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Tampa Americana songwriter Andy Brey stages 'Holiday Hootenanny' concert at...
Every community has musical everymen and women who quietly contribute to countless projects while bringing together all the best parts of a scene. Songwriter and geologist Andy Brey—who plays New...
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Perpetual Groove's Brock Butler is playing a solo show at Gulfport's...
A long-running, eclectic South Pinellas treasure opens its doors to a jam scene staple next week when Brock Butler plays The Blueberry Patch in Gulfport on Thursday, Dec. 22. Solo stuff from the...
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St. Pete’s first Five-O Donuts opens this weekend
The Burg' is getting a new spot for artisan doughnuts, and some of its unique flavors might have you double taking at its menu. Christine Nordstrom will open her first St. Pete location of Five-O...
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No Age drummer Dean Spunt brings rare solo gig to to Tampa this month
L.A.-based noise-rock duo No Age just dropped People Helping People its first album entirely created and produced by band members only. For such a short album, it’s a twisting, turning lo-fi...
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Fresh off holiday single, songwriter Kristopher James plays pre-Christmas set...
At this point, you’re no fan of the Tampa Bay Americana scene if you’ve never experienced the rich vocal of Kristopher James, who plays the Arts Room at the Tampa Edition hotel (stylized "EDITION") on...
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27 of the best live music events and concerts coming to Tampa Bay this weekend
Santa, or whoever breaks into your house over the holidays, left a bunch of great concerts for you, and we've rounded up some of the best shows happening in Tampa Bay from Dec. 15-22. The shows below...
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Tampa Tiger Bay Club celebrates 40 years of political discourse at Friday...
There are some who say that the notion of bringing people of different political philosophies together for civil discourse is antiquated. Tampa Tiger Bay Club gets pretty close, and on Friday, Dec. 16...
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St. Pete’s Wild Child hosts an exclusive Chanukah pop-up next week
One of the most popular restaurants in St. Pete will soon host an exclusive Chanukah dinner, chock full of modern takes on traditional Jewish holiday dishes and drinks. This special event takes place...
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Ten major issues in Florida's recent property insurance overhaul
Florida lawmakers this week held a special session and passed a 105-page bill aimed at stabilizing the state’s troubled property-insurance system. The bill (SB 2-A) deals with numerous issues,...
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Florida Gov. DeSantis says he's ‘ready to sign’ abortion ‘heartbeat bill’
Changes may be afoot yet again for Florida’s laws regarding reproductive rights. During a press conference in Fort Lauderdale Thursday, Gov. Ron DeSantis was asked if he would “take the lead” on the...
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August hearing set for sexual-misconduct case involving Clearwater Republican...
An administrative law judge Thursday scheduled an August hearing in an ethics case involving sexual-misconduct allegations against former state Sen. Jack Latvala, R-Clearwater. Judge Hetal Desai...
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Florida's insurance commissioner resigns amid state's property insurance crisis
After lawmakers this week passed an overhaul of the state’s property-insurance system, Florida Insurance Commissioner David Altmaier on Thursday submitted his resignation to Gov. Ron DeSantis....
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New Port Richey police chief defends cops who made Holocaust joke and prayed...
New Port Richey’s police chief was asked to address city council last month after officers were caught praying with a far right extremist group and after another incident involving an officer who made...
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Pete’s all-day cafe heads to Ybor City, Shortwave Coffee opens at Sparkman...
Openings Shortwave Coffee Sparkman Wharf is a go-to spot for street tacos, Asian fusion and gourmet hot dogs, but the downtown Tampa hotspot's newest addition is of the caffeinated variety.
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Ron DeSantis promises constitutional carry will finally come to Florida
Florida’s Governor is locked and loaded and ready for constitutional carry legislation in the 2023 Legislative Session. During a Friday press conference, Ron DeSantis left little ambiguity about his...
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Florida Gov. DeSantis signs property insurance, hurricane bills
Anticipating the need for more legislation about the state’s troubled property-insurance system, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed bills intended to stabilize the insurance industry and provide...
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Tampa gas prices dip below $3 ahead of holiday travel
Getting ready to hit the road for the holidays? Here’s some good news: The average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline continues to drop toward $3 in Florida and is lower than a year ago.
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Walmart launches drone delivery service for select Tampa Bay stores
Don't be alarmed if you see a bag of hot dogs and diapers flying through the air, because a handful of Tampa Bay Walmarts are now offering a new drone delivery service. In partnership with DroneUp, a...
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The Tampa Bay Bucs offense has stooped to new levels of ineptitude
The Bucs jumped out to an early 17-3 lead in the first half on Sunday afternoon. All was good. The offense was humming, and the defense had forced a pick from Cincinnati's golden boy quarterback Joe...
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St. Petersburg health committee tables reproductive rights resolution until...
Even before the overturning of Roe v. Wade, protections for Floridians seeking reproductive care have eroded in recent years. That’s why St. Pete City council member Richie Floyd wants the city to...
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