

Matt Gaetz, Florida’s dumbest congressman, wears gas mask to coronavirus vote
Oh hey, coronavirus is funny now.
Believe it or not, but the Tampa Bay Vipers might actually be good
Vipers take on the Wildcats this Sunday; could this be the beginning of a Vipers winning streak?
Metal band Soot plays downtown St. Pete’s Emerald Bar
First Friday and sludge-metal collide.
Kenny G plays smooth jazz hits for Clearwater this week
Remember when he played a Delta plane from Tampa to L.A.?
USF Tampa’s feminist ‘Founding Mothers’ exhibit opens on Friday
It ‘encourages attendees to think critically about evolving family narratives and womyn’s place in society.’
Colbert’s favorite nü-metal band, Flaw, plays Tampa this week
Vocalist Chris Volz is the only constant member.
Tone Loc headlines a downtown Tampa charity spin class this Friday
But you’ll have to stand outside the venue to do the “Wild Thing.”
Martin Lawrence set to get Tampa ‘Lit AF’ next week at Yuengling Center
The ‘Bad Boy’ has some company, too.
Tampa Bay Beer Week wraps next week with charity brewery concert
Some bands are actually good, and some of them are… better when you’re five beers deep.
Datz wants you to eat this dummy thicc one-pound meatball filled with spaghetti
Talk about the meat sweats.
Scientology critic Leah Remini endorses Clearwater City Council candidate Mark Bunker
Bunker is campaigning against Michael Manino, Bruce Rector, Eliseo Santana and Lina Teixeira.
Kava chain Steep Station opens new location in Largo
There’s a grand opening party on March 27.
Publix launches new clothing line for infants and toddlers
Gotta lace the entire family up in Pub sub gear.
Odessa’s Three Brothers New York Pizza expands to Palm Harbor
No more day trips to Odessa for a slice.
New rooftop bar, Vantage, opens at Clearwater’s Karol Hotel this weekend
Dishing out cocktails and prized views of downtown Tampa.
St. Pete’s McArthur’s Irish Pub is now open in the former Babalu location
McArthur’s shifts into soft opening mode today.
As 3rd coronavirus emerges in Florida, lawmakers consider spending more state money
“I think initially we’re talking about $10 (million) to $20 million,” Galvano said. “Until we really know what we’re looking at, the number is still in play.”
St. Pete Beach’s new Fresh Factory will celebrate grand opening this month
Not to be confused with Fresh Kitchen.
St. Pete’s newest seafood joint Hot Crab is now open at the old Yaya’s chicken
Get your bibs ready, because it will get messy.
Smoke and Barrel is Clearwater’s newest casual steakhouse
Its “ambiance and atmosphere will stimulate your inner cowboy.”
Dr. BBQ’s Ray Lampe is no longer a spokesman for the Big Green Egg
The culinary influencer has decided to part ways with the popular grill brand.
‘Guns Akimbo’ is a big, ballsy instant cult classic
The movie never pumps the brakes once it takes off.
Orlando Sentinel’s parent company refuses to recognize employee union, forcing election
“It’s interesting because we came in with nearly 80 percent support.”
Amid coronavirus concerns, AARP urges Florida to take precautions at nursing homes
A World Health Organization report indicates that death rates from the virus for people age 80 or older could be 10 times higher than the overall population.
Proposal would impose stiffer penalties for bear poaching and shark ‘finning’ in Florida
The committee also backed proposals that would expand the use of drones to help fight invasive species.
Florida lawmakers aim to regulate e-bikes similar to regular bicycles
Under the proposal, “E-bikes are authorized to operate where bicycles are allowed.”
The reward for info on Florida’s recent dolphin murders is now up to $54K
Back in February, the reward was $20,000.
The 15th annual Taste of South Tampa returns this month
What does South Tampa taste like, anyway?
Despite two coronavirus cases in Tampa Bay, Gov. DeSantis says the risk is ‘low’ in Florida
He also says the state is anticipating more cases in the future.
