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Tampa’s Astrobrew is a must-visit spot for coffee, kratom and other ‘functional beverages’
Fuel your body and uplift your spirit.
Tampa Bay’s best live music happening February 6-13
Including Mary J. Blige, Alice Cooper, Locus Ultra and more.
Kansas songwriter Freedy Johnston brings his folky side to St. Pete’s Kerouac House
The 63-year-old’s 1994 major label debut was produced by Butch Vig.
John Nowicki’s ‘Sculpted Air’ experimental-improv show comes to downtown Tampa on Saturday
Steven Richards, part of steel-drum-banging ensemble Pangea Plus, is in the hot seat.
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Mary J. Blige’s ‘For My Fans’ tour arrives in Tampa this weekend
New stuff like ‘Don’t Fuck Up’ is in the setlist, but most of the show is bonafide hits.
New waterfront restaurant Perry’s Porch will open in downtown St. Pete this weekend
The new concept is part of the recent expansion at the St. Petersburg Museum of History.
Tribal Style celebrates Bob Marley’s birthday in Tampa Heights this weekend
I-Ruption is also on the bill at Shuffle.
Alice Cooper brings new guitarist Gilby Clarke to Clearwater on Saturday
Clarke spent 1991-1994 in Guns N’Roses.
Three-day Zutopia camping and music festival lands in Sun City Center this weekend
The music is mostly jamtronica (Guavatron) and straight up EDM (Side Trakd), with nearly three dozen bands on the bill.
Hillsborough County declines to remove fluoride from drinking water supply
The vote transcended party lines.
Resurgent emo band Camping In Alaska brings ‘Eggbeater Jesus’ to Tampa
After going on break after a 2016 album, frontman Austin Davis got the band back together for a 2022 comeback.
Patti Smith, Olivia Harrison, head to Sarasota for exhibit about George Harrison’s love of gardening
The appearances happen Feb. 11-12.
The Florida State Fair kicks off in Tampa this weekend
It’s at the fairground Feb. 6-17.
Talk exploring Florida’s historic African American homes comes to Tampa this weekend
Jada Wright-Greene will likely talk about Garfield Rogers.
‘Iron Chef’ Geoffrey Zakarian comes to Tampa this week for Metropolitan Ministries ‘Food Fight’
Teams from both sides of the Bay will battles as attendees get their drink on and sample dishes.
Tampa Theatre’s ‘Black Love’ series continues this weekend
Remaining films include ‘Fast Color,’ ‘Nope,’ and ‘Hidden Figures.’
Chef Vollmer opens 18-seat Tampa restaurant Fisk, located next to Michelin starred-Ebbe
The newly-opened concept specializes in fresh seafood and refined Scandinavian favorites.
Majority of Florida Republicans oppose DeSantis bid to weaken citizen-initiative process, says poll
55% opposed his ideas in a survey; just 17% approved.
‘We are complicit in our own demise’: Only four Florida venues have completed survey that could help save live music locally
The numbers aren’t great across the country either.
‘Those things are going to happen’: Florida Republican Wilton Simpson downplays heat-related deaths
Simpson on Tuesday said regulations would harm the farming industry.
Florida regulators approve a near $20 monthly hike for Duke Energy, Tampa Electric customers
“Tampa Electric understands that an additional charge is always difficult for customers,” Means said.
DeSantis education budget targets teacher pay and maintains low tuition
DeSantis proposed a $1.3 billion increase for the Florida Education Finance Program, which allocates K-12 funds.
Amid dispute with Florida GOP, DeSantis says ‘we’ll land the plane’ on immigration
DeSantis on Monday said Republicans should focus on “policy that makes a difference.”
The Michelin Guide is coming to St. Petersburg and Clearwater
The region was left out of the guide’s initial foray into the Sunshine State.
Juicy Brewing Co. will open in St. Pete this month in the former Avid Brew Co. location
Avid Brew Co closed its doors right after New Years in 2022.
