

And yet I could not put it down: Ella: A Stepmum’s Tale
It’s a rare self-published book that gets read in my world, especially one with punctuation problems. But this story kept me riveted.
Guillermo del Toro’s The Shape of Water pays homage to the Creature
There’s no way the resemblance isn’t intentional.
This week’s your last chance to snag small-batch sweets from The Hole Donuts
The popular gourmet doughnut purveyor has announced it will cease operations.
Tonight in live music; Desorden Publico, Gunpowder Gray, King Lil G, Geri X and more
Jeremy Gloff talks U2, too.
The MFA’s portion of Skyway brings a new edge to the museum
Yes, there’s a pipe bomb — but there’s also context.
Sh*t Happened 7/19/17: R. Kelly’s creepiness may have Polk County component, Walmart bought Davenport
Also, teen male virgins are super gullible.
Chicago dogs are $1 at Portillo’s while supplies last
The limited-time offer celebrates Wednesday as National Hot Dog Day.
One mile at a time: Riding the Pinellas Trail
Our amateur athlete celebrates the anniversary of her first triathlon with a long solo bike ride.
As tide turns on Tampa Confederate monument, activists offer one last impassioned plea
On the eve of the Wednesday hearing on the controversial monument, calls for its removal appear to be working.
Ever heard of a booking service for culinary experiences called Cozymeal?
Well, as of Tuesday, it’s hit the Bay area.
10 things that make The Blueberry Patch a psychedelic experience
It’s like looking out from inside a Christmas tree.
The new Doctor Who has a vagina. Let’s all get past it, shall we?
Apparently being a female is worse than being an alien. This is news to no woman anywhere.
It’s a small world: Take a trip to France in your own neck of the woods
I did, thanks to Tierra Verde-based Cordon Bleu.
Ahead of second vote on its removal, local leaders stand against Tampa’s Confederate monument
A vote is likely Wednesday, but a key commissioner will be out of town.
Tonight in live music; Phantogram and Tycho sell out Jannus, Styx and REO Speedwagon rock the old Gary amp
Seriously, do not miss Tycho tonight.
Sh*t Happened 7/18/17: Sinkhole updates, Scott talked about no Zika so we’ll probably get some Zika
Why ya gotta say something about it?
Five Courses: Stein & Vine now serving up food to Coppertail patrons and more
Ybor City’s Coppertail Brewing Co. has unveiled its kitchen, plus other food and drink news.
Activists gather to protest controversial NRA ad in downtown Tampa
“What they had for the last eight years was a black body in the White House, and they could scare everybody into believing that Obama was coming for their guns. They don’t have that anymore.”
There’s creativity in numbers
Creatives Exchange comes to HCC Ybor with their latest group show, 13 on the 13th.
Sex With Strangers: If only it were
An unremarkable love story for the digital age.
Barley Mow owners developing new local beer label Sea Drift
Premiering later this summer, Sea Drift Ales & Lagers reflects the Gulf Coast lifestyle.
Vito Sheeley, former aide to Kathy Castor, announces run for Wengay Newton’s State House seat
The race for this gerrymandered blue district will likely be settled in the primary.
Now, that’s a Good ‘Burger
The Good ‘Burger Awards will serve up recognition to St. Pete’s best in August.
Today in rock history; ‘All You Need is Love’ goes no.1, Coltrane passes, Bob Marley plays London and more
Billie died, too, so we’re in a sentimental mood.
Tonight in live music; Shawn Brown plays Ruby’s Elixir in St. Pete
He’s a Baltimore boy who fell in love with the Bay.
Sh*t Happened 7/17/17: Land O’ Lakes sinkhole, Oldsmar neighborhood not so charitable, RIP Martin Landau & George Romero
Also, “Aaron’s Party” had to be canceled.
Spiritual Shenanigans: The American Dream, Hindu style
A look at the Hindu Temple of Florida: A traditional Hindu temple tucked away in Tampa offers guidance and community to Tampa Bay’s growing Hindu community.
Adventures in Weekending: 10 things on Fort DeSoto this weekend
Sure, you can go to the beach — but it’s more fun to explore.
Healing my heel: Adventures in physical therapy
An injured triathlete takes a step back to rest and recover.
Turns out, Jeff Vinik was one of the secret Times investors the whole time
The Tampa Bay Lightning owner issued a statement Friday admitting to his role in helping the Tampa Bay Times refinance a large loan.