Seminole Heights’ new Harvest Bowl restaurant hosts its grand opening this month
Enjoy 10% off all food offerings, free raffles, and giveaways.
It really looks like St. Petersburg’s Hofbräuhaus might be closed for good
Hofbräuhaus has gone off the grid on social media.
Eugene Levy and Catherine O’Hara are bringing ‘Schitt’s Creek’ to St. Pete this summer
Tickets to see cast members at Mahaffey go on sale Friday, March 6.
Despite abysmal attendance, the Tampa Bay Vipers finally got a win
Everything goes Vipers’ way on the way to a 25-0 victory over D.C. Defenders.
New Mexican restaurant Xochitl opens this week in Tampa Heights
Right across from Amature Works.
Florida’s first cases of coronavirus were found in Tampa Bay
DeSantis issued an executive order directing state Surgeon General Scott Rivkees to declare a public health emergency.
St. Pete’s Sunshine Kitty Catfe is opening this month, and they’re hiring
Are you qualified?
ZooTampa’s ZooBrews party offers unique animal encounters for a good cause
It goes down this Saturday.
Paint your pet and help raise funds for the Humane Society of Tampa Bay next week
Tampa Art Party will show you how.
Florida police department offers to test your drugs for coronavirus
“Bring it by our station and we will test your batch within minutes!”
Tampa’s Rock the Park concert series moves to Water Works Park next month
Blame it on Gasparilla Music Festival.
Florida Hard Seltzer Fest returns to St. Petersburg’s 3 Daughters Brewing this spring
Tickets start at $45.
Brandon’s Forge Irish Pub celebrates their one year anniversary with green beer, mimosas and shots
Pre-St. Patrick’s Day celebrations going down March 8.
South Tampa’s Deck Pizza returns, a double dose of Jeni’s ice cream and more local foodie news
Some sad closings, too.
Gov. DeSantis won’t say if any Floridians have been tested for coronavirus
DeSantis stressed that no one in Florida has tested positive for the coronavirus, which began in China and is known as COVID-19.
Amid coronavirus concerns, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor reminds you to wash your hands
She gave that message and others at a Thursday press conference about coronavirus, or COVID-19.
Argentinian garage-rocker Tall Juan plays ‘Cumbia’ at free St. Pete show
Fever Beam opens at The Bends before heading to St. Petersburg.
Gladys Knight, the ‘Empress of Soul,’ returns to Tampa Bay
She’s at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater.
Steep Canyon Rangers stage charity meet and greet in Safety Harbor
The fellas headline Ruth Eckerd Hall.
Lobo Marino principals bring new Høly River project to free Dunedin concert
You can also catch the band at a house concert on Wednesday.
That 1 Guy brings his ‘Buttmachine’ to Tampa this weekend
That’s the name of the song, not an actual machine.
Florida Orchestra’s brass quintet plays Sunday concert at St. Pete’s Woodson museum
This early show starts at 1 p.m.
Sarasota drummer Thomas Carabasi brings his jazz-samba quintet to Tampa on Sunday
They’ll play classics of samba and bossa nova, as well as deep Brazilian jazz cuts.
Tampa Bay EDM fans can choose between two pool party concerts on Sunday
Cheat Codes is in Tampa, and W&W plays Shephard’s.
Classic-rock favorite REO Speedwagon brings massive hits to Clearwater on Sunday
Don’t fight the feeling, and head to Ruth Eckerd Hall.
Poisonville Songs Project brings acoustic pop-punk and indie-rock to St. Petersburg’s Comfort Inn
Saturday’s gig, like every Poisonville show, is free and all ages
Ybor’s Red Star Rock Bar hosts a rock-filled Leap Year show this Saturday
Gino & The Goons, Kevin K. Band and The New Brutarians play.
The ‘Vagina Forward’ all-woman art show is happening in Tampa Heights this weekend
Of course, it’s Shuffle playing host.
Tampa Bay scene favorite Forrest Hoffar turns 40 with Ybor City birthday concert
He’s celebrating on Saturday at The Attic.