Fresh off Grammy performance, The Weekend announces Orlando stadium show
There are just two Florida dates on the tour.
Pete’s Bagels expanding in St. Petersburg, and opening drive-thru in 2025
Seymour’s is located in the Snell Arcade Building.
Interview: Giles Davies talks about playing Macbeth and leaving Tampa for good
The state’s cuts to arts funding started the process.
DeSantis proposes $115.6 billion Florida budget, featuring tax cuts on guns, increased immigration spending
The governor’s proposal also includes cutting 741 government positions.
‘Tampa has so much talent’: Blake High School grad Doechii wins Grammy for ‘Best Rap Album’
“I call myself the Swamp Princess because I’m from Tampa, Florida!”
All the 2025 Grammy winners and performers coming to Tampa Bay
So far, that list includes Billy Strings and CeCe Winans.
Bandit Coffee turns nine, Clearwater’s Jewish Food Festival is back and more Tampa Bay food news
Plus, Motorworks Brewing opens new taproom on Harbour Island, Chef Alton Brown is back in town and more.
The Jewish Food Festival is back in Clearwater
A drive-thru model of the event had substituted the in-person event during the pandemic.
Motorworks Brewing opens third Florida location on Tampa’s Harbour Island
Harbour Island’s location also offers pub grub, like pizza, salads and “Italian specialties” to pair with the chosen sips.
Florida universities prepare for $22.5 million annual costs from NCAA settlement
“Some states are allowing, like Ohio State University, to run a $36 million deficit in their athletic program,” Martins claimed. “I’m not advocating for that, but that’s what we’re up against.”
Tampa Bay Sun FC will host NWSL’s Gotham FC in March
It’s the first matchup between teams from the U.S.’ two active women’s soccer leagues.
DeSantis says he will spend money to elect ‘strong conservative’ successor, amid feud with Florida GOP
DeSantis in a post on X said he intends to unleash the financial power of the Florida Freedom Fund.
Savannah indie-rock band Small Talk plays free Emo Night Tampa show this weekend
Bill. and Funeral Homes play support at the Legion.
Foundation honoring late Tampa teen Andrew Joseph III stages ‘Ending Qualified Immunity’ concert
The 14-year-old died a decade ago after being detained by the Hillsborough County Sheriff.
St. Pete’s Ladies Rock Camp alum Hex Appeal plays free Tampa show
Trippy experimental outfit Anthill Cinema headlines Rock The Park.
Donna Cameron Cepeda defends proposal to eliminate Sunshine law for Hillsborough County commissioners
“This is code for actually saying, ‘Making deals would be easier if we didn’t have to do it at a public meeting.’
Interview: Before Tampa show, chef and ‘Good Eats’ host Alton Brown explains why he’s ready to take a break
Alton Brown is at the Straz next month.
Tampa Bay Rep. Kathy Castor says Trump presidency ‘defined by illegality’ so far
Florida Democrats are holding public events criticizing some of the Trump administration’s early moves.
The Get Up Kids’ ‘Something To Write Home About’ anniversary tour is in St. Pete on Wednesday
The album is 25 years old, and that means you’re over the hill.
Scary Kids Scaring Kids returns to Tampa Orpheum
The Arizona hardcore outfit is in town Sunday.
DeSantis vows to veto Florida GOP’s latest immigration bill
“We know that truth matters. Simply saying something is terrible over and over doesn’t actually make it true.”
Florida House Republican wants to make it easier to sue state and local governments
Fiona McFarland will again push to increase liability limits.
Trump tries to expand offshore drilling off Florida’s Gulf coast
His efforts are likely to run into problems with the military, the oil industry, and even one of Trump’s prior executive orders.
Ahead of Reggae Rise Up, Jesse Royal plays headlining set in St. Pete
Ichroniq, Akiva, and Badda Skat open.
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ favorite Jewels Sparkles comes to St. Petersburg on Friday
She’s at Cocktail for a screening of the new episode.
