News across Hillsborough County
FPL tells regulators rate structure complies with data center law
The law mandates that Florida utility customers won’t bear the additional costs brought by new large scale data centers.
Osprey Observer
Published October 02Bill’s Prescription Marks 70 Years With Community Celebration
When a local pharmacist Justo ‘Bill’ Noriega, opened a small drugstore on Brandon Boulevard in 1956, he could not have known it would one day care for four generations of the same families. Seventy years later, Bill’s Prescription Center is still doing just that, and the…
Osprey Observer
Published October 02East Of Tampa Highlights Community And Businesses
After 13 years as an Army officer, John Plumstead made a decision that would take him from leading soldiers to leading businesses. Plumstead served from Second Lieutenant to Major, taught at West Point and led soldiers in combat before taking off his uniform in 2022. “I never…
Osprey Observer
Published October 02Shop Local: Businesses Stay Open During Pipeline Construction
By Maribel Medina Tampa Bay Water continues to make significant progress on the construction of the new South Hillsborough Pipeline, and those efforts have been made easier by the cooperation of residents, business owners and drivers to make accommodations as they endure…
Call it TGH DeSoto: Tampa General Hospital takes operational control of DeSoto Memorial
The once-struggling 49-bed facility in rural DeSoto County is under new management nearly a year after its board selected Tampa General Hospital's 49-year lease proposal.
That's So Tampa
Published October 02TOTUM Market brings fresh eats, neighborhood cafe to Downtown and Ybor City
Downtown Tampa and Ybor City have a new spot for fresh food and drink. TOTUM Market & Eatery has officially soft opened on the ground floor at Harrison Residences, located […]
That's So Tampa
Published October 01Pinellas pizza star Anthony & Luca’s is bringing its Jersey boardwalk-style pizza to Tampa
A cult favorite pizza shop in Pinellas Park is on its way to Tampa. Anthony & Luca’s Pizza Kitchen is set to open a new location at 7032 W Waters […]
That's So Tampa
Published October 01Eight of the best coffee shops and places to study around USF
As midterm season rolls around, the seats at the library can fill up quickly. Luckily, there are a plethora of coffee shops around USF’s campus that make perfect study spots. […]
Osprey Observer
Published October 01Chipotle Opens Restaurant With Drive-through Pickup Lane
Fishhawk Ranch residents have a new spot for burritos and bowls. Chipotle Mexican Grill opened its newest restaurant on September 22 at 16509 Fishhawk Blvd. in Lithia, one of four locations the chain is opening across the Tampa Bay area this month. Ramon Gomez, CTM of the…
That's So Tampa
Published September 30Viral bagel sensation Jeff’s Bagel Run opens in Brandon
Another bagel franchise has entered the chat. Central Florida-based Jeff’s Bagel Run is now open in the Brandon and Riverview area, bringing its viral breakfast experience to the neighborhood. The […]
Neighborhood News
Published September 30Do You Love The Indian & Thai Food In Our Area?
Our 2026 Reader Dining Survey & Contest continues, with FOUR more chances to win up to $200 in FREE dining at the restaurant of your choice anywhere in the Tampa […]
St Pete Catalyst
Published September 30Green Bench Brewing opens Upstairs at Webb’s
The Green Bench Brewing Company officially opened the Upstairs at Webb’s bar and lounge Sept. 25. The establishment, at 1133 Baum Avenue N., is located above the Webb’s City Cellar.