

Orlando will be home to America’s first ‘air taxi’ hub, and flights to Tampa would only take 30 minutes
A plan brings a “high-speed, electric air mobility network” to Central Florida by 2025.
The worst winds of Tropical Storm Eta will hit Tampa Bay from now until about midnight
But WFTS’ Denis Phillips says, ‘Don’t freak out. Don’t cave into the hype.’
Tampa rapper KB goes on Twitter and gives away free lunches to those in need
Near the beginning of the pandemic, he retrofitted his manufacturing facility in Tampa to produce and give away consumer-grade facemasks.
Here’s where to go if you or your pets need shelter from Tropical Storm Eta in Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties
There are seven shelters open across the two counties.
Florida GOP flipped five seats red in the House, and Democrats are left examining their tactics
Were there forces at play beyond the control of any Democratic candidate or consultant in the crazy year called 2020?
Thanks to Hurricane Eta, you won’t be able to poop in a Tampa public park today
All City of Tampa parks, facilities, and restrooms will be closing at 1 p.m.
HART is suspending public bus services and TECO Streetcar in preparation for Hurricane Eta
The suspension starts at noon Wednesday.
In preparation for Hurricane Eta, Tampa International Airport will suspend operations at 3 p.m. Wednesday
The airport also reminded Tameños that TPA is not a designated storm shelter.
Welp, Eta is a hurricane now, and a tornado watch has been issued for Tampa Bay until 5 p.m.
The heaviest weather for Tampa Bay could come overnight Wednesday night and Thursday.
Tampa songwriter Achilles plays new album ‘Marauder’ live for the first time on Friday
It’s been a year since the record saw him add rock to the repertoire.
Florida COVID-19 hospitalizations have increased by more than 35% in the last 30 days, says top health care regulator
Florida hospitalizations due to COVID-19 have increased by 25% over the last two weeks.
Former Florida Gov. Rick Scott will lead the GOP’s US Senate campaign in 2022
Scott vows that Democrats won’t win upcoming Senate runoffs in Georgia.
Upscale fast food restaurant, Nojaks, is opening next week in downtown Tampa
In September, Nojaks announced that its long-awaited restaurant was set to make its debut in mid-October. Instead, the joint, which is set to have a generous amount of vegan eats, is opening next week at 305 N. Polk St. across the street from The Hub. The fast-casual restaurant is a partnership between Tampa Bay culinary…
Ya Boy’s BBQ officially closes its West Tampa restaurant
The future of the restaurant is unclear at the moment.
Asian fusion restaurant Pin on Cafe takes over Chiang Mai Thai space in St. Petersburg
Damn, that was quick.
New Mexican concept Muchachas opening soon at Tampa Heights’ Armature Works
The concept from Empamamas’ Stephanie Swanz is taking over the Pane Rustica stall.
Jeffrey Jew pushes back opening of new St. Pete restaurant, Lingr on 6th St, due to COVID-19
The concept is shooting for a January 2021 opening with UV lights in the HVAC system, expanded outdoor seating and more.
Florida Avenue Brewing opens new Wesley Chapel location, announces move in Seminole Heights
Details are still incoming on the new Seminole Heights address.
Tampa food truck Tacos Las Californias is slinging birria ramen and more
The fairly new food truck is gaining a following.
New tap house, Lucky Lizard, is coming soon on Madeira Beach
Brews, live tunes and sunset views.
Original Tampa Taco Bus location offers 99-cent tacos this week in honor of reopening
There have been some serious renovations, too.
‘The national nightmare is over’: Florida’s elected officials chimed in on the election of Joe Biden
Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried wrote, ‘Americans across our nation have sent a message which cannot be ignored.’
Ruling in an Alachua County mask mandate argument could serve as a test for statewide mask requirements
The argument will be heard Nov. 23 by a panel of the 1st District Court of Appeal.
The Florida Senate will convene to organize next week, and masks are not mandated
Members and guests are asked to adhere to CDC guidelines that recommend masks and six-foot social distancing.
Eta could bring tropical storm conditions to Tampa Bay as early as Wednesday
For now a tropical storm warning reaches up to Manatee County.
That might’ve been the worst game of football ever played by anyone
Make that eight straight quarters of horrendous football played by the Bucs, then, ‘Woosah.’
John Morgan’s minimum wage push may have shown Florida Democrats a way
It’s the economy, stupid, right?
Tampa artist Emiliano Settecasi opens ‘The Woods’ at Sarasota’s Spaaces gallery
The reception is tonight, and it closed on Nov. 14
With Florida in its path, Tropical Storm Eta expected to bring rain to Tampa Bay early next week
Eta is now the 12th hurricane and the 28th named storm of the year, which ties the 2005 season record for 28 named storms.
Drew Brees and the Saints are going to beat the Buccaneers in a nail-biter on Sunday
The Saints also beat the Bucs in both of their matchups in 2002, when Tampa Bay won its first and only Super Bowl.
