New wave pioneer Gary Numan brings apocalyptic new album to St. Pete next year
Gary Numan has spent the last few years on tour with the likes of Ministry and The Psychedelic Furs, and comes to St. Petersburg, Florida in 2026.
Gwar brings 40th anniversary tour to Ybor City next month
Sci-fi metal outfit Gwar brings a new seven-track album to Tampa on Nov. 16, 2025.
Photos: Tampa’s new city councilwoman, Naya Young, celebrates landslide victory in Ybor City
Naya Young defeated Thomas Scott in the runoff for Tampa CIty Council’s District 5 seat, and celebrated at 7th+Grove in Ybor City, Florida.
‘Cotton Candy Daydream’ brings a blend of contemporary pop art, surrealism and mysticism to St. Pete
On Sunday, Nov. 2, Bayboro Brewing in St. Petersburg hosts an artist reception for “Cotton Candy Daydream”—a spooky-meets-sweet exhibition featuring Orlando-based artists Cake Marques and MikeyBear McGrath.
Naya Young upsets Thomas Scott to win Tampa City Council special election
One of Tampa’s most crowded single-seat elections is finally over, and Naya Young is headed for Tampa City Hall.
Florida Democratic lawmakers urge DeSantis to declare a food access state emergency
Florida Democrats in the Legislature are imploring Gov. Ron DeSantis to declare a state of emergency and use state money to buy food and direct it to food pantries as nearly 3 million people lose access to a federal food assistance program.
A former Tampa chef is saving the recipes of bygone restaurants
Hipol’s Recipe Preservation Project is relatively new, officially starting on Sept. 28— unofficially, the day King of the Coop closed its Seminole Heights location.
PSTA will buy or build two new boats for the Tampa Bay Ferry
City councils to vote on new Tampa Bay Ferry next week.
The Grinch will be at Clearwater’s Countryside Mall for a book fair this weekend
Countryside Mall hosts the green man himself (not Shrek) for a festive literary marketplace that would make Cindy Lou Who proud. Local authors, book vendors and literary crafters come together for a family-friendly day that includes readings, signings, storytelling and photo ops with Whoville’s most wanted.
Legendary local punk duo The Dollyrots play a pre-Warped Tour homecoming set next month
Kelly Ogden and Luis Cabezas, along with drummer Simon Hancock recently dropped a punk-rock version of “You Don’t Own Me,” which recently gained some extra traction among younger generations serving as the countdown music from Taylor Swift’s Eras tour.
Ahead of St. Pete Halloween show, Andrew McMahon reveals the best gig he ever saw
Millennials can pretend to be young again at this show where Andrew McMahon (Something Corporate) brings his Jack’s Mannequin piano-pop project to First Block.
Savor St. Pete is back this weekend with Food Network stars, unlimited wine and gourmet bites
This year’s festival features a mix of chefs and restaurants including appearances from Food Network favorites Carlos Anthony and Brian Malarkey along with Tampa Bay locals Rosana Rivera and Johnathan Rodriguez.
Florida AG: Vouchers for Tampa Islamic schools ‘undermines our national security’
Attorney General James Uthmeier, Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia, and Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson, all Republicans and allies of the governor, are wondering whether Florida’s universal school voucher system allowing Floridians to attend certain private schools at discounted rates can be properly extended to the Hifz Academy and Bayaan Academy, Islamic schools in Tampa now accepting these…
Farm-o-Ween is back this Halloween at St. Pete Youth Farm
Hurricanes canceled last year’s Halloween event at the St. Pete Youth Farm, but since then, the farm has experienced significant growth—beyond crops.
Mary Roach fans can see her sold-out Tampa book talk at free Hillsborough library watch parties this weekend
Named “America’s funniest science writer” by the Washington Post and “The Bill Nye of books” by Creative Loafing right now, Roach has spent two decades writing nonfiction books that take fun facts to a whole new level. Since “Stiff,” her breakout 2003 venture into the death industry, Roach has written books on the science and…
Tampa Monitor: City attorney apologizes after proposing policy change that would’ve redefined neighborhood leaders as lobbyists
Council’s agenda last Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025 was highlighted by three items with council taking action on one of them.
