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New features for tampabay.com comments launch today
I'm pleased to announce a couple improvements to the comments area of tampabay.com stories:
Threaded discussions: Members will now be able to reply to comments in threaded discussions. Readers have asked for this feature for a while, and we think it will help allow for more fluid dialogue between readers.
New page for comments: As you may have noticed, readers will now need to open a new page to view comments and/or share theirs. We know that not all readers want to see comments. And for those that do, it's just one click away.
Note that these changes take effect for our stories today and will launch on our blogs tomorrow (Nov. 18).
We think these changes will help improve discussions on our site, but, as always, we'll rely on you for feedback. So please let us know what you think in the comments below.
Make sure you are a member of tampabay.com, and be a part of the discussion.
Things to Do in Tampa Bay has a new iPhone app
Imagine having all of Tampa Bay’s best events, restaurants, bars and attractions at your fingertips on your iPhone. That’s pretty cool, right? But now picture yourself getting a coupon or special deal offer from one of your favorite restaurants, bars, music venues, sports teams or even an auto service. Suh-weet!
It’s all available today with our free Things to Do iPhone app. It’s easy to add to your iPhone, iTouch or iPad. Search for it in the iTunes store, or just head to tampabay.com/things-to-do and look for it under Quick links.
But before you go, check out some of these cool features that you’ll enjoy once you’ve downloaded Tampa Bay’s best way to get info and deals on the go:
• Events. Check in to see what’s coming up. You can see all events, or you can filter them by compiling a list of your favorite venues. Now you’ll never miss that cool concert at Jannus Live or the Gary Amp again. ... Read more
Things to Do in Tampa Bay has a new iPhone app
Imagine having all of Tampa Bay’s best events, restaurants, bars and attractions at your fingertips on your iPhone. That’s pretty cool, right? But now picture yourself getting a coupon or special deal offer from one of your favorite restaurants, bars, music venues, sports teams or even an auto service. Suh-weet!
It’s all available today with our free Things to Do iPhone app. It’s easy -- and did we mention free? -- to add to your iPhone, iTouch or iPad. Search for it in the iTunes store, or just head to tampabay.com/things-to-do and look for it under Quick links.
But before you go, check out some of these cool features that you’ll enjoy once you’ve downloaded Tampa Bay’s best way to get info and deals on the go: ... Read more
New feature highlights reader comments
We have launched a new feature in our commenting area that will allow tampabay.com editors to feature a noteworthy comment from a reader. When we select featured comments, they will appear at the top of all comments with a blue background.
For the first featured comment, I highlighted a comment by "Boppy" from today's story Hillsborough honors women who helped fallen Tampa officers; two faced criticism. Two women that rushed to the aid of fallen Tampa Officers David Curtis and Jeffrey Kocab describe being criticized by neighbors for calling 911.
"I've been called snitch. Asked why did you help them. You should have left those crackers," said Rose Dodson, an Ultimate Medical Academy student. "When I walked up on the scene, I didn't think about color. If it was a cop or not a cop."
Here's what Boppy wrote:
"God bless these women for their human compassion and sense of civil duty. They stayed with those two, brave men as they were dying. These police officers weren't left in the road or ditch by themselves while help was en route. Had it not been for these women, who knows how long Officers Curtis and Kolcab would have layed there before anyone noticed or help arrived? Anyone who calls these women a 'snitch' or other deragatory name should be ashamed of themselves.
"Good work, ladies. You should be proud of yourselves and so should all who love you." ... Read more
Follow The Gadget Guy for the latest tech news
Do you love to be the first to show off the latest gadgets (or at least know about them)? Tampabay.com's newest blogger The Gadget Guy, also known as Jack Rowland, shows you how to use gadgets ranging from photo and video equipment to manifold grills.
His "how to" videos bring a MacGyver sensibility to how to get things done with the magic of gadgets. Rowland, a senior video producer at tampabay.com, is a longtime gadget geek with a love of all things Mac.
Here's a taste of what you can expect from The Gadget Guy:
... Read more
Share your intriguing wedding tales with us
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Mega deal-maker David Shoemaker negotiates multimillion dollar contracts for a women's worldwide professional tennis tour. Jennifer Hsiung broadcast sports news to millions of viewers on China Central Television. It was all business when the two met working the Beijing sports scene — until it was not.Scherzer kicked offer her summer wedding series, Heartbeat, with the tale of how Hsuing and Shoemaker met in China and then married in Tampa. Stunning architecture, world-class cuisine and a Matisse exhibition lured them to have the first wedding at the new Tampa Museum of Art.By the opening of the 2008 Summer Olympics, the score was love-all, writes Times writer Amy Scherzer. ... Read more
Look for tampabay.com badges in comments section
Tampabay.com launched a new feature today in the story comments area. A tampabay.com logo now appears with comments posted by St. Petersburg Times and tampabay.com staff members.
We wanted to let you know we're here, we're listening and are part of the conversation. We hope, as always, you'll let us know what you think.
Want to complain to your Florida legislators? My Lawmaker will help you find them
State lawmakers are piecing together a budget for next year that
makes more cuts to programs and relies on billions more in federal
stimulus money to stave off even deeper reductions.The House on Friday unveiled its proposed $67.1 billion budget — about 1 percent higher than the current year — and the Senate will follow suit Monday. The House plan calls for: ... Read more
St. Petersburg Times is now available on your Kindle
Now you can get the St. Petersburg Times no matter where you are, then easily slip it into your purse or backpack.
And it's risk free: A Times Kindle subscription starts with a 14-day
free trial, and you can cancel at any time during the trial period. If you
enjoy your subscription, do nothing and it will automatically continue
at the regular price of $9.49 a month with free wireless delivery via Amazon Whispernet.
If you try it, let us know how it goes.
Tampabay.com's navigation changes will make it easier to find local news
Tampabay.com is making some changes to its News navigation today to make it easier for readers to find news from their communities.
The Top News, Breaking News and Beyond Tampa Bay tabs will be eliminated. Here's a breakdown of where we'll redirect you if you previously visited those channels:
- The latest breaking news can be found in each county channel -- Hernando, Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas.
- The latest state, national and international news -- found on Beyond Tampa Bay -- can be found at the bottom left of tampabay.com's home page.
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