in Tampa also has an active chapter of the Volunteer Minister Corps, best known in the U.S. for its help in assisting the firemen and rescue workers at Ground Zero after September 11th.
www.scientology-tampa.org   (694 words)

  
 University of Tampa - Encyclopedia.WorldSearch   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Business Wire : Directors to Address Critical Corporate Governance Issues at The University of Tampa.
Padé and rational approximation: Theory and applications : proceedings of an international symposium held at the University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida, December 15-17, 1976
Marine algae in the vicinity of Tampa Bay, Florida, (University of South Florida.
encyclopedia.worldsearch.com /university_of_tampa.htm   (93 words)

  
 Tampa Bay Chapter of PRSA Home Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Not only is he currently the media relations manager for Raymond James Financial, he also is a 20-year veteran of the U.S. Army Reserve and National Guard.
He will be involved with traveling the country to meet with deploying and returning Army public affairs units and updating and implementing the Army's public affairs doctrine.
He is up on the latest tech toys…but these toys have serious lessons to teach on the future of how news is received and delivered.
tampa.prsa.org   (1210 words)

  
 Tropicana Field
Tampa Bay, for years a popular area for Major League Baseball spring training games, finally got its own team beginning in 1998.
A group of Tampa Bay investors called a press conference in 1992 announcing that the Giants were moving to Tampa Bay, but loopholes in the agreement allowed a local consortium to rescue the team from leaving San Francisco.
Completed in 1990 as the Florida Suncoast Dome, it became the Thunderdome while the Tampa Bay Lightning NHL team were tenants.
www.ballparks.com /baseball/american/tropic.htm   (769 words)

  
 ~Tampa Hotels - Tampa Condo Hotels Tampa Airport Hotels Guide, Tampa Busch Gardens Hotels Tampa Bay Hotels Motels and ...
Tampa Hotels, Clearwater Beach Hotels, St Petersburg Hotels or Gulf Beaches Treasure Island Hotels, St. Pete Beach Hotels.
From your basic room that is clean and comfortable, to Tampa luxury four and five star hotels and beach resorts with all the amenities you'd expect.
Choose from hundreds of Tampa Hotels, motels and beach resorts in Tampa, Clearwater Beach, St Pete Beach and the Gulf Beaches of Tampa Bay.
www.gotampabay.com   (376 words)

  
 Tampa Shriners Hospital
The Tampa Shriners Hospital, Located on the University of South Florida campus, is a 60-bed facility that has treated over 27,000 children with orthopaedic problems since opening in 1985.
As you can see in the photo (move cursor over hospital photo), we have just celebrated our re-birth and re-dedication with a renovations and expansion project that has created 30,000 square feet of new space and 15,000 square feet of renovated space.
The Shriners Hospital for Children in Tampa looks forward to better serving the medical and social needs of our growing patient/family community.
www.shrinershq.org /shc/tampa   (397 words)

  
 Tampa News
The northbound lanes of Interstate 75 were closed at Riverview late Thursday night because of at least five separate car crashes, the FHP reported.
Tampa, Florida - Here are some water safety tips for children: -Look in the pool area first if a child is missing a ' seconds can make the difference between life and death.
Prosecutors working to prove that a former college professor was a key figure in a notorious Palestinian terrorist group moved closer to wrapping up their case in a federal courtroom on Wednesday.
www.topix.net /city/tampa-fl   (1232 words)

  
 Tampa, Florida Real Estate, MLS Search
Welcome to Greater Tampa Realty, your one stop shop for luxury waterfront homes, townhomes, condos, and real estate listings for sale in the Greater Tampa, Florida, area.
When it comes to finding a home in Tampa you have come to the right place.
As a registered member you are able to search and view thousands of Greater Tampa Area MLS listings.
www.greatertamparealty.com   (570 words)

  
 Tampa Florida Apartments For Rent | Tampa Apartment Rentals | Apartments.com
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We can help you to discover the perfect Tampa apartment rental by using precise search criteria such as: price, number of bedrooms, type of housing, type of listing, as well as apartment and community features.
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