

The City of Tampa is offering free sandbags ahead of Hurricane Dorian
They’ll be at three locations this Thursday, August 29.
With Hurricane Dorian approaching, the internet’s best weatherman delivers dire warning for Florida
Prepare for “big waves that will crash up on Florida.”
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis declares state of emergency ahead of Hurricane Dorian
The storm is on track to hit the state as a Category 3.
Seminole Heights’ Social House will raise money for Humane Society Tampa Bay next Saturday
They’re collecting newspapers, too.
Dorian is now a hurricane, and it’s on track to hit Florida as a Category 3
Hello, Hurricane Dorian.
American Freedom Distillery’s new kitchen opens this December in St. Petersburg
The menu is designed to pair well with bourbon.
Tampa’s Fly Bar & Restaurant will reopen at new location this December
It promises to deliver everything you loved about Fly, only better.
Rapper Goldlink releases new video ahead of Tampa show with Tyler, The Creator
Released today, this is Goldlink’s second video coming off his latest album “Diaspora.”
Steve Martin’s ‘Meteor Shower’ opens at Tampa Jobsite Theater next week
Yes, that Steve Martin.
New Mediterranean restaurant Mio’s Grill & Cafe is now open in St. Pete
It’s even open stupid late for the weekend drunks.
Must Wine Loft is opening in downtown St. Pete this October
The pop-up wine cheese and wine pairing class is getting a brick-and-mortar.
The Publix in downtown Tampa’s Channel district will officially open tomorrow
How many Publix locations can we pack into the downtown area?
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor announces $15 minimum wage for all city employees
Out of the roughly 4,500 city employees, 50 do not make $15 an hour.
Oldsmar’s taco-focused Shaker & Peel opens in Tampa next month
Oh, and there will be plenty of booze, too.
Tampa’s CDB Pizza is closing for good after 45 years
The OG pizza purveyor says goodbye this week.
Florida could step in to save Key deer after Trump administration weakens federal endangered species list
“We are prepared and ready to implement our state rules to ensure there are no gaps in protection…”
Florida will once again try for 100-percent clean energy by 2050
The bill’s short-term goal is to have 40 percent of Florida’s electricity come from renewable energy by 2030.
Tropical Storm Dorian could hit Florida as a Category 2 hurricane by Labor Day, say forecasters
The center of Dorian will pass over the U.S. and British Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico later today.
New fusion and cocktail bar Shibui Asian will postpone Tampa opening until 2020
Fingers crossed its worth the wait.
SeaWorld is once again offering Florida teachers free admission for a whole year
The annual deal has been around since 1998.
Southern fried chicken chain Guthrie’s is opening in Tampa this fall
South of Gandy is the winner, winner.
With Dorian approaching, Gov. Ron DeSantis warns Florida’s East Coast to ‘prepare for impacts’
Forecasters remain uncertain on the track and strength of the hurricane season’s fourth tropical storm.
Little Donut House Tampa is rebranding to Take Three Cafe
Don’t worry, the mini doughnuts aren’t going anywhere.
Disney is building a new ‘seaside adventure camp’ in the Bahamas
Joe Rohde called Disney’s plans for the 751-acre peninsula a “kind of seaside adventure camp.”
Pete Davidson calls UCF students ‘privileged little assholes’ at last night’s show
“That’s why the world is gonna end in 25 years, because you’re all fucking retarded.”
Rocket Fizz soda and candy shop opening in downtown St. Petersburg this October
The third Bay area location opens on the 600 Block.
Florida remains in direct path of Tropical Storm Dorian, which is expected to become a hurricane
The storm could impact parts of Central Florida by Sunday.
Tampa Bay teachers are being absolutely gutted by high rental costs
It’s no wonder Florida has a major teacher shortage.
Gatecreeper and Exhumed bring co-headlining tour to Tampa this fall
Necrot and Judiciary play support in Ybor City.
George Clinton celebrates 50 years of funk at Thursday’s St. Petersburg concert
He’s the mastermind behind Parliament and Funkadelic, you know.
Chicago rapper Cupcakke says she’ll pay her fans at upcoming Tampa concert
She plays Ybor City in October.
