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From Ed Sheeran to Kingfish: Your Tampa Bay weekend guide (Nov. 5–8)

Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park | 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Downtown Tampa’s favorite free concert series returns to Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park for another evening of live local music under the skyline. Grab a blanket or lawn chair, meet up with friends, and enjoy performances from talented regional artists while taking in the beautiful waterfront setting. It’s the perfect way to ease into the weekend with great music, food, and an energetic community atmosphere.

Tampa, FL · 2d
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Ferg’s Pavilion lists two November tribute concerts in St. Petersburg

Ferg’s Pavilion has two tribute concerts on its November schedule: CRUSH! The Bon Jovi Experience on Friday, Nov. 6, at 7 p.m., and Sabbath / Long Live Ozzy! on Friday, Nov. 13, according to 10 Tampa Bay. A TicketWeb event page also lists Sabbath / Long Live Ozzy! at Ferg’s Pavilion as a free show.

St. Petersburg, FL · 3d
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Controlled Chaos: A Sarasota Artist’s Masterclass in Smoke

Rob Tarbell’s technique—often referred to as pyrofine art or "smoke drawings"—involves using the carbon residue and soot from burning materials to create intricate, photorealistic imagery. Fox 13 photojournalist Barry Wong shows us this unique artwork.

Sarasota, FL · 1d
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Tampa Bay Times

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St. Petersburg’s Shopapalooza returns to Vinoy Park this month with 365 vendors

If you love arts, crafts, local food, acoustic music and family-friendly activities, head to downtown St. Petersburg Nov. 28-29 for a weekend celebrating Small Business Saturday (and Sunday) with 350-plus vendors. The beloved waterfront festival in Vinoy Park is organized by LocalShops1’s Ester Venouziou (and her merry elves who volunteer) and is co-sponsored by the city of St. Petersburg. It’s free and open to the public. (Leashed dogs are welcome.)

St. Petersburg, FL · 2d

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Sun City Center Neighbors Were Ordered to Tear Out HOA-Approved Backyard Fences, and One Disabled Veteran Spent Nearly $8,000 on Hers

Cypress Mill CDD letters ordered Sun City Center homeowners to remove HOA-approved fences from a drainage easement; one veteran paid nearly $8,000.

Sun City Center, FL · 2d

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Holmes Beach Mayor reflects on years of service

HOLMES BEACH, Fla. (WWSB) - The mayor of the City of Holmes Beach released a statement recently to reflect on her years of service, the city’s accomplishments and the future of Holmes Beach as her term comes to an end. According to the City of Holmes Beach, Judy Holmes...

Holmes Beach, FL · 1d

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Sarasota scrambles to adapt to property tax cuts

Amendment 3 passed, leaving Florida municipalities with big questions. Host: Florida voters passed Amendment 3 by a good margin, it will take effect January 1, and now the scramble is on in city halls and county administrations to adapt their budgets to the new reality of substantial property tax cuts. We have a look at what’s next for the City of Sarasota.

Sarasota, FL · 2d

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The 16th annual Shopapalooza is America’s biggest small business celebration

Shopapalooza Festival, one of the biggest shopping events in the Tampa Bay region, is back for its 16th rendition this Thanksgiving weekend. Taking place on Saturday and Sunday, November 28 and 29, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the free vendor market will be held on the waterfront at St. Pete’s Vinoy Park (701 Bayshore Drive NE).

St. Petersburg, FL · 2d

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Fall is in the air: Fresh seafood, cocktails, and marina views are in season at Paul’s Landing

As patio season returns to St. Pete, Paul’s Landing at The Vinoy (501 5th Ave NE) is one of the best places to relax by the water. Set beside the marina at the city’s iconic pink hotel, the restaurant offers seafood, cocktails, and front-row views of boats passing by.

St. Petersburg, FL · 3d

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A Beautiful Suncoast Weekend

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - It was a wet start to November last weekend. SRQ recorded 2.24” of rain. Bradenton had a bit less at 1.60”. The east side of Lakewood Ranch came in at 5.15”. The heaviest rains hit Hardee, Desoto, and Highlands counties. Reports from Hardee and Desoto counties ranged from 5” to near 12”. Lake Placid, in Highlands County, reported 15.30”. Parts of eastern Florida received 15” to 20”.

Florida · 1d

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Trice’s farewell, Entler’s swearing-in a jovial affair amid cloud of Amendment 3

For her first, and final, State of the City address, Sarasota Mayor Debbie Trice skipped the typical speech to play a short film at City Hall. With voice-over from Trice, the clip played like a tourism commercial for the city. She highlighted Sarasota’s recovery from the trio of Hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton that slammed the area in 2024 and pointed to a spike in tourism over the past year. Trice also outlined major infrastructure projects, such as the Lido Beach renourishment and the replacement of a critical water main underneath U.S. 41.

