Stephanie Hayes

Stephanie Hayes

Stephanie Hayes

Stephanie Hayes has been with the Tampa Bay Times since 2003, writing about everything from politics to nightlife with her signature wit and conversational tone. Read more about Stephanie here

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Spring Forward Is Here To Change Your Life Mar 14, 2026

The name's Spring. Spring Forward. Some say I'm even more nefarious than my brother, Fall Back, but ... Read More

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How a Writer Overcame Delusions in Postpartum Psychosis Mar 07, 2026

When Ayana Lage got pregnant, she prepared for the worst. She'd struggled with mental health and kne... Read More

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All the Cars Are Ugly Feb 28, 2026

Tragically, I have started shopping for a new car. I drive a 2017 Fiat 500X. His name is Frank, and ... Read More

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Pam Bondi Used To Inspire Women. Now She Protects Bad Men. Feb 21, 2026

Most anyone who worked in Tampa Bay news in the 2000s has a Pam Bondi story. Before her ascent to be... Read More