Tampa Bay theaters join forces for ‘Cadillac Crew’
Powerstories Theatre and The Studio@620 are teaming up on Cadillac Crew, Tori Sampson’s play about the women whose work powered the Civil Rights Movement but rarely made it into the history books. The production runs Nov. 6–16 at The Studio@620.
Florida environmental group seeks injunction to stop 2025 bear hunt
Bear Warriors United conservation group last week asked a Florida judge for an emergency temporary injunction to halt the state’s 2025 bear hunt.
USF and surrounding areas have high levels of forever chemicals in water, report says
A report from USA Today shows high levels of forever chemicals in the water in and around West Central Florida—including Tampa.
Tampa Chef Jada Vidal represents Florida on new season of ‘Hell’s Kitchen’
Tampa Chef Jada Vidal, who currently boasts the title Chef de Cuisine of new Italian-Japanese restaurant Kinjo, is competing on the newest season of Gordon Ramsey’s “Hell’s Kitchen.”
Charismatic rock oddball Andy Frasco brings introspective new LP to St. Pete this winter
Songwriter Andy Frasco brings new album to St. Petersburg concert on Dec. 6, 2025.
La Gaceta: Tampa Republican is right in wanting to end Port Tampa Bay property tax
For over 30 years, Port Tampa Bay has benefited from a property tax levied against Hillsborough County property owners. Tampa Bay Rep. Susan Valdes wants that to end.
Voting in Tampa’s City Council District 5 election is happening right now—here’s how to do it
Voting in Tampa’s special election for city council’s District 5 seat kicked off this week with early voting happening now through Sunday, Oct. 26. Election Day is on Tuesday, Oct. 28.
St. Pete gets its own ‘Wee’ slice of Britain & Ireland with special grocery
The Wee British Shop, founded by U.K. natives and best friends John Tatum and Sarah Denning, offers relief for anyone missing proper Cadbury chocolate (The real UK stuff, not what Hershey makes), along with a full range of imported teas, crisps, biscuits, and pantry staples.
Opa! Clearwater Greekfest continues one of Pinellas’ longest running traditions this weekend
The three-day celebration includes folk dancing and music, silent auctions, sweepstakes and, of course, food.
Republican lawmaker proposes making Hillsborough Schools superintendent an elected position
A Republican state lawmaker wants to make Hillsborough—the third largest school district in the state and seventh largest in the nation—the latest district with an elected superintendent.
Popular chain Swig brings ‘dirty soda’ to Tampa Bay
The trendy soft drink chain and drive-thru opens at 25369 Sierra Center Blvd. in Lutz’s Cypress Creek Town Center on Nov. 6, and a second store in the city is already under construction, per the Tampa Bay Business Journal.
All Time Low brings new album to downtown Clearwater next month
Last summer marked 20 years since the Maryland four-piece put out its debut album “The Party Scene,” which introduced Alex Gaskarth and friends’ potential to the world. Its tenth album “Everyone’s Talking” dropped last week.
Tampa Ethics Commission change could define neighborhood association representatives as lobbyists
Tampa’s City Council is set to discuss a new ordinance that would revise existing lobbying regulations, expanding them beyond just those who lobby for pay. Rules that have historically applied to those paid to advocate for both real estate developers and large civil rights organizations could now be applied to volunteers for local activist groups…
New College professor says Corcoran’s denial of emeritus status is retaliation
Amy Reid, a 30-year New College professor and vocal critic of the school’s 2023 conservative restructuring, was denied emeritus status, an honorary title typically awarded to retiring faculty. She called the decision by the school’s president and Gov. DeSantis ally, Richard Corcoran retaliation.
Noble Tavern opens on St. Pete’s Central Ave
The cocktail bar and restaurant at the base of the Tru by Hilton at 1650 Central Ave. combines the concepts and atmosphere of Noble Crust and Fat Beet Farm Kitchen & Bakery.
