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14+ big spring discounts
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Discounts as steep as 80% start today, with the sale ending Monday, March 31. | Graphic by 6AM City
Amazon’s Big Spring Sale kicks off today. Shop our tech, apparel, and home recommendations:

Can’t-miss appliance deals

eufy robot vacuum | $249.99 $129.99 | Get $100+ off this best-selling vacuum that picks up dust, hair, and debris without you lifting a finger.

Smart door lock | $229.99 $129.99 | A keyless door lock that’s easy to install and use with fingerprint recognition and Apple Home Key integration.

SAMSUNG The Frame TV | $1,997.99 $1,297.99 | Transform your living room into a work of art with the popular Frame TV.

Apparel deals

Butterluxe high-waisted leggings | $32 $27.20 | These best-selling leggings are soft, flattering, and stretchy without being see-through.

Floral ruffle skort | $29.99 $22.79 | The ultimate spring wardrobe piece: a flowy, chiffon skirt that’s secretly shorts, too.

Arch support flip-flops | $19.99 $13.98 | These No. 1 best-selling women’s flip-flops feature a cushioned yoga mat footbed.

Health and beauty deals

Exfoliating wash cloth | $17.49 $13.99 | A game-changing body scrubber, as seen in Vogue.

Crest Whitestrips | $45.99 $29.99 | Get $15 off the tried-and-true whitening strips.

Professional air styling system | $144.99 $112.98 | This multi-styler can curl, straighten, or volumize hair.

Home deals

Memory foam mattress | $229.98 $132.98 | Cooling gel + certified memory foam come together for a dreamy sleep.

Vacuum storage bags | $29.99 $19.99 | Get a 20-pack of space-saving vacuum storage bags.

2-in-1 olive oil dispenser | $14.99 $8.99 | Turn oil into a steady drizzle or a sprayable mist with this highly rated dispenser.

Tech deals

Wireless phone charger and car mount | $25.99 $22.09 | A fast-charging phone mount for your dashboard or windshield.

Mini outdoor movie projector | $109.99 $59.99 | Connect your smartphone to this portable, HD projector for movie nights under the stars.

Note: Deals are subject to change.
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Events

Tuesday, March 25

Oxford Exchange Wedding Showcase | 6-8:30 p.m. | Oxford Exchange | $10 | Kick off wedding season by checking out an array of Tampa Bay’s best wedding vendors at the downtown bookstore.

Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Pittsburgh Penguins | 7 p.m. | Amalie Arena | $38+ | Watch as our Bolts take on Sidney Crosby and crew on their quest to the Stanley Cup playoffs.

Wednesday, March 26

Blooming Business: Accelerating Women Entrepreneurs | 8:30-11 a.m. | Sunken Gardens, St. Petersburg | Free | Get ready to bloom in full force with educational sessions, networking opportunities, and skill enhancement within the tropical paradise.

2025 City Hall On Tour: Stop #1 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | The Coliseum | Free | Ask key city leaders, including St. Pete Mayor Ken Welch, questions about the city’s $160 million in Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery funds.

Movie on the Lawn: “The Sandlot” | 6-10 p.m. | Armature Works | Free | Tow the lawn chairs and blankets along for a screening of the summertime classic, but leave the Beast at home — reserved seating with popcorn is available for $10.

Thursday, March 27

“Mean Girls: The Musical” | 7 p.m. | Ruth Eckerd Hall | $35+ | Pull on some pink threads to follow Cady Heron’s hilarious quest to end the queen of the mean girls’ reign.

Friday, March 28

The Space Between | 6-9 p.m. | Via Corazon, Water Street Tampa | $35+ | Jam out to the musical stylings of Gina Chavez as she blends indie, soul, and folk influences at this outdoor show.

Saturday, March 29

The Heights Classic 2025 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Rogers Park Golf Course | $125+ | Join golfers of all skill levels — i.e. handicaps — for a springtime round at the public Cigar City course.
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News Notes

Community

Pinellas County leaders want your input on how the area should spend $813.78 million in hurricane recovery funds. The bulk of The US Department of Housing and Urban Development money must go toward low- to middle-income households. Take a survey or attend a public meeting to weigh in. (St. Pete Catalyst)

Civic

St. Pete City Council will vote on whether to replace Tropicana Field’s roof on Thursday, April 3. The vote was pushed back a week to work on “contractual details” for the ~$22.7 million repair. City staff say this will not impact the repair timeline. (Tampa Bay Times)

Sports

Speaking of the Rays, Shane McClanahan will miss the start of the season due to a triceps irritation. The good news? He’ll likely be back soon. The Rays plan to slot Ryan Pepiot in as the Opening Day starter. (Tampa Bay Times)

Announced

Another TBAY bridge may need a fresh look. The National Transportation Safety Board said the Sunshine Skyway needs an “immediate vulnerability assessment” in a new report. The board recommends the bridge’s owner evaluate whether the 1987 structure is up to the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials standards. (St. Pete Catalyst)

Travel

Pinellas County raked in $8.29 million in January thanks to tourists in the area — a 1.65% increase from 2023. That’s despite the months-long hurricane cleanup + rebuilding process. Officials expect the earnings to go up with 1,400+ rooms reopening later this year. (Tampa Bay Times)

Sports

Can the Lightning move up to the top, or will they end up as a wild card? Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Rays with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

    Number

    $1,300. That’s how much money per year you could save on car insurance, according to a 2024 survey. Are you overspending? View Money’s best car insurance list to compare providers.*

    Stat

    One. Just one step — that’s all it takes to advertise your next event, biz announcement, or real estate listing with us through our self-service ad portal. The best part? You can get it up and running in just two days.

    Transit

    Roll the tapes back to 1960, please
    An aerial view of the Howard Frankland Bridge in 1960 shows the long bridge connecting Tampa and St. Pete surrounded by dark blue water.
    An aerial view of the Howard Frankland Bridge in 1960. | Photo via Florida Memory
    The new Howard Frankland Bridge opens today, kicking off a whole new era for some 250,000 cars taking on the journey each day.

    It’s kind of a big deal. The ~$865 million project is the most expensive in Sunshine State history and the longest in square footage.

    After five years of construction, the new and improved Howard Frankenstein features eight lanes — four for normal traffic, and four express lanes — plus a parallel bicycle/pedestrian pathway.

    Let’s take a look back at TBAY when the bridge opened 60+ years ago:

    1960

    • Tampa was helmed by Mayor Julian Barnes Lane, who oversaw the paving of 200+ miles of streets and the desegregation of two local schools during his tenure. The Burg was led by Mayor Edward F. Brantley.
    • Black students, a lawyer, and a pastor staked out spots at the bar at the F.W. Woolworth on Franklin Street in late February, starting the legendary sit-in.
    • Tampa’s population was 274,970, and St. Pete’s population came in at 181,298, according to US Census data.

    The Buy
    Amazon’s Big Spring Sale may last until Monday, March 31, but some of the best discounts are for one-day only. These are some of today’s best Lightning Deals:

    ⚡ A car trunk organizer that’s available in five different sizes.
    ⚡ This best-selling lumbar pillow that helps relieve back pain.
    ⚡ These outdoor Bluetooth speakers that are less than $75.
    More limited-time deals

    The Wrap
    Last week, we shared updates on one of the latest ongoing projects in Tampa’s new Gasworx development. But we were most interested to hear your input.

    Our readers said they were most excited for the new stores and greenspace included in the 6 million-sqft development. What shops and businesses would you like to see there? Let us know.

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