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2 pit bulls found at Tampa middle school as 'dog dumping' becomes growing trend in Bay Area
TAMPA, Fla. - Pit bulls Biggie and Bertha had their ears cropped for fighting so that adversaries couldn’t grab them with their teeth. It appears the ear cropping was a backyard job done inhumanely. "They give them whiskey or other alcohol to try and dull the pain, but really...
Southwest flight drops to 150 feet over Florida water in third low-altitude incident
A Southwest Airlines flight crew is under investigation for flying dangerously low on approach to Tampa, Fla., dropping to within 150 feet of the water before accelerating to regain altitude.
The 2024 Summer and Fall Tampa Bay food festival guide
2024 has proven to be a delicious year in Tampa – just reference our brand new MICHELIN star restaurants. There are a slew of food festivals coming to Tampa, St. Pete, Plant City, Clearwater, and beyond. Here’s a quick list of upcoming events to keep on your radar. If you’re hungry for more local eats and treats, check out our farmers market guide.
Homeless artist captures San Antonio's skyline, sells paintings to survive
SAN ANTONIO - A local homeless man, Blake Gilliam, captures the heart of the city on canvas - painting the skyline of Downtown San Antonio. I've seen downtown from every angle of the city but I had never noticed this one I guess. I looked over there and I saw it and I said, man that's a perfect view of downtown, I can try to paint that," says Gilliam.
Tampa Uber driver goes viral for her rideshare sing-a-longs
TAMPA, Fla. - If you’re waiting for an Uber and Linda Swann pulls up, you better have your pipes warmed up. Swann, a 63-year-old lab technician, has made a name for herself on TikTok. She has racked up millions of views with her Tampa-based karaoke rideshare setup. "I’m an...
Tampa’s best old school restaurants that just get better with age
Who’s ready to go on a culinary journey through time? Because we’re about to embark on a flavorful adventure through Tampa’s classic eateries. These aren’t just restaurants; they’re institutions that bring award-winning dishes and family recipes to life. Whether you’re in the mood for a loaded burger or an old-school Italian Sunday dinner, we’ve tracked down the top establishments that keep locals coming back for more. Bring your appetite, Tampa, because we’re diving into the city’s tastiest traditions.
The Punch Room at the Tampa EDITION is one of the best bars in America, according to Esquire
The Punch Room at The Tampa EDITION (500 Channelside Dr) has been named one of the best bars in America by Esquire. The outlet praised the bar’s sophisticated nod to Tampa’s rich history of pirates and privateers, seamlessly blending a luxurious ambiance with Caribbean-inspired spirits. It’s open Wednesday...
These Tampa Bay-area beaches are under water quality advisories
TAMPA, Fla. — Florida wouldn't be the "Sunshine State" if it wasn't for the variety of different beaches, including here in the Tampa Bay area. But, before you make any beach plans, officials have water quality advisories issued for some local beaches. The Florida Department of Health has the...
Brian the dog’s legacy lives on in the Tampa Bay theater scene
Matthew McGee wasn’t looking for a dog. It was 2008, and the local actor and drag performer couldn’t imagine having a pet because he was always traveling for work or spending hours at a local theater. But his parents, Greg and Debbie McLeod, encouraged him to get a companion.
The Aquabats! hit Tampa with a fury!
Review: The Aquabats! Finally! Tour with The Aggrolites – Saturday, July 20,2024. The Ritz Ybor, Tampa, Florida was packed in the early evening on Saturday. The Aquabats Cadet Faction were in full force wearing blue spandex shirts and eye masks. The line at the merch table was a mile long as they piled up on buttons, t-shirts, and even children’s clothing. The band’s shows have long been family friendly since many either grown up with the Super Show! series which ran on The Hub Network between 2012 and 2014–or have caught the re-runs on Youtube.
Have Mercy: A Tampa Bay musical fable
It’s sweet, it’s sentimental, it’s even kind of sappy, but Jack Sigler Jr.’s song for his high school girlfriend was, in the summer of 1969, one of the biggest records in the country. “Love (Can Make You Happy)” made it all the way to No. 2 on the national charts, lodged behind the immovable Beatles and “Get Back.”
Feeding Tampa Bay - Epic Chef Competition
A full video of the event will be available in the video player above soon. Join us at the Epicurean Theatre to watch our local elite chefs in action. The heat rises in the kitchen as our chefs receive a mystery box of ingredients that are not commonly prepared together, and are challenged to create a unique, aesthetically pleasing, and delicious dish under the pressure of the clock. As you watch in anticipation, your taste buds will be awakened and your participation will play a part in something much larger happening in our area...the reality that so many do not know where their next meal will come from.
Florida tourists warned not to take selfies with ‘bear clearly not in the mood’
In Tampa, Florida, tourists and residents are being warned by the Walton County Sheriff’s Office to stay away from bears and to keep their distance instead of trying to approach for selfies. According to the Facebook page for the sheriff’s department, deputies have been monitoring a bear on the...
“The Moth” Set To Fly To Tampa’s WUSF
Produced by “The Moth,” Tampa Bay public radio broadcaster WUSF will bring a live storytelling event to the Tampa Theater on October 10. The show will feature a diverse lineup of guests telling personal stories of adventure, struggle, redemption, and creativity. Guests tell their stories without notes in the long tradition of a community gathering around the fire to share their experiences and their culture. University of South Florida-owned WUSF general manager JoAnn Urofsky tells TALKERS, “Events such as this are a key part of our mission to connect residents of Florida with news, information and entertainment that’s meaningful to their lives. These events are also wonderfully fun and a great place for our community to gather and enjoy a great show.” Each show starts with a theme, and the storytellers explore it, often in unexpected ways. Novelist George Dawes Green founded “The Moth” in 1997. The native Georgian wanted to recreate in New York City the feeling of sultry summer evenings when moths were attracted to the light on the porch where he and his friends would gather to tell spellbinding tales. Each story is true and every voice is authentic. “The Moth” has hosted these events in other cities including New York, Los Angeles, Boston, Seattle, and Denver.
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