Bern’s marks 70 years with La Segunda collaboration
Bern’s Steak House has outlasted strip malls, recessions and restaurant trends. This year, it turns 70. The celebration starts with something simple: a steak sandwich. From March 1-7, Bern’s is partnering with La Segunda Bakery on a limited-time sandwich that brings two Tampa family businesses together. The sandwich...
Friendly Tavern reopens in St. Pete Beach
The historic Reddington Shores bar officially reopened last week with a ribbon-cutting after its soft relaunch on Thanksgiving The post Friendly Tavern reopens in St. Pete Beach appeared first on Creative Loafing Tampa .
People Are Driving Across Tampa Bay Just To Chase This Smash Burger Truck
Hours vary; verify the current schedule via the Find The Truck page before you go. In sun‑splashed St. Pete, Tower 10 Burger has become the kind of food truck locals gush about to friends, then secretly hope not everyone hears about. 😏. Drawing on a 70‑year family burger legacy,...
Florida Basks in Near-80 Degree Valentine’s Day Warmth as Gainesville, Orlando and Tampa Hit...
FLORIDA — Valentine’s Day is shaping up to feel more like late April than mid-February across the Sunshine State, with widespread warm temperatures pushing toward — and in several cities reaching — the 80-degree mark Saturday afternoon. Forecast highs show much of the peninsula turning distinctly...
John’s Pass ‘beach’ to be removed as $1.5M dredging project begins to improve safety
Crews have begun a long-awaited dredging project at John’s Pass in Madeira Beach to remove thousands of cubic yards of sand that officials say created dangerous conditions. The project will eliminate a small beach that formed under the bridge, an area described by local leaders as a hotspot for water rescues.
Pinellas County Slashes Lawn Watering To Once A Week As Reservoir Levels Plunge
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – The grass in Pinellas County is about to get a lot thirstier. Following a prolonged stretch of below-average rainfall that has left regional water supplies struggling, the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) has officially triggered a Phase II Water Shortage Order. For...
Pinellas Park officials approve golf carts ordinance
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. -- Pinellas Park leaders have passed a new ordinance defining where you can and cannot drive golf carts. It was a unanimous vote at Tuesday’s city council meeting. The new guidelines allow you to drive golf carts on public streets and roads that are regulated by...
Man shot in the head near St. Pete convenience store; police searching for suspect
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla — Police officers in St. Pete are looking for a suspect who they claim shot a man in the head in the Campbell Park area. According to the St. Petersburg Police Department, the shooting happened around 5 p.m. Wednesday on 9th Avenue South and 16th Street, close to a convenience store.
Parrish man dies after tractor-trailer driver accused of trying to make illegal U-turn on...
SUN CITY CENTER, Fla. - The driver rushed to the hospital after a serious crash involving a tractor-trailer trying to make an illegal U-turn on I-75 has died. The Florida Highway Patrol said the 28-year-old Parrish man was driving a Toyota Corolla when the crash happened on the interstate near the Hillsborough -...
Your guide to St. Pete’s 2026 Winter Pride celebration
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — St. Pete's Winter Pride celebration is set to return for a second year, featuring highlights like drag race, street festivals and an 80s ski lodge bash. Organizers say the overall event, which is from Feb. 15-22, aims to increase visibility, inspire others, promote equality and...

















