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What is Spotlight Tampa Bay?
Community conversations on topics impacting the Tampa Bay community
The Spotlight Tampa Bay community conversation series explores the most pressing issues in our region, from housing affordability to climate change.
Moderated by our trusted Pulitzer Prize-winning newsroom, Spotlight Tampa Bay is designed to foster meaningful dialogue and create powerful change in the Tampa Bay area. Explore Spotlight videos, panel interviews, related articles and resources all in one place.
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Mission statement
Our mission as a news organization traces back to our founding in 1884: to report the truth and contribute to an informed society. That mission depends on maintaining our credibility within the community. To earn the trust of readers, staffers of the Tampa Bay Times have an obligation to be accurate, fair and ethical. These principles are central to our efforts to uphold the integrity and reputation of the Times.
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Spotlight Themes
Explore the most pressing
issues in our region
Spotlight on Health
The Tampa Bay region continues to grow as a hub for health care and innovation; however, many residents continue to face disparities in access to health care and health outcomes.
Spotlight on Energy
As a coastal region, Tampa Bay is highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, such as sea level rise, increased frequency and intensity of hurricanes and flooding.
Spotlight on Education
Tampa’s schools and education system face several key challenges, including funding inequities, teacher shortages, achievement gaps and culture clashes.
Spotlight on Affordable Housing
Rapid population growth has led to a demand for housing that outpaces supply, driving up property prices and rental rates and making it difficult for many residents to find affordable housing.
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