Arlo: Balm for the liberal soul
He reminds audiences that his dad was right: This land is, indeed our land.
Today in rock history; Ministry gets experimental, Woody Guthrie is born and The Beatles’ first incarnation makes a record
Elvis Costello and the Attractions made its live debut, too.
Kriseman: minor sewage spill due to maintenance on equipment, “no comparison” to the big spills
The 50,000-gallon overflow happened because some equipment was taken offline for repairs.
Tonight in live music; Radon, Circle K, Maren Morris, Busdriver lead Friday’s concert lineup
Plus Elizabeth A. Baker new works, Flamingo Nosebleed and more.
How to watch Il Ritorno kill it in the James Beard House kitchen
All you need is Wi-Fi.
Sh*t Happened 7/14/17: Another St. Pete sewage incident, Waffle House robbery a thing, Florida Teacher of the Year named
Why is Waffle House robbery a thing?
Weekend Platter: War of the Wings, summertime pub crawl and more
Five weekend food and drink happenings to keep you full and hydrated.
Barely there: A Ghost Story
A study in emptiness.
Thursday’s St. Pete mayoral debate was bananas, but not as bananas as the last one
Pastor Clarence laid down the law.
Blessings: Is Chance the Rapper about to be SoundCloud’s savior?
Someone get this guy a cape.
Three reasons your kids will love The Little Mermaid at the Straz
This mother-daughter duo — who have never seen the movie — loved The Little Mermaid at the Straz.
Poet’s Notebook: Here and there
A long-awaited return to Switzerland inspires cultural contrasts.
Sh*t Happened 7/13/17: Fugitive obvs never watched COPS, Cookie Monster’s stash not cookies but blow
Dispatches from a world without innocence.
The Delta Troubadours talk healthy doubt, name changes and share new single “Stone Thrasher” before Ybor City show — listen
The Gainesville outfit plays New World Brewery on July 13.
The Music Issue: What came before
With changes afoot, a long look back at Tampa music.
Lending credibility: Will the Times’s mystery investors be a problem for its political coverage?
When the Tampa Bay Times published CEO Paul Tash’s column announcing that eight investors, including himself and his wife Karyn, had joined forces on a $12 million loan to help the company refinance its debt, some observers were aghast at Tash’s willingness to keep four of the eight benefactors anonymous. After all, Tash himself noted…
Music Issue: Tampa designer Chris Preston shares his Tampa Bay music stories, discusses 2017 cover
Which spots does he miss the most?
Music Issue: Hip-hop high points — they made it happen for the Bay
Kenny K, Uncle Shredded Wheat, Khia, The Villainz and more
Music Issue: DJ Sandman’s life was hip-hop, and now he’s a hometown hero
“I love Tampa, it made me who I am. I’m down to do this and live here forever.”
Music Issue: Edwin Velez opened his doors to misfits galore
The co-founder of Blue Chair Music on his role in local mid-’90s counterculture.
Music Issue: The long goodbye — what we’ll miss about New World’s Ybor oasis
The idea of permanence is truly a pipe dream.
Music Issue: Paving the way — Kim Dicce lived her dream and opened the door to a rock revolution
This promoter held her own in a male-dominated field.
Music Issue: Where the music played — historic Tampa Bay venues
These are all gone.
Music Issue: Manny Kool on spreading the word and the heard
He’s more than lived up to his name.
Music Issue: Legendary moments — remembering when in Tampa Bay music
Green Day on Franklin St., Butthole Surfers in Clearwater and more.
Music Issue: Where the records were, and still are, in Tampa Bay
From Asylum to Microgroove, these are shops that defined the Bay area
Running for Brews: Good to the last drop
Our amateur athlete tries out a social running group.
Which local restaurants took home Wine Spectator awards this year?
There are more than 30 of ’em.
Karl Nurse endorses in crowded race to fill his council seat
And it’s not who you think…or maybe it is.
On the Sauce: Historic Sauce — Daiquiri (with video)
Far from frozen, the OG doesn’t require a blender, or a handful of fruit to mask mediocre rum.
Hop on over: The Fat Rabbit is Tampa Palms’ answer to a refined American pub
The new neighborhood watering hole’s doors open Saturday.
I visited an American bakery in Paris
In the heart of France’s capital, a Florida State alum specializes in the sweets she grew up with.






