

Tampa Bay businesses launch website to get free toilet paper to senior citizens
Let’s get these folks some TP!
St. Pete mayor blasts Pinellas County’s ‘safer-at-home’ order, says it applies to city for now
“I have an order, and if I have to enter it, I will,” said Kriseman.
You can now watch simulated Tampa Bay Lightning games, if you’re bored enough
We’ll watch anything at this point.
Tampa Bay Lightning players will donate 500,000 meals to Feeding Tampa Bay
“We’re going to get through this, like I said before,” added Stamkos, “as one team.”
Hillsborough County leaders won’t start a stay-at-home order until at least Friday
Adoption of the order could come Thursday.
Drive-through coronavirus test site opens at Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium
Pre-screening and pre-registration are required for everyone who wants to get tested.
Pinellas County orders residents to stay home amid coronavirus pandemic
Violators will face a second-degree misdemeanor punishable with up to 60 days in jail and a $500 fine.
Joe Biden to DeSantis: ‘Floridians deserve science-based action’ against coronavirus
In other words, no more malarkey.
Gov. Ron DeSantis to Florida seniors: Stay home
The governor also said he would expand guidance about banning large gatherings.
Jobless claims in Florida are skyrocketing
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Tuesday daily claims to the state’s reemployment assistance system could jump between 18,000 and 21,000 a day.
Apparently, people in Tampa Bay are very interested in ‘coronavirus porn’
You can support adult actors during quarantine, too.
Publix will install plexiglass barriers to protect workers from coronavirus pandemic
The new plexiglass installations will be installed at registers, customer service desks and pharmacies.
Tampa Mayor Castor doesn’t support a curfew, eyes Thursday start to citywide stay-at-home order
She made the remarks in a Tuesday afternoon address.
Florida AG Moody says Supreme Court should decide if recreational pot is on the ballot
Moody opposes the proposed amendment, which would allow recreational use of marijuana.
Florida spring breaker apologizes after saying he doesn’t care if he gets coronavirus
“At the end of the day, I’m not going to let it stop me from partying,” said Sluder in the now viral video.
St. Petersburg Mayor Rick Kriseman says stay-at-home order is coming soon
When asked when DeSantis should put forth a statewide stay-at-home order, Kriseman responded, “yesterday.”
Mayor Jane Castor will proceed with a stay-at-home order for Tampa
The news comes a day after county officials opted to delay.
Video shows Florida woman yelling ‘Go Donald Trump’ after buying a store’s entire supply of toilet paper
“Look at this wonderful woman who just told me to f— myself and mind my own f-ing business.”
Tampa may get a new area code
Also, all local calls in the area would require 10-digit dialing.
A Publix employee has tested positive for coronavirus
The company did not say when or if the employee will be able to return to work.
Tampa’s WestShore Plaza mall finally closes amid coronavirus pandemic
“We are all dealing with the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on a real time basis,” said CEO Lou Conforti.
DeSantis ‘reckons’ flights from New York have coronavirus carriers, issues crackdown on out-of-state travelers
DeSantis’ announcement came as criticism about Florida’s response to COVID-19 mounts, along with the numbers of infected residents and deaths.
The University of Florida is conducting coronavirus research on residents of The Villages
COVID-19 can be deadly to seniors and people with underlying medical issues.
Taco Bus is delivering free meals to homeless veterans amid coronavirus pandemic
The taco chain will be delivering tacos, chips, salsa, and water to over 50 veterans to help relieve some of the stress surrounding coronavirus.
St. Pete Mayor Rick Kriseman says he’ll issue citywide stay-at-home order if governor fails to act
“Without such an order, St. Petersburg and municipalities across the state are likely to move forward on their own.”
City of Tampa and local nonprofits ask restaurants to donate unused food to feed the needy
Interested restaurants can contact Metropolitan Ministries and Feeding Tampa Bay directly.
Florida closes all 175 state parks amid coronavirus
No definitive timeframe was given for the closures.
Tampa strip club adapts to coronavirus closure by livestreaming dancers
2001 Odyssey is not eligible for emergency relief funds.
Savage Love: How to date doctors, or anyone for that matter, during a time of social distancing
It’s time to stand up for sex workers, too.
Six University of Tampa students test positive for COVID-19 after spring break
Four of ’em are back on campus.
Florida House leader José Oliva goes from calling hospitals ‘robber barons’ to praising them
Rolling the clock back to January, Oliva lambasted hospitals and others as modern-day “robber barons.”
As cases climb, Florida may have to use empty hotels and convention centers to house coronavirus patients
DeSantis said hotel owners have offered to allow use of their facilities.
