Honoring the life and legacy of a Tampa Bay legend On Lee Roy Selmon’s birthday, the Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority (THEA) celebrates the life of a man whose impact on Tampa Bay reached far beyond the football field. The Original Buccaneer After a standout career at the University of Oklahoma, Selmon became the Tampa Bay […]
October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, a time to highlight the importance of looking out for pedestrians and creating safer roads for everyone. Pedestrian safety is an important part of a connected transportation system. In 2024, 7,080 pedestrians were killed in traffic crashes nationwide, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That averages to […]
Planning a trip between Tampa and Brandon? Knowing where to access the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway’s Reversible Express Lanes (REL) can help you plan your route before you hit the road. The REL adjust direction to match traffic demand, reversing between westbound and eastbound travel throughout the day. Before each reversal, the lanes are cleared […]
Preparation is not just about responding when an emergency happens. It is about making informed decisions before challenges arise. For a growing region like Tampa Bay, preparedness extends beyond individual households. It also means maintaining resilient infrastructure, supporting reliable mobility, and ensuring residents have the information they need to make safe decisions before, during, and […]
Published in recognition of National Women’s Equality Day. Transportation is about more than getting from one place to another. It is about connecting people to opportunity, supporting economic growth, and building communities that thrive. The progress we see across the Tampa Bay region is made possible by people who bring different experiences, ideas, and expertise […]
Construction is officially underway on the AC Moxy Hotel project. While there is not a dedicated official webpage for the hotel, the 13-story dual-branded project at 111 N. Meridian Avenue broke ground in Spring 2026 and is slated to open in early 2028. To support construction activities and keep crews, pedestrians, and drivers safe, a […]
If you’ve spent any time driving around Tampa Bay, you’ve probably noticed we all have a few habits that can make getting from Point A to Point B a little more challenging. Whether you’re a lifelong local or new to the area, small driving decisions can have a big impact on traffic flow and safety. […]
Every Tampa Bay local has been there. A visiting friend or relative is riding along when you merge onto the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway, and just as your car begins climbing, they ask: “Wait… are we going up?” Yes, you are. Welcome to the Reversible Express Lanes, better known as the REL. If you’ve ever […]
You may have noticed the Selmon West Extension glowing red, white, and blue, and there’s a good reason why. The lighting is in honor of America250, the nationwide celebration marking 250 years since the founding of the United States. It’s a simple gesture, but it means something significant. As one of Tampa’s most visible pieces […]
This June, we celebrate nine years since the opening of the Deputy Kotfila Memorial Dog Park, a shaded, pet-friendly park tucked beneath the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway along the Selmon Greenway. What began as a tribute to a fallen hero has grown into one of downtown Tampa’s most beloved gathering spaces, and this anniversary feels […]
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