This Tampa cultural center sits where a $4,000 train station rescue created the Cigar...
Tampa’s future hung by a thread in 1885. Vicente Martinez Ybor sat in the train station, ready to leave town for good. His deal to buy land from John T. Lesley had just crashed over a $4,000 gap. Tampa was tiny then, with less than 5,000 folks and a...
Nueva Cantina brings authentic Mexican street flavors to downtown Tampa
TAMPA - Nueva Cantina is a Mexican restaurant in downtown Tampa known for its modern take on traditional street food, serving authentic dishes made with local ingredients and Mexican imports. The backstory:. Nueva Cantina first opened its doors in St. Petersburg after rebranding from El Gallo Grande in 2016. The...
Florida Missing Person Alert: Pasco County Deputies Searching for 36-Year-Old Man
Hudson, FL – Deputies in Pasco County are searching for a 36-year-old man who has been reported missing and endangered. According to the Pasco Sheriff’s Office, Thomas McAnulty was last seen Friday around 6:35 p.m. in the Omaha Street area of Hudson. Investigators said McAnulty is described as 6’1” tall, weighing...
Apparent Murder-Suicide in Central Florida Investigated
An apparent murder-suicide in Central Florida is being investigated. Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office detectives assigned to the Robbery & Homicide Unit are investigating a murder-suicide in Dunedin. Deputies responded to Mac Charles Court in Dunedin for a welfare check. Deputies learned 54-year-old Charles Reid Jr....
The Retro Florida Buffet That Hasn’t Touched Its All-You-Can-Eat Menu In Generations
In a world obsessed with the next big food trend and Michelin-starred innovation, Fred’s Market Restaurant in Florida stands out like a culinary anomaly. Their all-you-can-eat buffet, a cornerstone of their offering, hasn’t seen a significant overhaul in generations. This isn’t a critique; it’s a celebration. While...
Illegal Alien Arrested for Interfering with Train, Fighting Law Enforcement in Central Florida
An illegal alien was arrested for interfering with a train and fighting with law enforcement in Central Florida. He struck and kicked a K-9 officer multiple times and he grabbed an officer after being caught. Deputies with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office recently arrested 38-year-old Josue Castaneda-Castro following...
Florida Sheriff Warns Residents About Ongoing Phone Scam
Clearwater, FL – Authorities in Pinellas County are alerting the public to a growing phone scam involving individuals impersonating a sheriff’s deputy named “Captain Stang” and pressuring residents about alleged legal issues. The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office posted the warning Sunday, stating that scammers have...
Pasco Pride Festival moves forward with community support
NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. - Pasco Pride held its annual festival this weekend in downtown New Port Richey, marking a strong show of community resilience. Instead of the usual park setting, organizers worked with local businesses and volunteers to host events across multiple venues, from drag shows at the historic Richey...
10 Massive Secondhand Shops In Florida That Sound Too Good To Be Real
Looking for amazing thrift stores in Florida that offer incredible bargains?. These 10 secondhand shops provide treasure-hunting adventures and budget-friendly finds for savvy shoppers!. 1. Sunshine Thrift Store (Tampa) Have you ever walked into a thrift store and felt like you’d discovered a secret gold mine?....
Tampa Police Team Up with UNF and IPTM for Statewide Safety Campaign to Protect...
The Tampa Police Department is ramping up its efforts to better ensure the safety of pedestrians and bicyclists on city streets. In collaboration with the Institute for Police Technology and Management (IPTM) and The University of North Florida (UNF), the department has committed to a statewide safety campaign, as...
