

There’s no smoking allowed when Pink Floyd’s music gets set to lasers in St. Pete
‘The Wall’ and ‘Dark Side’ both get laser-fied twice at Mahaffey.
Newark rock duo The NewArkansans wraps Tampa Bay mini-tour with free Seminole Heights concert this Friday
Grab a reservation for Ella’s if you want in.
Marbs brings Burning Man vibes to Friday night set in Ybor City
The techno DJ is at The Attic above Rock Brothers.
Jazz trio La Lucha gets company for Friday night stream taped at Palladium Theater in St. Petersburg
James Suggs joins on sax and Ken Peplowski plays clarinet.
Heartless Bastards’ Erika Wennerstrom plays solo concert in Safety Harbor on Friday
We last saw her open for Drive-By Truckers at Jannus.
Florida Democrat says ‘closing any prison in a fiscally constrained county will be catastrophic’
The Senate is easing back on a plan to shutter and demolish four state prisons.
DJ Santana does an old-school ‘ElectroRoll’ skating party in Tampa on Friday
You have to wear your mask.
New York house DJ Dennis Ferrer plays free Jask birthday concert in South Tampa
It’s been a couple years since Ferrer was in town.
Tampa Karaoke VIP lounge hosts underground bass EDM show on Friday
Wonk on at TK Lounge with Bankaji and friends.
Florida lawmakers pass Republican bill calling for ‘intellectual diversity’ survey at universities
The legislation comes as conservatives complain about a so-called liberal indoctrination of students.
Tampa’s Gasparilla Music Festival will trade weekend passes for gently used musical instruments
Its first Recycled Tunes pop-up of the 2021 season happens next weekend in Riverview.
Main Course restaurant and lounge opens this weekend at the old Roux in South Tampa
It’s the third iteration of the veteran-owned concept.
Outback Steakhouse’s Aussie Grill opens fourth standalone location in Brandon
A portion of proceeds were donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay.
Natural wine bar and tapas restaurant Bayou Bodega opens this month on Davis Island
Expect a mix of Latin/Caribbean and New Orleans flavors.
Joe Bonamassa drops jaws with super trio at Clearwater’s Ruth Eckerd Hall
If you ask JoeBo the purpose of one of his solos, you, my friend, are at the wrong concert.
Southside Fresh Market soft opens, providing fresh and locally-sourced food to south St. Pete
The weekly market is held every Sunday.
Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz shares document accusing him of taking part in ‘orgy of underage prostitutes’
A strange attempt to clear his name, indeed.
Eric Church announces 2022 concert at Tampa’s Amalie Arena
The pro-vaxx country superstar booked a show for March.
Bill that would give the governor or Legislature power to invalidate local emergency orders is ready for the Florida Senate
Sen. Manny Diaz Jr. wants to keep people from being deprived of their ‘constitutional right of fundamental liberty.’
DeSantis’ supposed ‘anti-riot’ bill headed to Florida Senate on Friday
The Republican-controlled House passed the bill March 26 in a party-line vote.
Report says Matt Gaetz once strongly opposed a law that would have made ‘revenge porn’ illegal
Keeping tabs on what’s criminal and what’s just skeevy can be tough sledding, so we’ll say this for the latest news: it’s not against the law, it’s just gross.
Florida appeals court sides with police union, saying officers can shield identities under ‘Marsy’s Law’
The lawsuit was the first major test of whether Marsy’s Law conflicts with a decades-old government-in-the-sunshine amendment that enshrined in the Florida Constitution some of the nation’s broadest public-records laws.
Florida anti-transgender sports bill clears committee, heads to House floor on Tuesday
Under the bill, a health care provider would verify the student’s gender by completing a sports physical examination.
17 juveniles among those being held at Manatee County jail inside the Piney Point evacuation zone
Some prisoners say cells are now being doubled up, from the regular four inmates per cell to seven or eight.
Tampa Bay songwriters head to Safety Harbor for John Prine tribute on April 7
The no-cover concert happens at Crooked Thumb Brewery.
