

Saturday punk-rock concert at Pinellas Ale Works benefits Friends of Strays animal shelter
‘Punks for Paws 2’ runs from 1 p.m.-midnight in St. Pete.
Hank Williams descendant headed to Tampa’s New World Brewery on Friday
Coleman Williams’ IV and the Strange Band opens for Tejon Street Corner Thieves.
Texas blues rising star Zach Person makes Tampa debut on Friday
FFO: Gary Clark Jr. and Cedric Burnside.
Underoath’s Aaron Gillespie plays solo set in Tampa on Friday
The songwriter, drummer, singer, pastor and clothing shop owner is at Crowbar.
Gin Blossoms play St. Pete’s Palladium Theater on Thursday
Cue the ‘Empire Records’ flashbacks.
Florida Senate releases first glimpse of redistricting maps
Four Senate and four congressional maps have been released so far.
This ‘Kentacobell’ is for sale in Tampa for $3 million
It is a shame that this location doesn’t have an attached Pizza Hut, completing the holy trinity, but maybe that’s why it’s priced at $873 a foot.
After a long hiatus, Carnival resumes Tampa cruises this weekend
The Carnival Pride will sail at about 70% capacity, according to the company.
Residents warned of crocodile at Florida country club that can’t be removed
There’s currently about 2,000 American crocodiles in the state of Florida, says the FWC.
Florida Gov. DeSantis proposes more money for public education, including higher teacher salaries
The governor will ask lawmakers to raise per-student spending in public schools by more than $200 over the current fiscal year, to $8,000 a student.
Filipino bakery Red Ribbon opens first Florida location this week in Pinellas Park
It’s right next to Jollibee.
Amid expert witness controversy, University of Florida will review conflict of interest policy
“I don’t think there are clear definitions right now in the written policies at least, about what is a conflict of interest, what is an ‘outside activity.”
Florida springs and water projects receive $481 million for improvements
All but $50 million of the money has come from federal sources.
Empty Ybor City lot will soon feature Sterling Cigar Lounge & Bar, Airbnb rentals and a restaurant
The infill concept will be sandwiched between 7-Eleven and Ink Spot tattoo parlor.
‘A road’s a road’: Florida Gov. DeSantis attacks Buttigieg for addressing racist highway design
Prominent conservatives have mocked the Transportation Secretary for addressing systemic racism in highway design.
Trump stan and nu-metal country songwriter Aaron Lewis is headed back to Tampa
He’s at the Hard Rock in 2022.
Florida PAC aiming to legalize recreational marijuana raises over $300K
The committee is proposing a ballot initiative that would allow people 21 or older to grow and use marijuana, with a cap of 18 plants per household.
Completely legal taxidermy, old skulls and more headed to Tampa’s ‘Oddities & Curiosities Expo’
It’s the tour’s second to last U.S. stop.
Florida asks appeals court to put hold on Biden Administration’s vaccine mandate
In addition to arguing that the rule exceeds OSHA’s authority, Florida and the other opponents contend it conflicts with the First Amendment and a law known as the Religious Freedom Restoration Act.
Florida Sen. Rick Scott struggles again when confronted with Donald Trump’s ‘Big Lie’
Scott says the election was legit, but won’t condemn Trump’s position.
Florida is expected to pay at least $150,000 for Michelin restaurant stars
Visit Florida spokeswoman Leslie Pearsall called it “a great opportunity to elevate Florida’s culinary scene and bring a positive economic impact to the state.”
High school quiz refers to Florida as ‘a group of complete idiots’
The inclusion of these Florida, Texas and Fox News is telling, as all three are hotbeds of COVID-19 denialism.
St. Pete Opera will invite 800 third graders to special performances of its new ‘Pinocchio’ production
The public gets four chances to see it starting Nov. 13.
‘Biloxi Blues’ runs through next week at Citrus Park’s Jewish Community Center
Vets get half off on Nov. 10.
Tampa’s family-friendly ThinkTank Theatre opens third season next month
Productions at ThinkTank are appropriate for kids as young as 8 years old.
Kojak’s has a new location, Michelin stars coming to Tampa, plus more local foodie news
Sadly, (swah-rey) is closing soon in St. Pete.
As Tampa Bay gets drenched in rain, St. Petersburg relaunches its rainwater rebate program
‘Customers may even receive a free rain barrel upon completion of a Rainwater Guardian Workshop,’ the city says.
University of Florida reverses course, allows professors to testify regardless of compensation
The university’s abrupt decision followed demands announced earlier in the day by the union representing faculty and staff at Florida.
