Packaging-free, zero-waste grocery store to open this year (video)
Concept to reduce food waste and keep packaging out of landfills.
Priorities USA tries to match Karl Rove’s GPS Crossroads with new ad in Florida
On Tuesday we reported on the new political ad showing on cable news channels in Florida and a host of other battleground states blasting President Obama and being funded by Crossroads GPS, one of Karl Rove's big PACS that he's working on to try defeat Democrats in 2012. Now a liberal group supporting the president…
The Gaily News: SuperGay, lesbian finalists on The Voice
A Barcelona-based video game developer has created the first ever video game about a gay superhero, SuperGay & the Attack of his ExGirlfriends. The game will be available for Apple platforms, inclduing iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. The premise of the game is that SuperGay must stop his jilted ex-girlfriend or the world could possibly…
Muvico theatres & TPD collaborate to remember fallen officers
Slain TPD officers David Curtis and Jeffrey Kocab It was a year ago today that Tampa Police officers Jeffrey Kocab and David Curtis were gunned down by suspected killer Dontae Morris. The anniversary of that sad day will be marked by the unveiling of a new mural memorializing fallen officers called the Hallway of Heroes…
This week in food and drink
Lots of craft beer to go ’round, 4th o’ July fun and more!
Rick Scott has to veto SunRail in order to maintain his credibility – doesn’t he?
Rick Scott has until the end of the week to decide on whether he will approve or reject the SunRail commuter rail project in the Orlando area. As reported by Janet Zink in the St. Pete Times, The $1.28 billion, 61.5-mile commuter line was discussed yesterday in Orlando, and the state's head of Transportation, Ananth…
Rubio scolds Obama administration on Libyan policy
Let's agree with the premise that the U.S. actions in Libya have not been handled adroitly. You may be supportive of the effort or critical, regardless of political party. We're 100 days into this conflict right now, and Marco Rubio is fed up. In a speech on Tuesday in the Senate, Rubio said "We should…
The Voice Recap: Finals
Is Javier Colon too good to win?
Steve Kornell gets a challenger in his bid for re-election
Meanwhile, no women will be on the ballot in St. Petersburg this fall.
Cool off with the Hoff(sicle) this summer
Yes, it’s a David Hasselhoff-shaped popsicle and yes, it’s real.
Activists announce plans for Florida Press Association event in St. Petersburg
Much of the official Florida political establishment will be in St. Petersburg later this week for the two day Florida Press Association taking place at the Vinoy Renaissance hotel on June 30-July 1. And will so will political activists who flock to Governor Rick Scott likes bees to honey. There will be a protest outside…
DIY Brew: Make your own refreshing Belgian white ale at home
Save money, gain self-satisfaction, get buzzed.
Congresswoman Castor announces local task force to study Medicare
Kathy Castor, Charles Bottoms & Matilda Garcia In case you haven't noticed, the Paul Ryan budget plan that eliminates Medicare as currently constituted hasn't exactly been winning a lot of converts – not if you trust public opinion polls. But it's not just Democrats and independents who oppose the plan – even some Republicans, such…
‘Unite the Gulf for Environmental Justice’ round table and coastal awareness concert
Thursday, June 30th, in Brooksville.
Save the whales, kill the veggies: A substitution guide for vegetarians
Meat-free exchanges for veggie enlightenment.
Dodgers bankruptcy challenges Bud Selig’s authority
We're nearly halfway through the 2011 Major League Baseball season, which means within the next month or two we may be seeing Commissioner Bud Selig make his annual trip to Tropicana Field, where he will bemoan the situation with the Rays attendance and make the case that the community needs to step up and find…
Indie group formed by Karl Rove airing ads in Florida attacking Barack Obama’s economic record
Crossroads GPS, the independent group founded in part by Karl Rove, has started a $20 million Summer TV ad campaign attacking President Obama on his handling of the economy. The first phase of the campaign began Monday with a television ad called “Shovel Ready,” which has begun showing in Florida and nine other battleground states.
New Music Tuesday (June 28)
New from Beyonce, Dolly, Thievery and more
Rain, Rain Go Away; It’s Time for Chapoutier Cote-du-Rhone Rosé
After the rain stops, we will go outside and shake off the blues. After the rain stops, we will go outside and breathe in fresh air. After the rain stops, life will begin again; all after the rain stops. When will the rain stop? Eventually the rain stopped, even though for only a brief window…
“Judgment of Paris Tasting” 35th anniversary wine event at Parkshore Grill
Wednesday, June 29th
The Glee Project Recap: “Vulnerability”
This week’s episode of The Glee Project revolved around vulnerability. The contenders attempted to show off their softer sides for guest judge Dot-Marie Jones (left), who plays Coach Beiste on Glee. First, for the Homework Challenge, they each had to sing a line form Pink’s “Please Don’t Leave Me.” Much to Lindsay’s dismay, Dot-Marie thought…
Is calling someone “illegal” wrong?