Florida Senate to consider spending $200 million to clean up and close stacks at Manatee County’s disastrous Piney Point
But money might come from the state’s share of the American Rescue Plan, a new federal stimulus package.
New vegan cinnamon bun bakery Cinnaholic coming to South Tampa
There’s vegan edible cookie dough, too
After accident, nonprofit 360 Eats launches fundraiser for new delivery van
‘This has left us without a reliable vehicle with the capacity to haul the hundreds of pounds of rescued food and meals we move on a weekly basis.’
Orlando’s Foxtail Coffee Co. expanding to St. Petersburg, with eyes on more Tampa Bay locations
The shop already has 19 stores in the City Beautiful.
Activists want specifics as officials say prisoners still being held within Piney Point evacuation zone are safe
Four groups will hold a joint protest in Palmetto on Tuesday.
From St. Pete to Tampa and beyond, here are five safe-ish things to do this weekend
There’s even an event in Arcadia and one that’s online only.
Another ride to honor late Tampa bike man Joe Haskins happens this weekend
It takes off Sunday from Haskins’ Tampa Heights shop at 11 a.m.
Tampa Bay Jewish Film Festival opens 25th year with Sunday drive-in
The festivities run through April 25.
Senate proposal would exempt police and firefighter unions from controversial dues requirements
The bill would continue to apply to unions that have long been major supporters of Democratic political candidates.
Florida House budget bill could eliminate small, rural virtual schools and leave many parents with one option, or no option at all
In most counties, the sole option would be Florida Virtual School.
Under proposed Florida bill, social media companies that remove political candidates could face $100K daily fines
DeSantis and other Republican leaders have made the issue a priority after decisions by Twitter and Facebook to block former President Donald Trump.
Remodeled, reimagined Corner Club cafe and bar is now open in Seminole Heights
The original dive bar closed in October.
Bento Asian Kitchen is opening this month at Tampa Heights’ Armature Works
It’s taking over the old Ichicoro Imoto stall.
Florida’s proposed ‘anti-riot’ bill could burden taxpayers and exacerbate prison system, says new study
The potential law’s fiscal impacts could have far-reaching implications.
Florida Gov. DeSantis signs executive order banning ‘vaccine passports’
The order added that “it is necessary to protect the fundamental rights and privacies of Floridians and the free flow of commerce within the state.”
St. Pete’s Museum of Fine Arts unveils exhibition schedule for 2021
Its first exhibit starts April 10.
Tampa International Airport now delivering food to passengers waiting for flights
Can’t get alcohol though.
Saturday’s ‘Vibe With the Village’ concert benefits low-income and in-crisis Tampa schoolchildren
It happens at Karib near the University neighborhood.
Matt Gaetz allegedly showed nude photos of women he claimed to have slept with to lawmakers
Gaetz, for his part, denied the allegations through his office.
Florida House passes controversial “Parents’ Bill of Rights’ proposal
Rep. Anna Eskamani, D-Orlando, said she has heard concerns from constituents about the possibility of LGBTQ youths being “outed” to their parents.
Florida Republicans moving forward with bill to punish ‘Big Tech’
DeSantis and other Republican leaders have made the issue a priority after decisions by Twitter and Facebook to block former President Donald Trump.
Clearwater Jazz Holiday 2021 is on for October and staging ‘Wanderlust’ concerts right now
The series runs until the Jazz Holiday gets here.
St. Petersburg Arts Alliance wants to give a local artist $5,000
The deadline to apply for the Rolston grant is April 16.
You can start taking dates to Tampa’s new ‘Burnz’ restaurant on April 20
Just don’t try to visit the wine cellar or dessert room.
Tampa artist Whirlynn releases ‘Yákakeitiwa,’ a synth-pop album about decolonization
Vanessa Garcia-Cuevas’ reconnection with her Indigenous Arawak-Taíno heritage, and subsequent journey to decolonize herself, is on full display.
