"Our City. Our Airport,” a new documentary digging into the history and impact of Albert Whitted Airport premieres next week. Sit back and learn how TBAY became the birthplace of commercial aviation — yes, our St. Pete — and how the waterfront airport is intertwined with life in the Sunshine City.
The Pinellas County Housing Authority wants to build housing for low-income seniors on one of the Trop’s parking lots. The seven-story tower would boast 80 units, giving preference to “seniors who formerly resided in the Historic Gas Plant District.” (Tampa Bay Times)
Edu
The USF Board of Trustees just approved Moez Limayem as the university’s next president. The former dean spent a decade building up the school’s Muma College of Business. The selection still needs to be approved by the Florida Board of Governors. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Sports
The Bucs suffered a huge loss — besides the game — on Monday. Wide receiver Mike Evans broke his collarbone and got a concussion in the first half of the game. Coach Todd Bowles expects Evans will likely be out for most of the season. (St. Pete Catalyst)
Announced
The SunRunner is losing part of its lane along Pasadena Avenue. The Florida Department of Transportation is removing the designated lane along the state road, but the rest of the bus’ lanes on city roads will remain intact. (Tampa Bay Times)
Show
In case you somehow forgot, Tampa-grown, Grammy-winning rapper Doechii plays the Yuengling Center this weekend. Creative Loafing checks in on whether labels are signing other up-and-coming Cigar City acts after her success — and Doechii told the industry to look at TBAY. (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)
Try This
The Taste of Latino Food Festival returns this Saturday, Oct. 26 from 12-6 p.m. Head to Ybor City’s Centennial Park to munch on tons of eats, watch a chef showdown and dances, and shop local vendors. Best of all: It’s free. (That’s So Tampa)
Eat
Two of Editor Bailey’s faves are collabing this weekend. Cheeky’s is serving SuperNatural Food & Wine’s beloved and award-winning sourdough donuts this Sunday, Oct. 27. Make a reservation.
Quoted
“Now that people are being arrested, vehicles towed and impounded, that’s hopefully changing.” That’s what a spokesperson for the Florida Highway Patrol unit headquartered in Orlando said about the effects of the state’s new “super speeder” law on drivers. Wait what’s the law again?(Tampa Bay Times)
Ranked
The Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 honored multiple of TBAY’s sparkling hotels. The Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa was named the Top Resort in Florida. The JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa followed closely behind at No. 2. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Plan Ahead
We love an excuse to peek around other people’s houses — especially in Hyde Park. Conveniently, tickets just went on sale for the Annual Old Hyde Park Home Tour. This year’s event features restored bungalows, historic mansions, Mediterranean Revival homes, Gasparilla Music Festival performances, and treats.
Listen
Tampa Bay Lightning’s struggles deepen with back-to-back losses. Can the Bolts turn their season around? The local experts of the Tampa Bay Lightning know better than Editor Bailey.
Home
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Finance
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Listen
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The Buy
A really good eye shadow and liner set that features three dual-tip pencils, each with plush, creamy pigments. The Buy Editor Emily uses the low-maintenance set to create everything from a precise liner to a soft, smudged eye shadow look.
Take in the old school fish shack vibes at Cheeky’s. | Photo by Sarah Maingot
Looking for the next new restaurant hitting Tampa Bay’s food scene? Check out these buzzy places to eat and drink in Tampa + St. Pete — plus, some spots coming soon. Keep tabs on this list to stay ahead of the cuisine curve. And don’t forget to bookmark it.
Newly open
The Oyster Bar, St. Pete | Seafood | Reservations: No
The beloved shuckery just reopened in a brand-new St. Pete spot. Stop by the tavern for raw, Rockefeller, and surf + turf shells.
1983, Tampa | New American | Reservations: Yes
This “neighborhood social hub” serves up casual brunch, family dinner, and casual fare on the expansive outdoor patio.
Coming Soon
Mythos Greek Bistro, St. Pete | Greek | Projected opening date: November 2025
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.
Most of you — a strong 53% — got it. The Tampa Bay Times analyzed 10 years worth of local shows last year and found that the bulk of our concerts are pop country.
Is now a good time to remind you that there’s plenty of country, and rock, pop, rap, blues and other shows across TBAY?
The Wrap
The Wrap
Today’s edition by: Bailey
Gallagher’s opens in September for all of your pumpkin acquisition needs.
Don’t miss the Tampa tradition of checking out the massive pumpkin... err pumpkins at Bearss Grove. This year the patch brought in twin giant pumpkins from Wisconsin.
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