After state shutters correctional facility, Florida lawmakers want to use funds to increase prison guard pay
The salary boosts and bonuses will come from $67.8 million in savings derived by closing New River Correctional Facility in Bradford County.
University of Florida faculty back professors blocked from testifying against state
“Together, we express deep alarm about what appears to be a serious breach of academic freedom.”
Trascendental harp and violin duo Leya plays Tampa next week
Merchandise frontman Carson Cox’s Romeo Blu project opens the show.
‘80s legend Bruce Hornsby plays Clearwater next week, and a negative COVID test is required
That’s just the way it is.
ZZ Top, without Dusty Hill, plays sold-out Tampa show next week
The band’s guitar tech now fills Hill’s role, beard and all.
King of the Coop’s new St. Petersburg location will open this year
Late this month or just in time for Christmas.
The pandemic led to booming housing prices, including the former home of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis
The couple never met DeSantis during the property sale and said they were unaware who had owned the home until a family member mentioned it to them.
Before dual piano concert, Tampa Bay’s John C. O’Leary III discusses new album ‘The Sundering’
The release and concert features Snarky Puppy’s Shaun Martin.
Galactic, with Tank and the Bangas’ Anjelika ‘Jelly’ Joseph, comes to St. Pete this weekend
Eric Lindell opens at Jannus Live.
Despite imminent closure, St. Pete’s Hideaway Cafe welcomes Anne E. DeChant this weekend
She’s been Cleveland singer-songwriter of the year several times.
Davis Islands’ ‘Bomba in the Bayou!’ celebrates Puerto Rico with bands and food this weekend
Barriplé plays the sounds outside Bayou Bodega.
Emo Night Tampa, with live bands, is back at The Bricks this weekend
Story Mode and Glaze join the Crate Brothers in Ybor City.
Late-‘80s Puerto Rican hitmaker Baby Rasta y Gringo plays Tampa on Friday
You know, the old Eazy Boyz.
Noan Partly, Jackson Harpe lead another solid weekend of free concerts in Seminole Heights
Reservations are recommended at Ella’s.
Surfer Blood returns to Tampa on Friday, with excellent slate of Florida rock bands in tow
Mrenc and DirtBike open in Ybor City.
Before Rock Boat, songwriter Meaghan Farrell plays Safety Harbor on Friday
Her lyrics are worthy of the self help stage.
The Crane, a St. Pete steak and seafood concept to open next year
It’s taking over the Wig Villa space on Central Avenue.
St. Petersburg is getting a Portillo’s near Tyrone Square Mall
It’ll have a drive-thru, too.
Publix and Instacart expand new 30-minute delivery option to all stores
No need to hop in the car.
A plane made an emergency landing in the middle of Bruce B. Downs this morning
The plane took off from Tampa Executive Airport and no injuries were reported, says Tampa Fire Rescue.
Florida seeks injunction against federal vaccine mandate, saying it would cause ‘irreparable harm’
As an example, it cited a $12 million contract that the University of Florida received last year from NASA.
Court backs Church of Scientology in Florida lawsuit over ex-member dispute
The opinion upheld a 2018 decision by Tampa-based U.S. District Judge James Whittemore, who refused to vacate the arbitration award.
Oracle of Ybor: There are ways to work with your financial anxiety and still treat yourself, too
And wait until spring to do the landscaping.
St. Pete’s Sunshine City Roller Derby recruiting skaters and sponsors ahead of inaugural season
The group is looking to home its newly-acquired banked track, too.
‘Skin Hungry’ is on now at Ybor City’s Lab Theater Project
It runs through Nov. 14.
Tig Notaro brings new ‘Hello Again’ comedy tour to Tampa Theatre next year
She’s already played Straz Center and even New World Brewery.
South Tampa’s Hyde Park Village is getting a Warby Parker
The new Warby is just the latest in offerings coming to Hyde Park Village.
‘The Old Ways,’ one of the best demonic possession movies ever made, has ties to Florida
Yes, it’s set in Mexico, but Christopher Alender’s first feature has plenty of ties to the Sunshine State.
All hail ‘Antlers,’ a horror masterwork that’s one of the best movies you will see this year
An instant horror classic.
Tampa Police Department roasted for spreading ‘bullshit’ Halloween marijuana myth
‘Winner of the stupidest police department award: @TampaPD,’ a commenter wrote.
New Orleans bounce queen Big Freedia is coming to Tampa next month
You’re in for a real booty shaking treat.