Sarasota, FL · 1d

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Florida’s Manatee Refuge Turns 40. Its Biggest Challenge Lies Ahead

On a cold Florida morning, one of Tampa Bay’s most extraordinary wildlife gatherings can take place beside a power station. Manatees slip into a warm-water canal in Apollo Beach, sometimes by the hundreds, seeking shelter from temperatures that can threaten their survival. Tampa Electric’s Manatee Viewing Center has opened...

Apollo Beach, FL · 6h

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St. Pete Bikers and Artists Team Up Saturday to Fund Free Laundry for Families

A motorcycle raffle and a display of helmet artwork are teaming up this Saturday to raise money for a Tampa-born nonprofit that provides free laundry services to families who can't afford them. The Soap N' Hope Charity Helmet Art Show runs from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at VooDoo Brewery in St. Petersburg, with proceeds benefiting Current Initiatives, the organization behind the long-running Laundry Project.

St. Petersburg, FL · 2d

Florida Today

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Merritt Island Christian wins thriller, advances to state semifinals

MERRITT ISLAND — In the playoffs, a series of individual plays could make all the difference of advancing or going home. That was on full display on Nov. 6 for Merritt Island Christian in the SSAA 8-man state playoffs versus 2025 state runner-up Bradenton Christian. The top-seeded Cougars fell behind by double-digits early, rallied to take the lead only for Bradenton Christian to have a shot to win it on the final possession. In a game featuring 101 total points, it was the Cougars' defense that made the biggest play of the game, stopping Bradenton Christian 20 yards short of a game-winning touchdown in a 51-50 win. “I can’t even begin to tell you how proud I am of this team,” Merritt Island Christian head coach Josh Babin said. “Every single player, whether they’re a starter or a role player, they’re phenomenal. It’s just been an amazing season.” Cougars defense makes final stand In a high-scoring game, Merritt Island Christian’s defense made some timely stops. The Cougars forced three turnovers on downs with two leading to touchdowns and one preserving a lead. “It’s bend, but don’t break. We knew they were going to score. I think the thing that impresses

Merritt Island, FL · 1d

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St. Petersburg voters elect 2 LGBTQ+ city council members

Gabriel Hament (L) and Dr. Linsey Grove. (Photos via each campaign’s Facebook.) ST. PETERSBURG | Public defender Gabriel Hament and public health practitioner Dr. Linsey Grove will respectively represent Districts 2 and 6 on St. Petersburg City Council, voters determined Nov. 3. The LGBTQ+ winners had different paths to...

St. Petersburg, FL · 2d

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St. Pete greenlights disputed Chick-fil-A expansion

St. Petersburg City Council voted 7-1 Thursday to clear the way for a contested Chick-fil-A redevelopment on 4th Street North, overturning an earlier rejection despite concerns about the residents and small businesses that could be displaced. The Nov. 5 decision approved land-use and zoning changes for a portion of the...

St. Petersburg, FL · 1d

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The James Museum spotlights Native American culture with first celebration

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The James Museum of Western and Wildlife Art will host its first Native American Heritage Month celebration Sunday, Nov. 8, with free admission, live artist demonstrations, storytelling and family activities. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The James Museum in St....

St. Petersburg, FL · 1d

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SPHA Proposes Redevelopment of ‘Clearview Park Apartments’ at 3200 37th Avenue North, St. Petersburg, Florida

As it stands, Clearview Park Apartments in St. Petersburg hosts 22 garden-style apartments built in the early 1980s. However, a new initiative is in the works to expand the community’s density by 194 percent. Plans call for renovating 18 of the existing apartments and demolishing four to make way...

St. Petersburg, FL · 2d

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Walk through Halloween Fest at USFSP

USF St. Petersburg hosted its fifth annual Halloween Fest community event on Oct. 30. The event was open to all ages as St. Petersburg came together for a spooktacular night. Tents and candy spread across campus, with decorations strewn through the main courtyard and the University Student Center, all with an appropriate rebrand. Beginning at 5:30 p.m., Harborwalk activities included Tent-or-Treat, Face Painting, LED Pumpkins and Rocky’s Field Goal.

St. Petersburg, FL · 21h

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Local party chiefs weigh in on mid-term election outcomes

GOP’s Jack Brill: ‘We’re about the only ones left right now’. Following the blue tsunami, Florida is now a red island, and Sarasota is a dark red spot within that island. WSLR’s Ed James III spoke with party leaders. Ed James III: Tuesday’s midterm general...

Sarasota County, FL · 2d