St. Petersburg issues RFP for study on replacing Duke Energy
Responding to advocacy by the City Council and community groups, the City of St. Petersburg released a request for proposal (RFP) Friday for a feasibility study on the creation of a municipal utility to replace Duke Energy. “The City of St. Petersburg, Florida (“City”) is seeking the services of qualified...
Local fave Pete’s Bagels opens new bagel shop and cafe in Tarpon Springs
The beloved local bagel brand Pete’s Bagels is now open on the downtown Tarpon Springs waterfront, marking more than just a new brick-and-mortar location, but evidence that small, local businesses are thriving in Pinellas County. The first-ever outpost for Pete’s in Tarpon Springs officially made its debut on...
BOGO apps at this downtown St. Pete brewpub are the tastiest deal around
If you’re trying to save money but still want to enjoy yourself, you can have your nachos and eat them too, thanks to Voodoo Brewing Co. The downtown St. Pete brewpub is serving up one of February’s best dining deals. For a limited time only, enjoy buy one, get one free appetizers every Monday–Thursday throughout...
We Found Florida’s Most Legendary Grouper Sandwich Hiding Inside This Laid-Back Beach Shack
Cross the Dunedin Causeway and it already feels like you are heading toward one of Florida’s best-kept seafood secrets. The Gulf breeze picks up, the colors get brighter, and suddenly there is a laid-back little shack that people will drive miles for — all because of one legendary grouper sandwich.
International Plaza set for major redevelopment
Simon Property Group plans to invest more than $250 million to redevelop three of its flagship shopping centers, including International Plaza in Tampa, as part of a broader push to elevate luxury retail environments in high-growth markets. The announcement was made Feb. 4, following Simon’s full acquisition of the...
Lyft driver accused of choking and threatening to kill passenger
TAMPA, Fla. - A Lyft driver has been arrested after he allegedly choked and threatened to kill a passenger in his car, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. The investigation began on October 8, 2025, after a woman reported that her Lyft driver pulled into a grassy area and put the car in park.
Retired Army soldier hit and killed by car on MacDill Air Force Base
TAMPA, Fla. — A retired Army soldier was hit and killed by a car around 10 p.m. Tuesday on MacDill Air Force Base, military officials confirmed. MacDill officials told 10 Tampa Bay News the driver remained at the scene. They say the soldier’s identity will be released 24 hours after their next of kin is notified.
Pinellas Park Plato Academy Teacher Behind Bars After Investigation Into Student ‘Grooming’
PINELLAS PARK, Fla. — A teacher and coach at Plato Academy was arrested Tuesday following a multi-month investigation into allegations of inappropriate conduct with students. Brett A. Caskey, 41, was taken into custody by the Pinellas Park Police Department on February 3, 2026, and charged with one count of Lewd or...
Darden to transform 4 Bahama Breeze eateries in region
Darden Restaurants will rebrand all four of its regional Bahama Breeze Island Grille locations in the next 18 months as part of a move to eliminate the chain. The four local restaurants — in Tampa, Lutz, Brandon and Fort Myers — are among 14 Bahama Breeze locations that will remain open as the remaining 14 are shut...
The Vinoy launches a new monthly, waterfront market at the historic resort
A new event is bringing together two of St. Pete’s favorite things: history and local markets. The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club announced the launch of The Vinoy Sunday Market, a curated monthly market taking place on the waterfront at the storied resort. The new market is part of...