Poke Burri sushi coming to Tampa, Channelside’s new sangria bar and more local restaurant openings
Open up for a ton of new concepts.
Dunedin craft cocktail bar Sonder Social Club is filled with surprises like no Wi-Fi and ‘Sonder Milk’
Unplug with Zachary and Christina Feinstein.
Dunedin House of Beer hosts a vegan food truck rally this Saturday
Plant-based bites for all.
Adoptable kitten yoga at MEOW Now comes to St. Petersburg this Saturday
This could be dangerous.
Downtown St. Petersburg ghost tours start this Labor Day weekend
Holy haunted, Batman.
St. Petersburg’s ‘Stranger Things’ season 3 costume and dance party is at The Bends on Friday
Better start binge-watching to avoid spoilers.
Cooters crab fest, and six more seafood festivals coming to Tampa Bay this fall
Grab your bibs, its time to eat.
Florida Democrat’s long-shot bid for special session on guns falls short
House Democrats called for the special session in the wake of mass shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, earlier this month.
University of Florida band director assaulted following victory over Miami
The Miami fans apparently attacked Watkins, slamming his head into concrete after placing him in a chokehold.
Trump administration wants to turn this Central Florida Travel Lodge into an immigrant child detention center
It would open its doors in spring 2020.
Everything we know about Disney World’s upcoming 50th Anniversary celebration
With billions of dollars in new investments across the resort ahead of its 50th Anniversary there will be plenty for guests to experience for the first time.
Disney finally reveals details about its major Epcot overhaul
Goodbye Future World!
Dorian could become hurricane by Tuesday as it approaches Puerto Rico, say forecasters
It’s still too early to know how it will impact Florida.
Fidel Castro’s crocodile bites someone, and more ‘News of the Weird’
Your weekly dose of news cycle oddity.
Tropical Storm Dorian will likely strengthen to a hurricane by Tuesday, says forecasters
It’s still way too far out to determine if Dorian will play any major role in Florida’s weather.
St. Petersburg’s newly-renovated Avid Brew Co. sets official grand opening for October
It’s been open for a year.
Scream queen Samara Weaving plays a gleefully gory game in ‘Ready or Not’
Mark my words: She is this generation’s Jamie Lee Curtis.
St. Petersburg bar The Getaway has closed its second location for good
This may be the first time you’ve even heard of the Marina District bar.
There’s now a 70-percent chance a tropical depression will form off the Florida coast this week
Either way it’s gonna be wet.
‘The Peanut Butter Falcon’ restores faith in humanity, and hopefully forever changes Hollywood
Never once does it allow a disability to define the actor or the film.
St. Petersburg punk band Rutterkin powers through painful love on new anthem, ‘Sanguine’
Endure with the boys at a free show at Bananas this weekend.
Tampa strip club Envy is being sued after parking lot fight resulted in man’s death
Edward Taylor Jr. was killed outside of Envy in January.
Disney’s Epcot is finally getting a ‘Moana’ attraction
You’re welcome.
Golfer keeps playing despite 7-foot gator at Central Florida golf course
“Golfing in Florida is just different…”
Serial killer who terrorized Florida’s gay communities was executed last night
His final meal included three hamburgers, French fries and bacon.
Florida Sen. Rubio calls on FWC to protect Key deer after Trump administration weakens Endangered Species Act
The Florida senator suggested that the Key deer be included in Florida’s imperiled species management plan.
St. Petersburg jazz saxophonist David Mason details ‘Dreams of Yesterday’
His band from Miami is bringing it to life.
Grammy-nominated Tampa jazz man Chuck Owen steps out of comfort zone with ReSurgence concert
It’s his first time at the keys in 20 years.
Italian EBM and darkwave band Ash Code brings first U.S. tour to Tampa’s Crowbar Ybor City
Ortrotasce opens on Wednesday night.
Seattle power-pop band Supercrush headlines St. Petersburg concert on Tuesday
The gig is one of two super shows on August 27.
Supersuckers will play ‘Evil Powers of Rock ‘n’ Roll’ in full for Tampa this Tuesday
Urbane Cowboys open at the Brass Mug.
Jacksonville pop songwriter Rickolus visits Emerald Bar St. Petersburg on Sunday
Lassyu and Lauris Vidal lead the support bill.