Colorlines sponsors a "Drop The I-Word" campaign. Jose Antonio Vargas’ “My Life as an Undocumented Immigrant” story has refueled the polarizing immigration debate, with undocumented immigration becoming a national trending topic on Twitter. It’s no secret that language legitimizes and reaffirms social hierarchies of power —the debate is whether or not the terms “illegal” and…
Protecting migratory birds
Migratory birds face many threats which affect migration cycles and breeding patterns.
Floridians presidential primary to be held on Saturday?
Although it gets a bit annoying to hear those in the Florida political world boast about how important the Sunshine State is in deciding who the next president will be, it's a fact of life that the state's 29 electoral votes are by far the biggest prize available that as this juncture appears up for…
Try something NUVO: Sparkling Sunset cocktail
Pink, “sparkly” and makes one fabulous-looking cocktail.
#MusicMonday, Vol. 39
This week’s listens, from Book of Black Earth to Sondre Lerche.
GOP Senate candidates try to out conservative each other at Pinellas Tea Party event
George LeMieux says there's no reason anymore to have public employee unions. That was just one of the provocative comments made at a Tea Party event in Pinellas Park on Sunday where the four leading candidates for the Republican nomination (LeMieux, Mike Haridopolos, Adam Hasner and Mike McCallister) all made appearances and responded to the…
Creative uses for refrigerated crescent rolls
5 tasty recipes with international flair.
Recycle your beauty products in the ‘Choose to Live Beautifully’ campaign
Don't throw away those old makeup brushes! EcoTOOLS wants your used brushes or other beauty products to recycle and in exchange you will get a coupon for $7.99 towards their products. It's their second year of the 'Choose To Live Beautifully' campaign and last year they recycled over 2,000 products. According to their website -…
Michelle Bachmann announces for president – and the scrutiny really begins
Fox News Sunday host Chris Wallace has posted an online apology to Minnesota Congresswoman Michelle Bachmann, after he asked her on Fox News Sunday somewhat lazily if her sometimes erratic comments meant that she was a flake? (Such as the statement that NATO airstrikes in Libya have killed up to 30,000 civilians). Bachmann appeared on…
Rainbow high: CL’s St. Pete Pride photo booth
The diversity of the LGBT community, in pictures.
Scenes of St. Pete Pride 2011 (photos)
High energy and high temps at the 9th annual festival.
Former WaPo reporter outs himself as illegal immigrant- so what happens now?
Reporter Jose Antonio Vargas admission in Sunday's New York Times Magazine that he has been living and working in American journalism over the past decade while not admitting to his immediate superiors that he was undocumented set off a firestorm from some of his former employers in the media. But he bigger question is: will…
Book review: My American Unhappiness by Dean Bakopoulos
Lots of people were unhappy during the first eight years of this century, but Zeke Pappas seems to personify every single one of them. His father died on September 12, 2001; his brother was killed in Iraq; his brother's wife died in a car accident soon after, and he now lives and cares for their…
NOW rallies against Senator Rubio
NOW members protesting outside Sen. Rubio's offices. This Friday, The National Organization of Women (NOW) held an emergency rally outside the offices of Senator Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) to protest the proposed 2011 federal budget and the politics Sen. Rubio represents. A popular rally chant warned against future congressional cutbacks: “They say cut back, we say…
Chartreuse: Old-school booze with modern flair
Green or yellow, a liqueur that’s cocktail-ready.
A passionate Ronnie Duncan says transportation choices should be as varied as toilet seats in Tampa Bay
This Friday morning the Tampa Bay Area Regional Transportation Authority, or TBARTA, voted to adopt its Regional Transportation Master Plan for 2050. It came after two board members defended the agency's work against some negative commentary from the public about the plan. As mandated by state statute, the agency must update its master plan every…
Stay cool with CL at St. Pete Pride
Visit our booth on Saturday for photos, deals and a blast of cold air.
Falling Skies: “Prisoner of War” Preview
Before getting into my preview of this week’s episode of Falling Skies, titled “Prisoner of War,” I’d like to take a brief jaunt back to the premiere. Remember last week, when I said Maggie (Sarah Carter) was at the center of my favorite moment in the premiere? If you watched it then you’ve surely figured…
Tampa Bay Water Board votes to expand reservoir
Council member Karl Nurse Pinellas County is in a weaker bargaining position when it comes to repairing and expanding the C.W. Bill Young Regional Reservoir, said Karl Nurse, vice chair of the St. Petersburg City Council at the council’s June 23 meeting. Nurse, a member of the Tampa Bay Water Board, said a budget was…
St. Pete city council votes to approve Mahaffey management contract
Mahaffey Theater The Mahaffey Theater in downtown St. Petersburg will be under new management with Big3 Entertainment starting September 1, after the city’s contract with SMG World ends. The 5-year term will run until Aug. 31, 2016. The city council voted unanimously to approve the contract. Big3 Entertainment will assume responsibility for all theater management…
Gaily News: Straight women’s gaydar, Brazil’s big wedding
Plus, Robert Gates on the future of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.”
