Caddy’s Treasure Island reopens with fully renovated ground floor, rooftop patio after hurricane damage
When Hurricanes Helene and Milton arrived in the fall of 2024, they didn’t just damage Caddy’s Treasure Island. They buried it. Storm surge smashed through the bottom floor and left a layer of sand three to four feet deep. Four bars were either destroyed or simply gone. Walls and floors needed to be replaced. The...
Beloved Tampa meteorologist Andy Johnson passes away
TAMPA, Fla. - Former FOX 13 Meteorologist Andy Johnson has died. His family describes him as a beloved husband, scientist, mentor, colleague, and friend whose life and career left an indelible mark on the Tampa Bay community and on the field of meteorology. The backstory:. Andy was the principal of...
First phase of the Clearwater Beach Marina replacement project nearly complete
CLEARWATER, Fla. — The Clearwater Beach Marina replacement project will receive a $4 million grant from the state to build a new floating fuel facility and install a new bulkhead. Florida’s Department of Environmental Protection awarded the city a Resilient Florida program grant. Every ride on the Tropics...
This Charming Gulfport Hideaway Is a Go-To for Authentic Italian Dishes and Cozy Courtyard...
There is a little corner of Gulfport, Florida, where the smell of fresh bread and garlic drifting through the evening air is enough to stop you mid-stride. A rustic courtyard lit by soft twinkle lights, the sound of laughter spilling out from covered porches, and plates loaded with homemade pasta that taste like...
Affidavit: Palm Harbor man arrested for misusing 911 to report $15 theft at bar
PALM HARBOR, Fla. — A Palm Harbor man was arrested early April 2 after deputies said he repeatedly misused the 911 system to report a non-emergency complaint. According to a Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office arrest affidavit, David Warner, 48, called 911 claiming a bartender at BAR 23fifty on Curlew Road stole $15...
This No-Frills Florida Donut Shop Has Apple Fritters That Will Ruin All Others
Tucked away on Park Boulevard in Pinellas Park sits a donut shop that’s been quietly ruining people’s standards for apple fritters since it opened its doors. Fray’s Donut House doesn’t need flashy marketing or Instagram-worthy interiors because their apple fritters speak for themselves—and once you bite into one,...
St. Petersburg Police Arrest Suspect in Fatal Coquina Key Arson
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Detectives with the St. Petersburg Police Department have arrested a suspect in connection with a fatal house fire in the Coquina Key neighborhood that left one person dead and another seriously injured. According to investigators, 18-year-old Angelina Anderson died following the fire, which...
Brothers bring Philly diner know-how to Tyrone Boulevard
ST. PETERSBURG — Philadelphia is known as "The City of Brotherly Love." John and Paul Hazakis have brought their own brand of brotherly love — honed in diners across Philadelphia and Pennsylvania — to Hot Spot Diner, 4045 Tyrone Blvd. Hot Spot opened in February, replacing First...
This Casual Florida Seafood Restaurant Is Famous For Its All-You-Can-Eat Crab Legs
Tucked along Gandy Boulevard in St. Petersburg, Florida, The Crab Shack is a beloved seafood spot that has been drawing locals and visitors alike for years. Known for its laid-back, no-frills vibe and incredibly fresh seafood, this casual restaurant has earned a loyal following with a 4.3-star rating from over 3,000...
Discover the ADDICTIVE Flavors of St. Pete’s Best Burger Bar in St. Petersburg, FL
56 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St N, Saint Petersburg, FL 33705. Open Sun–Mon 11:30 AM–10 PM | Tue–Sat 11:30 AM–12 AM. You know a neighborhood loves a place when people happily wait for barstools and still call it a hidden gem. At Engine No 9...

