Critical Hits’ Victor Alvarez stages solo concert at Green Light Bar in St. Petersburg
The band just released a debut EP.
Tampa songwriter Shawn Kyle brings ‘Mysterious Ybor Fires’ project to Coppertail anniversary
This band is going up in smoke, huh?
Ian Beckles taps Tampa Bay bands for multi-genre single, ‘F.L.A.V.O.R.’
Get a little taste at Pegasus Night Club on Saturday.
Bi-coastal band Toned brings free-improv rock to Tampa’s VFW Post 424 this weekend
Clang! and Meatwound leave for, and return from, tour, too.
Dominican singer Zacarías Ferreíra brings dance party to Tampa on Saturday
He’s headed to the ‘burbs.
Downtown Tampa’s GenX Tavern begins brunch service this weekend
Who wants some drunken Cocoa Puffs?
Tampa post-rock band Oceans Rise adds vocals to great effect on new EP, ‘Heliotropics’
Celebrate the release with a free concert at The Hub.
Tampa producer meetup Beatsnchill celebrates anniversary with D.C. rapper WhoCamille
The event’s first ever cypher happens on Saturday, too.
Sundial St. Petersburg holds paw-some National Dog Day parties on Monday
Yappy times ahead.
Steve Miller and more deliver laughs to Tampa Armature Works during ‘Stand-Up Live’
The show happens on Wednesday.
Market on Florida in Seminole Heights brings Tampa Bay makers to Jug & Bottle
3 Dot Dash will dish the guilt-free food.
Downtown dive bar and Tampa-lifer hangout The Hub will celebrate its 70th anniversary next week
Franklin Street forever.
Tampa’s Amalie Arena hosts Monster Jam twice this Saturday
Stoppie what your doing and go see big trucks.
Proceeds from Pinellas Ale Works’ Saturday punk concert will benefit Tampa Bay’s Friends of Strays
Drink, rock and do good for a furball.
National outdoor retailer REI will open in Midtown Tampa by 2021
They’re hiring 45 employees, too.
New Florida bill would eliminate statute of limitations on reporting sexual offenses involving minors
Similar legislation has been filed this year in the House by Jacksonville Democrat Tracie Davis and Longwood Republican Scott Plakon.
I’m going to miss working with Scott Harrell
Editor’s note.
Here’s what it’s like to take a vacation from Trump
More like Ignored Dissent.
Papadosio, Mystic Grizzly team up for this week’s livetronica concert in St. Pete
Jannus Live plays host.
Robert Frost would’ve voted for Elizabeth Warren
Poet’s Notebook.
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Tampa Bay noise artist Funeral Guy releases ‘Horse Corpse’ cassette at Friday concert
Ask someone where the venue is.
Former Skynyrd drummer and accused sex offender Artimus Pyle plays Largo concert this week
‘I still love to play.’
Tampa songwriter Ari Chi celebrates art raffle anniversary ahead of 21-date U.S. tour
She hits the road with poet Olivia Gatwood next month.
St. Petersburg author Bill DeYoung shares lost music interviews in ‘I Need To Know’
He releases the book on Thursday at Studio@620.
Tampa Bay celebrates being ‘Halfway’ to Beer Week at Sunday’s craft brew festival
‘Halfway There: A Festival of Beer’ features more than 60 local, national and international breweries at Armature Works.
Pinellas Park’s 4th Saturday Art Walk is this weekend
Support local art, and tap into your inner artist.
Tampa’s Salt Shack plants its flag as a quintessential, but upscale, beach bar
Bring the snowbirds, or claim it as your new local hangout.
Stella’s relocated in Gulfport, Armature Works gets new restos and more Tampa Bay foodie news
What’s new, what’s coming and what you need to RSVP for around Tampa Bay.
Jim Barrie on why brewing runs deep at Tampa’s new BarrieHaus Beer Co. in Ybor City
Taste at the lager-specific brewery this Sunday at the ‘Halfway There’ beer fest.
Britt Daniel says Spoon will stick to the hits at Tampa concert with Beck
The band is at the MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre next Thursday.
FMoPA’s new UPA Gallery showcase offers a candid look into souls of Tampa’s best photographers
The show is up through September 30.