Savage Love: Masturbating to images of other folks isn’t cheating
And what’s the right time to wait before having sex with someone anyway?
Danish DJ Morten headlines limited-capacity EDM concert in Ybor City this weekend
There’s no cover at The Ritz Ybor, until 11 p.m.
Yankees legend Bernie Williams opens for St. Pete saxophonist Mindi Abair in Clearwater on Saturday
The limited-capacity show happens at the Bilheimer Cap.
James Suggs kicks off weekend of free jazz at Indie Tampa this Saturday
Katara Trio plays on Sunday.
Ayo Mama part of Friday ‘hip-hop explored’ concert in Ybor City
Only 100 tickets will be sold for the Crowbar show.
Orlando rock and soul outfit G.W. Souther plays free concert in Seminole Heights on Friday
You probably want a reservation at Ella’s though.
St. Pete’s Independent Bar hosts a free New Orleans-style swing and jazz concert on Friday
Boho Slideshow plays the patio, and you better bring a mask.
Bite-Size brings pandemic-inspired single ‘Nothing Day’ to free Tampa concert on Friday
Chris Lunceford opens for New Brutarians at New World Brewery.
Pinellas County Property Appraiser Mike Twitty’s band is playing Ferg’s big ‘Spring Break of Rock’ concert on Friday
Everclear and Fastball are on the bill, too, but we all know who the real star is.
Rock the Park Tampa returns to downtown for another free outdoor concert
P.M. Tiger and the New Rulers anchor the April 1 lineup.
Ybor City vaccination pop-up is distributing 250 Pfizer doses, daily, for the next 10 days
And the nearby Children’s Board has shots, too.
Florida Gov. DeSantis wants to give teachers and principals a $1,000 bonus
The bonuses would be in addition to $550 million for teacher pay raises DeSantis included in his budget proposal for the 2021-2022 fiscal year.
Don’t worry that great white shark is only 30 miles off the Tampa Bay coastline
Ocearch said it first tagged the 11-foot, 8-inch fish last year off the coast of Nova Scotia
Seminole Heights’ Health Mutt will open new store and brewery on Florida Avenue
Kendra and Mike Conze expect their projects to be ready before 2022.
Nonprofit Artspace looking to develop live-work concept for Tampa artists
But first it needs them to complete a survey by May 6.
Lingr opening soon in St. Pete, new pizza near downtown Tampa, plus more local foodie news
Also, would you take $100 to get vaccinated?
Tampa man gets glowing intro from Obama during ACA anniversary webinar
‘He was part of that crew of incredible young organizers who helped me win Iowa and got me over the top.’
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says marijuana may be too strong
Changes loom for medical marijuana if THC caps pass.
Florida wants to get rid of anonymous neighborhood code snitches
The House measure next will go to the State Affairs Committee.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay adds Kool and The Gang, En Vogue and more to Food & Wine Festival lineup
Be sure to wear a mask when singing “Never ever gonna get it.”
St. Petersburg’s Liquid Pennies release fiery and elemental new LP ‘Distant Dawn’
The four-movement record is out on March 26.
‘Nobody’ is the best stand-alone action film to be released since ‘John Wick 3’
Trust us, you will believe Bob Odenkirk is a natural born killer, and he delivers the blistering, bloody blast of action that everybody deserves right now.
Swastika, and other Nazi symbols spray-painted over SHINE mural at Rays Tunnel in St. Pete
“As of now, it’s being investigated as criminal mischief, unless we receive more information.”
WWE Thunderdome moving from Tropicana Field to Tampa’s Yuengling Center
Fans still aren’t allowed in-person.
Whimzeyland, one of Tampa Bay’s most memorable homes, now offers public tours for fans of folk art
The house has been featured on many television series, including HGTV’s Extreme Homes and Facebook’s Most Incredible Homes.
Joe Haskins, Tampa champion of working class bicycle riders, has died at age 79
He’ll be remembered with a memorial ride to his wake on Sunday.






