

Yvonne “Yolie” Capin launches run for Hillsborough County Commission
The two-term Tampa City Councilwoman hopes to represent south county residents on the commission.
As specter of GOP healthcare overhaul looms, Crist tours expanding LGBT clinic in St. Pete
“I thought it was, what’s the right word, ill-conceived, shall we say? And merciless as well. Particularly in the way it treats the poor and the disabled in our society.”
Tampa’s Studio Movie Grill will host only Bay area screening of David Gilmour’s Live in Pompeii concert on September 13
You could also request a screening in your area.
Today in Rock History; Remembering John Bonham, Monkees gets a start, and “Who” is the loudest band
Chuck Berry’s theme park opens, too.
Review: Nashville influence shines through on Dan Auerbach’s latest solo project
The Black Keys frontman’s reoccurring tendency to channel his music idols births an inspired take on 70s bluegrass and rock
Tonight in live music; Zigtebra, DJ Fuego, F*** Up Nights and more
Ya know, hump day.
Sh*t Happened 5/31/17: Tax-free hurricane supplies, Hillsborough rabies scare, historic neighborhood commuters complain-y
Good morning. Here's your forecast for Wednesday: It's gonna be super-humid, with about a 96% chance someone in your office — probably Hank, because Hank's always saying he can't keep up with the pop culture — will ask you if you know who Kathy Griffin is. Dammit Hank, would you just log in to your…
Femme Visuale: Rebecca Sexton Larson
Stippled landscapes of the afterworld
Here are the 10 most naked people at Sunset Music Festival 2017 (probably NSFW)
Ding-dongs, nip slip sarong, and more
Sunset Music Festival 2017 By The Numbers: Zero people died, but 49 went to the hospital
Trust restored after tumultuous 2016
Review: Sunset Music Festival 2017 addresses safety concerns, delivers top electronic acts
An amazing adjustment from promoters, and we can’t wait for next year
Remembering Rachel: Paul Levine explains Purple Hatter’s Ball’s philanthropic mission
Here’s why Emancipator, Dumpstaphunk and more are taking to the Suwannee
Ready for this jelly? A local guide to National Doughnut Day destinations
Assemble your squad and see how many doughnuts you can eat on Friday.
So now there are nine people running for Karl Nurse’s St. Pete City Council seat
Newcomer Zaya Kardas jumped into the crowded District 6 race on Monday.
Peep Show: How to f*ck in your high-school bedroom
DTF in your high-school bedroom? Here’s how.
A pedestrian-friendly facelift for Tampa’s congested Fowler Avenue?
“Being on foot is scary, crossing a street is scary — even when you have the cross signal.”
Rowdies salvage tough draw
Tie one on.
Tonight in live music; LIMBS, Hail the Sun, Wolvhammer and more
Getting heavy on a Tuesday
Sh*t Happened 5/30/17: Tiger in the tank, Tampa to get 2018 NHL All-Star game, implied cannibalism
Good morning! Here's your forecast for Tuesday: Slowly climbing insecurities will be mitigated mid-afternoon by an encroaching wave of confidence, leading to a rising sense of maybe we'll make it through this that should produce the first good night's sleep in weeks. Golf great and person that often comes to affluent white Americans' minds when…
Today in rock history; Echo and the Bunnymen releases Heaven Up Here, Bowie kicks off “Glass Spider” tour, more
Zeppelin starts its last studio album, “Love Me Do” goes no. 1
Italian kitchen dishing Detroit-style pizza to Madeira Beach
The old Subway on Gulf Boulevard is now home to Frabotta’s, which offers pies, subs and pasta.
Cider Press, Mermaid Tavern enter James Beard Foundation burger contest
Each Blended Burger patty must mix chopped mushrooms with ground meat — well, sort of.
Hands on: Spanish sculptor Eduardo Chillida at The Dalí
In the photograph of Eduardo Chillida plastered on the Dalí Museum's ads and billboards, he looks for all the world like a medieval stonemason, knocking at a piece of alabaster, sleeves rolled up above the elbow. He doesn't look like a younger contemporary of Salvador Dalí, and you wouldn't guess that he is at work…
Review: Todd Rundgren sticks to the newer stuff at St. Pete’s Mahaffey Theater
A little quizzical, to say the least
Sh*t Happened 5/29/17: Lakeland swan found, RIP Gregg Allman, Sunset Music Fest didn’t kill anybody this year
Good Monday to you. Here's your forecast for this beautiful Memorial Day: Alcohol will be a factor. FRIDAY, MAY 26: An 18-year-old moron was arrested at St. Pete College's dental school for causing a ruckus about the wait time for his treatment and punching a security guard in the face. Because that's what you look…
Tampa’s Amber Frank empowers young girls in Netflix’s animated series Spirit Riding Free
Netflix’s new animation series “Spirit Riding Free” stars a Tampa native, Amber Frank. In an interview with Amber, she shares why taking this role was important and what lessons young girls will walk away with.