WMNF Tampa’s 15th ‘Rockabilly Ruckus’ happens this weekend at Skipper’s Smokehouse
Big Sandy and His Fly-Rite Boys headline along with Sarah Borges.
Tour de Pizza’s flagship St. Pete location has closed due to rising rent
Tour de Pizza’s flagship St. Pete location closed due to rising rent
Tampa Bay staples land on OpenTable’s ‘Best Restaurants for Brunch’
Mimosas on deck.
‘The Invisible Man’ taps real-world horror and will scare the shit out of you
But it should come with a trigger warning.
St. Petersburg rapper Rod Wave wraps 22-date U.S. tour at Jannus Live this spring
‘He’s not making generic, cookie cutter music to fit in on the radio.’
The new Publix in Tampa’s Westshore district is now open
The sub line during the workday lunch hour will be a nightmare.
The Tampa Bay Vipers are undeniably bad, but they’re still fun to watch
The team takes on the D.C. Defenders this Sunday at Raymond James Stadium.
Boozy dessert joint Beans & Barlour is opening a new location at Tropicana Field
Just in time for baseball season.
New downtown St. Pete Wine bar and literary hub Book + Bottle opens
It’s set to host all types of community-focused events.
Jacksonville rock band Friendly Fire plays free concert in St. Petersburg this week
Nervous Girls and Broken Things support at The Bends.
Atlanta rock quartet Microwave brings ‘Death’ to Tampa
An emo-tastic bill opens at Crowbar in Ybor City.
Lucero returns to Tampa Bay this week for a headlining set at Jannus Live
Jade Jackson opens the show.
Palomino Blond brings South Florida rock and roll to Hooch and Hive
Fake Nudes and House of I play support.
New Tampa Bay rock trio Trust Bucket releases ‘Uh Oh’ LP at Mojo Books this Friday
Fans of Plumtree, Pogoh and Girlpool take note.
Iconic urbano music duo Zion & Lennox bringing US tour to Tampa this summer
Tickets to see the boys at Amalie Arena go on sale Friday, Feb. 28.
Santana and Earth, Wind and Fire are coming to Tampa this summer
The only other Florida stop will be in West Palm Beach on August 28.
A train is now the biggest asshole in South Tampa
Blame it on the train, says City of Tampa
Three Tampa Bay beaches ranked among TripAdvisor’s best in America
In total, seven Florida beaches made the cut.
In ‘Naked Came the Florida Man,’ Tim Dorsey woos us back to the Serge A. Storms fan club
If college classes had Serge teaching Florida history, we’d have a lot more history majors.
Tampa’s Gasparilla International Film Festival releases 2020 lineup
CL Tampa Bay’s Gasparilla Arts Month guide.
Gasparilla International Film Festival is the tip of the iceberg in Tampa Bay’s film scene
CL Tampa Bay’s Gasparilla Arts Month guide.
Tampa Bay’s ‘Project G.O.A.T.’ fights human trafficking
CL Tampa Bay’s Gasparilla Arts Month guide.
Macy Higgins and her uttered goat debut at Tampa’s Gasparilla Festival of the Arts
CL Tampa Bay’s Gasparilla Arts Month guide.
Panoramic views and cocktails makes new Tampa rooftop bar Rox a must-visit
The food’s pretty damn good, too.
Tampa filmmaker Maurice Jovan looks for laughs and commercial success with ‘W.D.E.D. Dead in the Morning’
The local radio personality admits he was conflicted about making a comedy instead of a straight horror movie.
Deck Pizza returns to South Tampa this Friday
Bar Hwrd owners have revived it after four years of closure.
Savage Love: What to do if you have a blowjob stigma and more sex advice
Oh, and what to do if you aren’t loving the beard craze.
Castor, Kriseman talk Rays, affordable housing and more at Tampa forum
Oh, and no way we’re getting the Orlando Magic here.
A new Caddy’s coming to St. Pete Beach, a Trump-themed coffee shop in Largo and more Tampa Bay foodie news
Oh, and a Big Green Egg festival.