Amid pandemic, Florida nursing home residents will now be allowed to leave and return to facilities
The state is allowing residents to return to facilities after being screened for COVID-19-like symptoms.
After spending $6 million to raise Florida’s minimum wage, John Morgan says he’s done with politics
Morgan says he’s “happy” with the job DeSantis is doing and doesn’t see himself running for political office or bankrolling another amendment.
STYX will play a socially-distanced show at Clearwater’s Ruth Eckerd Hall next month
Domo arigato, for wearing masko.
Trent Alyse is part of Epicurean Hotel’s South Tampa ‘Epic Art Show’ lineup
The Nov. 14 show features 10 local artists.
Tampa rock staples John Wesley and Mark Prator to help nonprofit raise money for veterans theater
A Veteran’s Day concert will cost you $10.
Two Tampa Bay rooftop bars announce reopenings this weekend
Welcoming back rooftop views and brews in both Clearwater and Tampa.
Six-person pods, New Orleans’s Dumpstaphunk, coming to Dunedin Wines the Blues music festival
That’s one way to try and put COVID-19 ‘In the Dumpsta.’
Seminole Heights’ Independent Bar brings live music back with free Saturday jazz by trumpeter James Suggs
Guitarist LaRue Nickeson and bassist Alejandro Arenas will help Suggs revive the series.
St. Pete jazz trio La Luca to mix originals with covers of Tears For Fears, Patrick Swayze and more at Sunday concert
‘Everybody Wants to Rule the World,’ but this show is half-capacity.
St. Petersburg’s Jannus Live hosts free courtyard art festival on Sunday
Yes, there’ll be face painting.
USF trombone choir to honor professor Don Kneeburg during virtual concert next week
The performance is free to watch online.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium hosts Brews & Rescues to celebrate expansion
Naturally, you can get a pic with Winter the Dolphin.
Kitschy cocktails, decor on tap when ‘Miracle at Mezzo’ Christmas-themed pop-up returns to St. Petersburg this month
Yes, there’ll be COVID-19 precautions when it launches Black Friday at Intermezzo Coffee + Cocktails.
Pinellas County Schools offers free meals to kids, whether they’re enrolled or not
Parents and caregivers of children and teens 18 years or younger can pick up a week’s worth of meals
St. Pete songwriter Kirk Adams returns to live music with new, amped up residency at Hideaway Café
‘I had to get back on the horse at some point, and this is an environment I’m comfortable with and feels safe.’
Amid coronavirus pandemic, Publix made an extra $1.25 billion last quarter
Company stock also rose from the year’s second quarter from $54.35 per share to $57.95 per share.
Despite Florida’s reliance on Obamacare, key candidates who support it lost their elections
More than 1.9 million Floridians receive health insurance through the federal exchange, with the overwhelming majority of those people receiving subsidies.
I’m scared, too, but that’s OK
There’s still a lot of change left to work for. Don’t stop now.
Five concerts happening in Tampa Bay this weekend
Four in-person, and one online.
Florida voters approve Amendment 2, boosting minimum wage to $15 an hour
With this passage, Florida’s Amendment 2 will gradually raise Florida’s current minimum wage of $8.56 to $15 by 2026.
Kathy Castor wins race for Florida’s 14th Congressional District
Elsewhere in the race to represent for Tampa Bay in the U.S. House of Representatives, GOP candidates Vern Buchanan, Scott Franklin and Gus Bilirakis all won.
Charlie Crist wins race for Florida’s 13th Congressional District
Crist defeated Republican challenger Anna Paulina Luna.
Boozy nitro ice cream coming to Tampa, St. Pete gets a dog bar waterpark, and more Tampa Bay foodie news
Plus, a Bento Asian kitchen near USF.
The Tampa Bay Bucs managed to suck a little less than the Giants
Bucs play poorly, Giants play worse.
Tampa’s Crab Devil and Peninsularium move forward in immersive art experience
The New Roots Art Collective recently installed a Harriet Tubman mural.
Savage Love: Grandpa has the libido of a 20-something, get on Our Time and Silver Singles instead of Tinder
Also, does it count as a ‘gay encounter’ if I let a guy rub my feet in the hot tub?
E-scooters have officially arrived in St. Petersburg
Two companies are rolling approximately 250 of ‘em into the downtown core.
Safety Harbor’s Pizzeria Gregario is baking bread and serving limited pizzas to stay afloat during COVID-19
He’s not new to the kneading game—he’s true to it.
Trump supporters are reportedly passing out in the heat at Tampa rally
A fire truck was blasting water on supporters gathered outside Raymond James Stadium.
Tampa will close roads surrounding Early Voting site so Trump can have his rally
Whether you’re trying to vote or not, expect a lot of traffic delays today.
Lawyers representing victim of armed St.Pete counterprotester accuse State Attorney of bullying client
“They’re trying to get something done by causing a political stir with the public, or whoever it would be that would read the thing, with what I consider to be fake news.”






