Will Publix be open on Easter in 2026?
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Those who find themselves craving a “pub sub” for Easter dinner this Sunday will be disappointed, as the grocery chain announced that all of its stores and pharmacies will be closed for the holiday. Easter is celebrated by Christians across the world after...
🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in Saint Petersburg Right Now
Looking for something useful or fun without spending a dime? Here are some great free items currently available around Saint Petersburg — from furniture to outdoor gear and more.
Tampa Bay-area Iranian community reacts to US service members injured since war began
TAMPA, Fla. — Nearly every week for the past month and a half, a community of Iranian-Americans in the Tampa Bay area has gathered in public demonstration, not in protest, supporting the U.S. war in Iran. This weekend, many are expressing gratitude toward American leadership and the military members...
FHP: Two 19-year-olds arrested for fleeing Tampa police, throwing weapon and ammo out of...
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. — Two 19-year-olds are facing charges after they fled from Tampa police officers and threw a gun out of their vehicle during a pursuit, officials say. The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a request from TPD to help locate an Infiniti sedan that fled from officers as the department's aviation...
16 Florida Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurants Locals Can’t Get Enough Of
Florida has a secret menu. It’s not printed anywhere. You won’t find it on a billboard or a tourist brochure. It lives inside a converted gas station off a county road, or behind a screen door that slaps shut every time someone walks in. The state is full...
ALERT: Emergency Search Underway Near SR 56 and Mansfield Boulevard in Wesley Chapel
A large law enforcement search was underway Saturday evening, April 4, 2026, in the area of State Road 56 and Mansfield Boulevard as the Pasco Sheriff’s Office worked to locate three missing juveniles. As of the latest update, shared at about 6:45 p.m., deputies were asking residents in the area to remain alert and...
Investigation Underway After Hillsborough County Inmate Found Unresponsive In Jail Cell Dies
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – Hillsborough County detectives have opened an investigation following the death of a 34-year-old inmate who was discovered unresponsive inside the Falkenburg Road Jail last week. Nathan Holmberg was found by jail staff on March 30, 2026, prompting an emergency transport to Tampa General...
Bob Lasher, the “Voice of PSTA,” retires after 21 years of service to Pinellas...
You might not necessarily recognize his face. But if you’ve ever ridden a bus in Pinellas County, you’ve heard his voice. For years, Bob Lasher has been the familiar voice behind your rides with Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA), guiding riders through routes, stops, and daily commutes. After officially...
Update: Sprouts Farmers Market at E. Bay Drive in Largo, Florida — What to...
Sprouts Farmers Market operates a location in Largo, Florida at 2156 E. Bay Drive. The store opened in 2025, bringing the specialty grocery chain to Pinellas County and replacing a former Save-A-Lot space within the shopping center. The location focuses on fresh produce, natural foods, bulk items, and prepared...
✍️ Local Dunedin Author Finds Unexpected Success Inspired by Coastal Living
What began as a quiet moment of reflection has turned into a publishing journey for local resident and first-time author Scott Randy Gerber, whose writing was inspired by the charm and character of Dunedin. Gerber’s connection to Dunedin began years ago during a visit to see a friend who had...

