Court rejects life sentence for Florida juvenile who killed her alleged abuser
J.M.H. received a resentencing after the 2014 law passed, but a Lee County circuit judge again sentenced her to life in prison, with a review after 25 years.
Florida Gov. DeSantis just banned all restaurants from serving food on site
DeSantis also called for all gyms and fitness facilities to close.
St. Pete’s Beans & Barlour is giving away toilet paper this weekend
Apparently, they can spare a square, or two.
Tampa Hard Rock will finally close starting tonight amid coronavirus pandemic
It already canceled music events last week.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says he wants to ease unemployment benefits amid coronavirus pandemic
“I need to see what what my authority would be and how it would work,” the governor said.
From all of us out here using coffee filters as toilet paper, welcome to Tampa Bay, Tom Brady
“I’m starting a new football journey and thankful for the Buccaneers for giving me the opportunity to do what I love to do.”
Help us create emergency listings for Tampa Bay businesses struggling with coronavirus closures
Once we compile the information, this list will appear online and will be regularly updated.
‘Tiger King,’ about a failed murder plot involving Tampa’s Big Cat Rescue, is now on Netflix
‘Tiger King’ is about maniac Joe Exotic.
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor on coronavirus: ‘we are going to be, very shortly, overrun’
Hillsborough also restricted all gatherings to 10 people maximum.
Rapper NF postpones May 1 Tampa concert at Yuengling Center because of coronavirus
If you want love, you’re gonna have to wait.
Pinellas County finally closes its beaches amid coronavirus outbreak
The decision comes a day after Clearwater Beach decided to close their public beaches for two weeks.
Tampa’s TECO Streetcar is reducing service now that downtown is becoming a ghost town
Get home by midnight, kiddos.
Pia’s Trattoria in Gulfport is giving out free meals to seniors isolated because of social distancing
The restaurant asked the community if anyone in need would like a free curbside meal, and the response was overwhelming.
Greek metal god Rotting Christ reschedules only Florida date for March 2021
The now-poorly-titled ‘Devastation on the Nation’ tour returns.
Tampa Bay first responders, hospital and hospitality workers can get a free case of Made coffee
Head to Intermezzo with your ID.
Tampa Bay Burger King locations offering free kids’ meals amid coronavirus pandemic
“There’s a tremendous impact on children, as a result of all the school closures.”
St. Pete’s Friends of Strays waives all adoption fees as coronavirus fallout affects shelters
Animals still need homes, you know.
Multiple Tampa Bay malls announce closures over coronavirus concerns
Tampa’s largest mall, International Plaza, is remaining open for now.
Florida residents at 19 long-term care facilities across have or are suspected of having coronavirus
Florida is not testing residents of long-term care facilities as a precautionary measure.
Florida prisons have stopped taking new inmates amid coronavirus pandemic
While there are no confirmed cases of coronavirus in state prison facilities, some county jails have already faced scares.
Patience and preparation might help Tampa Bay persevere over coronavirus woes
An editor’s note from better days.
Rep. Mario-Diaz-Balart tests positive for coronavirus, joins Florida’s 328 other cases
So far, 59% of cases in Florida involve men.
Pinellas County’s PSTA buses are free to ride during the coronavirus pandemic
It hopes to limit driver-rider interaction on its busiest routes.
Tampa Bay songwriters stage ‘Dream Stream’ concert to help offset lost income in the wake of the coronavirus
Plus, ways you can help your local music scene right now.
Tampa Bay record stores offer curbside pickup and free shipping during coronavirus pandemic
Stock up on some quarantine tunes.
Local theaters need Tampa Bay’s immediate support to survive—here’s how to help
‘We just got unfucked from Irma.’
Tampa Park Apartments not adjusting eviction dates despite coronavirus
Many residents must move out by November 1.
‘Gags the Clown’ and other scary movies to stream while you’re social distancing
From monsters and creepy clowns to coworker cannibals and the fight to preserve love.
When it comes to Trump and coronavirus, the buck stops elsewhere
Informed Dissent.
The best Florida books to read while you’re social distancing
We’re all in this together separately.
How to support Tampa Bay’s food and drink scene while social distancing
Tampa Bay foodies can rally and do our best to support local restaurants who are taking a hit in this time of need.
Dead Bob’s Too finally opens in Tampa, a mini golf-themed bar comes to St. Pete, and more local foodie news
No major closings, either.
At new location, Queen of Sheba still reigns over Tampa Bay’s Ethiopian food scene
She moved from South Tampa to Temple Terrace.