Afrojack hits the Amphitheatre, Ybor City
Here we go again. I am venturing to another new venue to see another DJ/producer I really like. This time it's the Amphitheater in Ybor for a set by Afrojack. Based on my trip to the Venue to see Steve Aoki a couple weeks ago, my fear is outweighing my excitement. I am praying it's…
Planning for the next Katrina
What’s being done to safeguard these communities for when the next big storm hits?
Tampa Tribune employees forced to take 15 days of furloughs in next six months
One employee says the feeling at the paper now is “doom and gloom.”
Dining in St. Pete’s Grand Central District
Dining and drinking guide
NAACP plans “teach-in” in Tampa on dangers of coal plants
Tonight (Friday, June 24) the NAACP has announced that they will be holding a teach-in regarding five coal-fired power plants in Florida that they say are among the most harmful in the country for low-income communities of color. The teach-in will be held 5pm-9pm at the Doubletree in Tampa, FL (4500 W. Cypress St., Tampa,…
Romney on way to obliterating the GOP field in fundraising?
Yesterday we mocked Public Policy Polling's survey of Florida Republican voters for including Jeb Bush in one of their matchups, but the real story was that Mitt Romney has a solid, 10 point lead over any other GOP contender in the Sunshine State a week before the 4th of July weekend, some eights months or…
Cars 2 sputters to the finish line
The animated sequel proves even Pixar can make a lemon.
Courtney Alexis Stodden… If she is 16, I am 52.
And if those boobs are real, we have found a way to naturally grow silicon in the human body. If you are unfamiliar with Courtney Stodden, let me fill you in. She is the "16-year old up and coming singer" who has married former Lost actor, Doug Hutchinson, who is 51. The real story here?…
Pinellas transit meeting short on optimism
This story was written by CL contributor Monica Torres On Thursday in St. Petersburg, Transit Works Pinellas held a panel called, “Transportation in Pinellas County: Learning from the Past to Create a Vision for the Future.” Transit Works Pinellas is a not-for-profit corporation made up of a who’s who of local leaders trying to promote…
What’s the beef with Angus?
Demystifying what should be a backyard barbecue favorite.
Weathering a storm while staying ‘green’
When lightning cracks and your lights go out, you usually aren’t concerned about staying eco-friendly while you stumble around in the dark. However, when it comes to loss of electricity during violent storms, the products that are the safest and most reliable to use are also the best for the environment. Here are four summer…
New PPP poll begs the question: why the heck are you still putting Jeb Bush in your survey?
We don't mean to get all anal on the good folks over at Public Policy Polling, who had a solid 2010 in predicting some of the big races in last year's elections in Florida. But we just have to ask the question: How many times does Jeb Bush have to say he's not interested in…
Restaurant Review: Georgie’s Alibi
Equal access: Georgie’s standard bar food celebrates our similarities.
Photo Essay: A Day in the Life of Gay Tampa Bay
Twenty-four hours (give or take a few) in the lives of a range of LGBT men and women.
Indoor S’Mores
A domesticated but delicious version of a campfire treat.
The Tree of Life: Let it just wash over you
Director Terrence Malick returns with his most audacious film yet.
Review: Motherhood: The Musical at the Straz
Even jaded moms may smile (or sniffle).
Short Reviews: Cars 2 and more
Plus The Tree of Life, Bad Teacher and the best of the rest at the multiplex.
Hillsborough’s sad record on gay rights
Unlike many Florida counties, it’s stuck in the past when it comes to LGBT equality.
This week in live music: Everclear, Sarah Mac, Homegrown Hip Hop 3 + more
THURS 23 Everclear Formed in 1992, Everclear has proven to be a band that sticks around for many years. Lead singer Art Alexakis is still crankin' out post-grunge, power-pop tunes, and still bleaching his hair. "Wonderful" was the first single of their 2000 album Songs from an American Movie, Vol. 1: Learning How to Smile.…
12 reasons Rays attendance is lousy
The economy, Longo’s slump and 10 more.
Cody Carson on his buzzed-about band, Set It Off
An interview with the up-and-coming Clearwater musician.
Pride Guide 2011
What’s happening on St. Pete Pride Weekend June 23-27.
Shit Happened
Kevin White arrested, Rory Mcilroy crowned and more …
Bad dates, lesbian-style
One woman’s search for love, with or without a toothbrush.
Live and Local Spotlight: Matt Butcher
The Orlando artist and his band the Revolvers unveil their sophomore LP
The doctor is in (porn)
Will my acting choices hamper my future career?
More tuition hikes imminent across state university system
Florida's 11 public colleges requested Wednesday that tuition increases be amped up as schools face funding cuts. At a State University System of Florida Board of Governors meeting, trustees delivered plans to raise revenue to fund financial aid, hire oustanding faculty, complete infrastructure improvements and add attractive, current academic programs.
Harold Seltzer is back to sell the sizzle
He talks Seltzer’s history, bankruptcy and his fresh start.
