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Editor’s Pick

Loveshack Soho - Credit loveshackfancy.jpg — Here’s a peek at the brand’s SOHO store.

If you like all the rose-colored hues, heaps of ruffles, or frilled florals, you’re in luck. The ultra-feminine dress wonderland that is LoveShackFancy opens in Hyde Park Village this summer.

The NYC brand is famous for its purposely over-the-top dresses, but they’ve expanded into all kinds of clothes, activewear, bedding, Crocs, and recently, fragrance.

It’s been a busy week for the Village. Florida-based stationary giant Rifle Paper Co. also announced plans to open in the fall. Plus, Tampa Tomorrow reported Ralph Lauren is coming too.

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News Notes

Civic

Gov. DeSantis just signed Senate Bill 302, i.e. the “Coastal Resiliency” bill, which forbids the dredging or filling at slices of Florida’s coast — like the proposed cruise port in Manatee County. He also signed House Bill 1417, also called the “Department of Environmental Protection” bill. Learn what it does. (WTSP)

Development

A new residential community could soon pop up along the riverfront in West Tampa. Developers recently filed a rezoning request for the German American Club of Tampa’s old plot. If approved, the project would boast three homes + 37 townhouses. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

Announced

Country Thunder will take over the TradeWinds from Friday, May 8 to Sunday, May 10, with some pretty huge acts. Who’s on the lineup? Stars like Gavin Adcock, Kane Brown, Zach Top, Shaboozey, Randy Houser, and Gretchen Wilson are all set to rock the beachfront stage. Plus, don’t forget, Gasparilla Music Festival is coming up, too. (I Love the Burg)

Sports

Consultants evaluating a potential new Rays stadium’s economic impact need more details from the team to proceed. The Tampa Sports Authority CEO emailed the team to ask for opening dates for venues, development timelines, and a parking plan. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

Community

Florida Power & Light took home the highest profit margin in the nation last year, according to a new report. Which means what? For every dollar customers paid the utility, FPL tucked away more than a quarter for profit. (Tampa Bay Times)

Travel

British Airways is dropping a new nonstop flight to London Heathrow Airport later this year. The direct flight launches Sunday, Oct. 25 — so not in time to make it to Wimbledon. But TPA’s got plenty of other options to hop over the pond. (That’s So Tampa)

Biz

Yesterday, we shared that the Chattaway’s owners are selling the beloved Old Southeast eatery. So what’s next for the Burg’s oldest restaurant? The potential new owner is looking into preserving the funky gem. But, he said, “Any path forward would need to be rooted in preserving what makes this place special.” (Tampa Bay Times)
Soft-serve margaritas are the latest TikTok trend, and it seems they’re hard to find. I know of one local spot that’s got them: Cheeky’s in Grand Central. Know of another spot swirling out this trend? Reply to this email and let me know.

Sports

Swing into spring this weekend at the Orlando Health Championship. The first players teed off this morning at Grasslands Golf & Country Club for this Epson Tour event. Entry is free to watch professional women’s golf, with free parking available at Lakeside Village.*

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Finance

You’re smart — but even the smartest people overspend sometimes. Check out this list of 11 surprisingly common things smart people waste money on.*

City Guide

Hyde Park markets brings out hundreds of residents for shopping and community. | Photo by @hydeparkvillage

The big kahuna of local arts markets: the 33rd Annual Hyde Park Village Art Fair is this Saturday, March 21 + Sunday, March, 22 — and we’ve got a stunning forecast on the docket.

But that’s not all, here’s a slice of the other outdoor markets in TBAY this weekend:

Saturday Morning Market | Every Saturday, October-May | 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Features: 130+ vendors, including food trucks, local makers, farms, seafood booths, and performers.
Parking: Street parking, South Core Garage, and the Sundial Parking Garage

Kenwood Sunday Market St. Pete | Every Sunday, year-round | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Features: 75+ vendors selling fresh produce, multi-cultural foods, hand-made crafts, eco-friendly products, and wellness services, plus live music.
Parking: Parking lot + street parking

Westshore Marina District Sunday Morning Market | Every fourth Sunday, year-round | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Features: Food trucks, local vendors, crafts, and live music.
Parking: Free parking in the surface lot behind Duckweed Market + at Town Apartments Westshore

5+ more local gems

The Buy

Today marks the official first day of spring. To celebrate, we’re sharing our wardrobe must-haves for the season:

👚 Slip on this short sleeve cardigan for seamless warm weather layering.
☀️ Stay comfy and cute in this elevated casual gingham two-piece set.
👕 Opt for a lightweight henley tee on those chillier spring mornings.
👗 Flaunt this boho maxi skirt available in springtime hues like light pink, baby blue, and rose.
🩳 Lounge in these casual high-waisted shorts with pockets and a drawstring.

More spring fashion finds this way

The Wrap

The comedic queen Brittany Broski is coming to USF next month. I’ll be there.

Catch up on some of her past interviews live from her highness’ Royal Court before she touches down in Tampa.