Triathlon afterthoughts: What I learned
An amateur athlete’s tips from the first big race of the season.
Gregg Allman, co-founder of Allman Brothers, dead at 69
Allman is credited with ushering in the Southern Rock movement.
Sgt. Pepper turns 50 — Is it The Beatles’ most important album?
‘Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band’ was a turning point for the Beatles, and the world, 50 years ago
Tonight in live music; music festivals galore, Todd Rundgren, Slumberjack, Tortilla Punx and more
Sunset Music Fest, Margarita Fest, 97X Backyard BBQ, holy s****
Crist riffs on civility in the age of Trump to friendly Gulfport crowd
“I’ve never seen this many people this engaged in American politics in my entire life. That’s why I feel good about where we are.”
Adventures in Weekending: 10 things to do in Palm Harbor this weekend
Yes, Palm Harbor. Really.
What happens when two guys meet doing CrossFit? A brewery, apparently
Dissent Craft Brewing Company is St. Petersburg’s newest craft-beer-spot-to-be.
Weekend Platter: Bourbon 101, Kombucha Weekend and more
There’s an extended weekend ahead. You might as well enjoy it with food and drink.
Today in Rock History; Lennon-Ono bed-in, plus birthdays for Stevie Nicks, Miles Davis and Lenny Kravitz
Much love to the gold dust woman
Tonight in live music; Holland in the house, Tigers Jaw, Connor Murphy DJ set, Suncoast Blues anniversary and more
Plastic Pinks are back from Mexico, too
Sh*t Happened 5/26/17: Hurricane season forecast, Siesta Beach best in U.S., naked man steals swan
Good morning! Here's your forecast for Friday: That high-pressure system that's been hanging around since Monday finally started to break up overnight, leading to a gradual lowering of inhibitions that should present itself this afternoon and increase right on through the weekend, leaving us with an 80 percent chance of embarrassment on Monday. Dress accordingly.…
Acro-Cats, the world’s only all-cat band and circus will play Gulfport (because of course Gulfport)
So much for that no-pets rule in the Catherine Hickman Theater, right?
David Jolly on Greg Gianforte body slamming a reporter: “Welcome to Trump’s America”
Many Republicans are criticizing Greg Gianforte, their candidate for a Montana congressional seat, who literally body-slammed a reporter Wednesday night, the eve of the election. Democrats, meanwhile, are tying the candidate and his actions to President Trump, who has long railed against the press and even called them an enemy of the American people. David…
Poet’s Notebook: For the love of tennis
A social tradition half a century in the making.
In Tampa, officials hear from public on “Tampa Bay Next” — but will they listen?
…Or will it be a replay of the TBX debacle?
Sh*t Happened 5/25/17: Palm reader doesn’t foresee own arrest, Scott vetoes liquor wall removal bill, dragons & snakes, man
Good morning! Here's your forecast for Thursday: Early tendrils of ennui should burn off before the second lunch beer, leading to an afternoon humid with unrealistic optimism, disappointment around sunset and our usual seasonal overnight updrafts of existential dread. A Tarpon Springs palm reader was arrested for allegedly exploiting a veteran with PTSD and grieving…
Ciccio Restaurant Group’s betterBYRD swoops into Hyde Park Village
Focused on chicken, betterBYRD’s fast-casual, quick-serve flagship is expected to open in fall.
Hello, it’s him: Todd Rundgren talks studio hermitage, new LP, Trent Reznor and more
He plays Mahaffey Theater on May 27.
The Handmaid’s Tale and why I would never survive in this world
Episode 7, “The Other Side” — where we see what happened to Offred’s husband Luke. No, he’s not dead.
Best of Volcano Bay: Order these at the Universal water park right now
Water parks are supposed to be the land of corn dogs and Dippin’ Dots, right?
Q&A: Tampa songwriter Ari Chi talks ‘Sea Foam’, upcoming Color Fool album release
PCCA and Gibbs High alumni Ari Chi chats with us about her upcoming album Color Fool, album release show at The Attic.
Bitter pill: How is Florida handling its opioid addiction crisis?
With funding in danger and mixed signals from politicians at the state and national levels, Florida faces a lethal healthcare crisis.
Calling all libtards!
Introducing The Liberal Agenda, a new addition to News+Views.
On the Sauce: Vanilla Bean in Love (with video)
Taking it easy with this week’s drink, featuring maraschino liqueur, vanilla and gin, is a breeze.






