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15 standout parties

Asked

How is Editor Bailey spending her NYE?

A. At a NYE party in NYC a la “When Harry Met Sally”
B. Grabbing drinks at a hotel bar
C. Hosting a cozy movie night in with friends
D. Watching fireworks at SPB

C'mon you've got this

Events

Tuesday, Dec. 30

Wednesday, Dec. 31

Thursday, Jan. 1

Cheers to New Year’s 5K | 10-11 a.m. | Gadsen Park | $25

Friday, Jan. 2

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News Notes

Development

What’s next for St. Petersburg College’s old Allstate Campus? Kolter Multifamily just submitted plans to transform the Skyway Marina site into a “luxury garden-style apartment” complex. The plans include 619 units, two swimming pools, and a dog park. (St. Pete Rising)

Real Estate

Tiny Tap, the beloved Hyde Park dive bar, just sold to a Tampa businessman. Don’t worry, the party’s not over yet. We’ll keep you posted on plans for the watering hole, but Tampa Tomorrow reports it might become a full liquor bar. (Tampa Tomorrow)

Coming Soon

Walmart is opening another new Supercenter in TBAY — this time in Apollo Beach. The new store debuts on Wednesday, Jan. 14, and also features a 2,500-sqft fuel station. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

Sports

So how exactly is the NHL turning RayJay into an outdoor ice rink? The league is building a rink under a temperature-controlled tent that will be removed before the Sunday, Feb. 1 game. Both Bolts and non-sports fans alike will enjoy this look at the involved process. (Tampa Bay Times)

Film

Editor Bailey is still holding out for a Florida film renaissance. Luckily, Hillsborough County Film Commissioner Tyler Martinolich is hard at work on the quest, whether that means getting TGH to keep exotic antivenoms on hand or lobbying to bring back the statewide incentive. (Tampa Bay Times)

Listen

Dig into the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ performance lately with your friendly local experts on Locked On’s daily podcasts.

Try This

Florida Children’s Museum is home to Storyland: A Trip Through Childhood Favorites, a traveling exhibit here until Jan. 11, 2026. Visitors will be immersed in seven beloved, award-winning children’s books.*

Seasonal

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Number

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Job

Our Job Board has 240,000+ active job listings. Explore openings in healthcare, education, manufacturing, and beyond. Roles for all experience levels are hiring now. Find a new gig for 2026.

The Buy

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The Wrap

I have some big news: I am now the proud of owner of an espresso machine. In an honest effort to unclench the hold STōK cold brew has on my grocery bill, please share your local recs for solid beans, tools, and fun flavor additions. You know I’ve gotta shop local.

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