Quarterback Baker Mayfield is back for the 2025-2026 season. | Photo by Tampa Bay Buccaneers
ICYMI, the Bucs are so back. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers kicked off Training Camp last week with standout performances from the rookies — and also officially introduced the cheerleaders for the 2025-2026 season. The goal? Bring home another Super Bowl trophy.
Want in on the pre-season action? Snag tickets for the public training day this Friday, Aug. 1, or for She Is Football Day on Tuesday, Aug. 5 — a special event celebrating and empowering women in the sport with behind-the-scenes access and fan experiences.
The final open practice is Thursday, Aug. 7, featuring a joint session with the visiting Tennessee Titans — digital tickets are required for all practice sessions. Fire those cannons.
Events
Events
Monday, July 28
Drawing the Portrait in Charcoal | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Morean Arts Center | Free | Join this fun charcoal portrait session — learn how to capture form and likeness with expert techniques.
Tuesday, July 29
Paws for Literacy at The Humane Society of Tampa Bay | Tuesday, July 29 | Times vary | Humane Society of Tampa Bay | Free | Sign the kiddos up to spend time with for-adoption animals while improving their reading skills.
Bonsai & Brews | 7-9 p.m. | Cigar City Brewing | $75 | Sip on some top-notch hops while shaping, pruning, and wiring your own miniature tree.
Flavors of Spain Dinner Featuring The Black Pearl | 7-9:30 p.m. | The Dali Museum | $225+ | Indulge in delicacies crafted by Chef Chris Artrip of The Black Pearl, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the award-winning Museum.
Wednesday, July 30
Movie on the Lawn: “Guardians of the Galaxy” | 8:30-11 p.m. | Armature Works | Free admission | Roll out a blanket and settle in for an epic night under the stars with this fan-favorite Marvel film — arrive early to snag snacks from the food truck.
Thursday, July 31
Early Access & Oktoberfest First Pour Event | 4-10 p.m. | Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen | Free | Register to be among the first to raise a stein for this brewery’s seasonal Märzen-style beer — plus, the first 75 guests will score exclusive Oktoberfest swag.
St. Pete ended the Rays stadium deal — last week, the city formally cut ties with the Rays and Hines after delays, cost overruns, and Hurricane Milton damage. With plenty of public fatigue around the stadium saga, St. Pete will move forward with redeveloping the Historic Gas Plant District on its own. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Announced
Over the weekend, plant-based food truck Nana’s Rooted (@nanas.rooted) served up its final dishes at Tampa’s Food Truck Culture. Anisa Mejia announced a relocation from the Bay — follow along on Instagram for what’s next. In the meantime, check out our roundup of vegan and vegetarian spots. (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)
Edu
School’s almost back in session, and Florida’s back-to-school tax break runs for all of August — which means no sales tax on supplies, clothes under $100, and even personal-use tech under $1,500. Bonus: The Tampa Bay Times rounded up a list of supply drives and back-to-school events in the area.
Mansion Monday
A Tierra Verde waterfront estate is making waves. Boasting four bedrooms, four full and two half baths, and 5,500+ sqft of spacious interior (over 10,700 sqft under roof), this custom beauty has luxe outdoor lanais, a Pebbletec pool with spas, and a dock ready for all your water toys... but it comes with a hefty price tag. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Ranked
In case you missed it, the Bay is having its main character moment. According to Kayak, Tampa is the top trending US travel destination this summer. If you’re wondering why, just take one look at our waterfront views (and food scene). (That’s so Tampa)
Trending
❤️ sending love. According to data from Emojipedia, the classic red heart is the most popular emoji in the US. If you’re looking for reasons to use that heart more, perhaps it’s time to start exploring some local date night ideas. (Quartz)
Sports
Training camp kicked off last week for the Bucs, and on day two, the defense + rookies stole the show. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
The Word
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Jobs
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Home
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Finance
More central banks are stocking up on gold. Want in on the gold rush? Gold IRAs can be a good way to own physical gold while taking advantage of IRA tax breaks. Prospect for gold — no miner’s helmet needed.*
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The airport commissioned the sculpture for $520,000. | Photo by @iamkhiemtang
TPA’s Instagram is cleared for laughs. From flight delay jokes to gate-side memes, their feed has been serving travel humor with zero baggage.
But they also know how to take care of business. Recently, they shared updates on the Red Express Curbside expansion, noting “this space at TPA will open in the coming weeks” and highlighting exciting upcoming works of art.
So, while you’re LOL-ing at posts like... whatever this is, don’t miss our Tampa International Airport guide — packed with parking pro tips, security shortcuts, and the best bites before you board (spoiler: we’re standing in line at Buddy Brew for an iced latte and everything bagel).
This best-selling titanium cutting board. Take this as your cue to swap out your grimy old cutting boards for this highly rated upgrade — praised by reviewers for its easy cleanup, durability, and everyday functionality.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Looking for more ways to include your furry friend in the fun, without testing your wits or melting in the heat? We’ve rounded up plenty more summer tips for Tampa Bay dogs.
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