President Donald J. Trump standing at a podium and smiling during a speech at Verst Logistics Manufacturing in Hebron, Kentucky, on March 11, 2026. He wears a dark suit and a purple tie, with an industrial warehouse setting visible in the background.

Donald Trump will reportedly be in Tampa for the Bucs-Steelers game this weekend

The 80-year-old has been blamed for teams losing due to communication interruptions from his secret service.

by Colin Wolf October 13, 2026October 14, 2026

UPDATE: White House officials and CNN have since reported that Trump’s trip to Tampa has been called off. President Donald Trump, who recently stated the NFL should change its name so that soccer is the only sport that uses a “football,” is headed to Raymond James Stadium for this Sunday’s matchup between the Tampa Bay […]

A satellite image of Hurricane Isaias moving through the Gulf of Mexico on Oct. 8, 2026.

News & Views

Isaias strengthens to Category 1 hurricane, expected to hit Florida this Friday

Isaias is currently on path to make landfall late Friday or early Saturday along a stretch of area from Mississippi to Florida’s Panhandle.

by Colin Wolf October 8, 2026October 8, 2026

A promotional portrait photograph showing pitmaster Ray Lampe, aka Dr. BBQ, c. 2017. Captured in a medium close-up shot, Ray Lampe smiles directly at the camera with framed eyeglasses, white hair, and a full white beard. He wears a black short-sleeved chef jacket featuring a colorful flame-patterned collar, set against a red and black graphic wall backdrop.

Food & Drink

New restaurant from Food Network star Ray Lampe coming to Clearwater Beach

No exact opening date was announced, but Squiki Tiki hopes to debut sometime in December.

by Colin Wolf October 7, 2026October 7, 2026

Food & Drink

V Modern Italian, led by Michelin-starred chef, opens in North Hyde Park

V Modern Italian will officially start taking reservations this Thursday, Oct. 8.

by Colin Wolf October 7, 2026October 7, 2026

A satellite image of Tropical storm Isaias in the Gulf of Mexico

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Tropical Storm Isaias forms in the Gulf, expected to strengthen to hurricane and impact Florida, say officials

Hurricane watches will likely be issued later Wednesday for portions of the Gulf Coast

by Colin Wolf October 7, 2026October 7, 2026

Former NFL head coach Tony Dungy speaking at a table during the AIA 2017 Bart Starr Award Super Bowl Breakfast in Houston, Texas.

News & Views

Tony Dungy to speak at Tampa’s controversial Life Surge seminar, which was recently accused of scamming attendees

Last weekend, former NFL quarterback and Heisman winner Tim Tebow announced he is “pausing” his relationship with the organization.

by Colin Wolf September 29, 2026September 29, 2026

Food & Drink

Here are renderings of Matilde, a new Mexican steakhouse coming to downtown Tampa

Named after co-founder Andrew Wright’s Colombian grandmother, Matilde will be the company’s fifth concept.

by Colin Wolf September 28, 2026September 28, 2026

Openings & Closings

Pete’s Bagels will move into former Good Intentions space in St. Pete

‘We need something that allows us to grow over the next decade and allows us to be the true community hub that we want to be.’

by Colin Wolf September 28, 2026September 28, 2026

Mosquito Control Helicopter Flying Over Wetlands in Tampa, Florida

News & Views

Hillsborough County declares state of emergency over dengue fever

The order takes effect immediately and lasts for seven days unless it is rescinded or extended.

by Colin Wolf September 24, 2026September 25, 2026

Sports & Recreation

The Tampa Edition will soon debut an Ammortal Chamber

Goop loves it.

by Colin Wolf September 24, 2026September 24, 2026

News & Views

Florida home from Netflix series ‘Bloodline’ is now for sale

“Bloodline” debuted in 2015 and featured the Keys prominently, with film locations across Islamorada, Key Largo, Long Key and other spots.

by Colin Wolf September 23, 2026September 25, 2026

Alt-text options based on detail level: Concise: A crispy fried fish fillet topped with fresh corn, tomato, and red onion salsa.

Food & Drink

Taco Dirty’s Riverview location is now permanently closed

“We spent millions of dollars to open that restaurant and try to keep it open.”

by Colin Wolf September 18, 2026September 18, 2026

Music

Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium will host Ken Chesney, an artist who won’t get all political on us

“I’ve never saw it to be my place to use my stage or platform, no matter where I’m playing.”

by Colin Wolf September 16, 2026September 16, 2026

Exterior view of La La's Sangria Bar featuring yellow patio umbrellas and vibrant yellow and blue architecture.

Food & Drink

Tampa’s La La’s Sangria Bar closes in Channelside District

‘This isn’t goodbye to the friendships and memories we’ve built – just goodbye to these doors.’

by Colin Wolf September 15, 2026September 18, 2026

Food & Drink

Safety Harbor’s The Tides Market listed among ‘America’s Best Restaurants’ by New York Times

The Tides is no stranger to praise.

by Colin Wolf September 15, 2026September 22, 2026

News & Views

Tampa’s historic Maas house is now for sale on Bayshore Boulevard

The home was designed by architect Franklin O. Adams, ‘one of the city’s best and most prolific architects of the 20th century.’

by Colin Wolf September 15, 2026September 15, 2026

News & Views

Former Tampa Bay Lightning star Alex Killorn is selling his Davis Islands home

Now you can start your own ‘Dock Talk’ podcast.

by Colin Wolf September 14, 2026September 15, 2026

News & Views

Macklemore removed from Tampa show with Ed Sheeran following ‘Free Palestine’ statements

The Seattle-based rapper was supposed to appear at 10 more venues, including the tour’s final stop on Nov. 7 at Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium.

by Colin Wolf September 14, 2026September 14, 2026

A wide interior photograph showing Florida State Representative Angie Nixon posing with supporters during a campaign event in St. Petersburg, Florida, on July 8, 2026. Positioned center-left, Nixon stands in a sleeveless red dress holding a bright pink campaign sign with white lettering reading "ANGIE NIXON FOR U.S. SENATE." She is flanked by three supporters smiling together, including a person in a white-and-grey striped shirt giving a peace sign on her right, and two supporters in black graphic shirts and blue jeans on her left. In the foreground, a person viewed from behind in an olive green t-shirt holds up a smartphone to photograph the group, set against a brightly lit indoor office space with a dropped ceiling and wood-plank flooring.

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There are ‘$10 million reasons’ not to vote for Ashley Moody, says Angie Nixon

Speaking at the Bethel Community Baptist Church in South St. Petersburg Tuesday night, Nixon said “two scammers” represent Florida in the U.S. Senate.

by Colin Wolf, Mitch Perry and Florida Phoenix September 10, 2026September 10, 2026