11.05.2025

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85º | 10% chance of precipitation

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

Tides | Old Tampa Bay | High: 4:52 p.m. | Low: 9:27 a.m. + 7:52 p.m.

Clearwater Beach | High: 11:51 a.m. + 10:27 p.m. | Low: 4:46 p.m.

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Trade pork loin for turkey at Rococo Steak this Thanksgiving. | Photo by Nutmeg Imageworks

The time to feast on slow-roasted turkey, sagey stuffing, and plenty o’ pies is nigh, TBAY.

Now’s the time to book those reservations, order your pre-made turkey and sides if you plan on staying home, or preorder a pie to take to the in-laws.

Thanksgiving reservations

Tampa EDITION | Tampa’s five-star hotel is offering special spreads at all three of its in-house resturants. Choose from preserved-lemon turkey breast and medjool date cake at Azure, a Mediterrean-inspired prix fixe meal at Lilac, or Italian-infused Thanksgiving classics at Market.

Oystercatchers at Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay | Head to one of Editor Bailey’s favorite scenic eateries for an aptly Tampa Bay spread. Fresh-shucked oysters, smoked fish dip, oyster stuffing, and mojo-roasted turkey are on the menu.

Take-home feasts

Naked Farmer | Choose from vegetarian-friendly options, Thanksgiving sides, surf-and-turf packages, or roast turkey and gravy trays when creating the decadent experience of your Turkey Day dreams.

Alessi Bakery | Yes, your favorite local bakery is serving the full spread — complete with a butter-basted turkey, egg knot rolls, and a 9-inch pie.

We have pies too

Events

Wednesday, Nov. 5

Thursday, Nov. 6

Friday, Nov. 7

Saturday, Nov. 8

Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Washington Capitals | 7 p.m. | Benchmark International Arena | $70+

A Tribute to Jimmy Buffett ft. Members of the Coral Reefer Band | 8 p.m. | Palladium Theater | $25+

There's even more where those came from

Feature your event here, or make a bigger splash

News Notes

Coming Soon

Side Splitters is coming to the other side of the Bay. Where at? The popular Tampa comedy club will open a second location in the renovated Sundial property. Yes, and the new club will seat about 250 people and open in 2026. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

Announced

Here’s some good news for you. The Hillsborough River is slowly getting cleaner. A new report shows that the river’s flow levels have improved. And because of that, the freshwater habitat has expanded along some banks. (Tampa Bay Times)

Real Estate

Tampa General just paid $22 million for a new Davis Islands property. It’s the latest acquisition for the hospital as they continue to build out the Tampa Medical and Research District. The 48,000-sqft building hosts a TGH endocrinology clinic + USF Health offices. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

Open

The Hillsborough County Fair wraps up this weekend, but we know a spot where you can keep getting your fair fix year-round. Juicy’s Famous Fair Food just opened up in Armature Works. The menu’s got it all — corndogs, jumbo fried turkey legs, and deep-fried Oreos + Twinkies. (That’s So Tampa)

Arts

Don’t miss your chance to see this “folk-punk ode to living loudly before the lights go out.” American Stage’s new show, “Hundred Days,” is a love story exploring the transient nature of time. Meet Rose Mallare who rocks the stage with her cello each night. (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)

Biz

Hooters is gearing up for a comeback — that’s the TBAY way after all. The Clearwater-based founders now control the majority of the iconic sports bars + are planning for a “re-Hooterization” of the brand. Expect a return to the old server uniforms, upgraded restaurants, and a smaller menu. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

Outdoors

If you’re reading this before 8:19 a.m., it’s not too late. The year’s second supermoon hits its peak illumination this morning at 8:19 a.m. — so look up. We think you’ll get a kick out of its name.

Sports

Are former Rays players catching unfair criticism from social media? Tampa Bay Rays weigh in on Locked On’s daily podcasts. Or share your beef with Bailey.

Shop

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Health

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Post of the Day

One of the spreads from “Cigar City: The Legacy of Tampa’s Founding Industry.”

Photographer Zack Wittman captured Tampa’s remaining cigar factories for “Cigar City: The Legacy of Tampa’s Founding Industry,” which comes out later this month. Get tickets to the launch party at J.C. Newman Cigar Co. next Wednesday, Nov. 12.

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The Buy

The right American Home Shield plan to cover your plumbing, electrical, and heating this winter. For a manageable monthly fee, you can cover the repair or replacement of major home systems. Aka: If you find yourself in need of a new $12,000 gas furnace, you’ll have a coverage plan to turn to. Phew.*

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Games

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.

Let the games begin

Answered

Yesterday, we asked “Are you done with hurricane repairs?”

A pile of household debris following Hurricane Milton. The pile is in front of residential houses on a small grassy area by a road, and vegetative waste is alongside the household debris. — Tampa Bay was hit hard in 2024.

50% of readers still need to rebuild/make extensive repairs
25% of folks said they’re almost done
25% said theirs are finished

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The Wrap

Now that October has come and gone, you might have a slightly soggy jack-o'-lantern sitting on your porch — and a yard full of leaves begging to be raked. Here’s how to get started composting in a sustainable, easy way.

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