11.05.2024

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87 | 40% chance of precipitation

Sunrise 6:44 a.m. | Sunset 5:42 p.m.

Tides | Old Tampa Bay | Low: 11:32 p.m.

Clearwater Beach | High: 2:51 p.m. | Low: 7:46 a.m. + 6:31 p.m.

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What’s new, TBAY?

A drone shot of the overhead of the tattered Tropicana Field roof after Hurricane Milton.

The 100+ mph winds tore up the Trop’s roof. | Photo by City of St. Petersburg

We get it, staying on top of everything going on in Tampa + the Burg is an absolute beast. Luckily, you have us.

Here’s what you missed on this week’s episode of TBAYtoday:

Tropicana Field repairs

Hurricane Milton’s 100+ mph winds ripped the Trop’s roof to absolute shreds. But what comes next?

St. Pete City Council just approved spending an initial ~$6.5 million to fix the roof. Hennessy Construction Services Corp. and BMS CAT LLC will get started on emergency waterproofing services and remediation to stop further damage.

This is the first step in the process of saving the stadium, and the steps St. Pete takes will influence how much their insurance adjuster gives the city for repairs.

Yes it is. | Photo by TBAYtoday

Election Day

The day has finally arrived. If you’re voting today, we’ve put together a guide to what + who’s on the ballot, and where to cast your ballot.

PSTA is offering free rides to the polls. All you have to do is tell the driver your polling location or flash your American flag emblazoned “I Voted” sticker. Hillsborough County residents should bring their valid voter information card to ride city transportation for free.

And after you submit your ballot, keep an eye on WTSP’s Voter Toolkit for timely updates and results.

Damages to parks

How did St. Pete’s beloved parks fare during the back-to-back hurricanes? City leaders reported during last week’s council meeting that Boyd Hill, Lake Maggiore Park, Maximo Park, and Dell Homes Park suffered the most damage during the pair of storms, according to St. Pete Catalyst.

All parks have reopened, but 11 city playgrounds remain closed. Leaders warn that your favorite pocket of paradise might look substantially different. For example, Boyd Hill lost 600 trees due to wind.

And the cleanup will take awhile — there’s about 2,000 trees down across the city.

Asked

How often do you visit our local parks?

A. All the time
B. A few times a month
C. Every once in a while
D. Rarely

Let us know

Events

Tuesday, Nov. 5

Happy Hour Yoga | 5:30 p.m. | Armature Works | Free | Join with Cocoon Yoga + Movement Studio for a flow, followed by a cocktail or two — yogis get 10% off at Bar AW after class.

DIY Silversmith Ring Making Workshop | 6:30-9 p.m. | AR Workshop Tampa | $150 | Learn how to craft your dream statement ring, from shaping the metal to adding personalized touches.

Wednesday, Nov. 6

Mayor’s Food Truck Fiesta | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Square at Lykes Gaslight Park, Tampa | Price of purchase | Spruce up your lunch break with eats from a local food truck at this monthly event.

“Moulin Rouge” | 7:30 p.m. | The Straz Center, Tampa | $51 | The iconic show takes you back to Paris in 1899, where a man falls in love with a singer at the Moulin Rouge.

Cyndi Lauper | 8 p.m. | Amalie Arena | $26+ | If you “Want to Have Fun,” head to downtown Tampa for the iconic singer-songwriter’s farewell tour.

Thursday, Nov. 7

Holiday Gift Market | 6-10 p.m. | Florida State Fairgrounds Special Events Center | $12 | Knock out your holiday shopping list at this massive market featuring 200+ vendors.

Uchi X Arts Club Takeover | 6-11 p.m. | The Tampa EDITION | Price of purchase | Experience a taste of Miami’s culinary scene with an array of sushi, sashimi, and other artfully-crafted dishes.

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News Notes

Weather

Forecasters are watching Tropical Storm Rafael, which formed yesterday. The National Hurricane Center expects the storm to grow into a hurricane before making landfall in Cuba, and Florida could see impacts near the end of the week. (WTSP)

Transit

Calling all Ybor residents and commuters. Be advised that N. 14 to N. 34 Streets are currently closed through Friday, Nov. 8 due to railroad maintenance on the CSX lines.

Announced

Speaking of the Trop, the Savannah Bananas’ will now take the field at Raymond James Stadium instead. This will be the first time the high-flying crew has played — cough performed — at an NFL stadium. The game is booked for March 2025. Join the ticket interest list. (ABC Action News)

Legacy

This one’s for you, coach. USF Basketball honored the late Coach Abdur-Rahim this past weekend. The late coach, father, and husband not only led a record-breaking season in his first year on the job, but also “spoke life into people.” The student section at the Yuengling Center will now bear his name. (WUSF News)

Real Estate

Now you can live in the Stovall House. Okay, not quite. But a home designed by the private social club’s architect is now on the market for a cool $1.55 million. Built by Harry “Bo” MacEwen, the property sits on Half Moon Lake and boasts four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and ample grand living space. (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)

Ranked

No. 95. That’s where Tampa Bay ranked on RentCafe’s “Most Livable Metros in 2024” list. Researchers looked at factors like the area’s economy and quality of life. Check out the full list. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

Sports

Dig into the Lightning’s injury replacement options on offense. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Lightning with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

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