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Osprey Observer
Published July 31Local Swisher3x’s Walmart Dance Videos Turn Local Moments Into A 1.4 Million-follower Movement
Most people head to Walmart with a shopping list. Swisher3x walks in with a mission. The Tampa-based content creator, musician and dancer has become a viral sensation by transforming ordinary shopping trips into unforgettable moments of joy. Known for his energetic dance videos…
I Love the Burg
Published July 31The world’s largest collection of Banksy art is now on display in Tampa
The world’s largest authenticated collection of works by the artist Banksy is now on display in Tampa. The Art of Banksy opened today at Straz Center (1010 N Maccines Pl), […]
That's So Tampa
Published July 31First look: Inside the world’s largest collection of Banksy art, now on display in Tampa
The world’s largest authenticated collection of works by the artist Banksy is now on display in Tampa. The Art of Banksy opened today at Straz Center (1010 N Maccines Pl), […]
Osprey Observer
Published July 31Tampa-founded Moving Company Keeps Training Local
By Jenna Soules As thousands of new residents continue to relocate to the Tampa Bay region each year, demand for professional moving services is growing alongside the area’s population. With nearly 124,000 additional residents projected to move to the region by 2026, according to…
Creative Loafing Tampa Bay
Published July 31Steetlight Taco heads to Clearwater, foot-long tortas in Hyde Park, Guy Fieri at Boozy pig, and more in Tampa Bay food news
OPENINGS/CLOSINGS Tampa’s Streetlight Taco, a Michelin Bib Gourmand recipient, is expanding to Clearwater Streetlight Taco, the award-winning Mexican restaurant from the folks at Tastes Pretty Good Hospitality, will open a new location in Clearwater. The Michelin Bib…
That's So Tampa
Published July 31L’Amorino is the new Italian restaurant in South Tampa you need to try this summer
South Tampa’s Italian food scene has a new obsession, and it’s one you need to hear about immediately. L’Amorino opened this summer on South MacDill Avenue, and the whole operation […]
That's So Tampa
Published July 30Chill Bros just turned Tampa’s most iconic cake into ice cream and it’s everything we hoped for
Some collaborations just make sense and this might be the sweetest one yet. Local sweets fave Chill Bros has teamed up with Wright’s Gourmet House to transform one of Tampa’s […]
City of Tampa
Published July 30Traffic Advisory: METROCON July 31-August 2, 2026
Traffic Advisory: METROCON July 31-August 2, 2026 Kirstin A. Thu, 07/30/2026 - 09:59 am Traffic advisory graphic for METROCON 2026, warning of increased traffic July 31–August 2. Heads up, Downtown Tampa! A wave of anime fans, cosplayers, and pop culture lovers is heading to the…
That's So Tampa
Published July 30Mita’s, a modern Mexican kitchen, debuts in Hyde Park
South Tampa has a new taco spot. Mita’s Cocina Moderna is now open at 301 W Platt Street in Hyde Park, bringing elevated takes on classic Mexican fare to the […]
That's So Tampa
Published July 30Mumford & Sons Prizefighter Tour coming to Tampa next week
File this one under “timely reminders.” Mumford & Sons are bringing the Prizefighter Tour to Tampa on Friday, August 7, and yes, I’m already emotionally preparing to yell “I will […]
St Pete Catalyst
Published July 30Weekend spotlight: Farewell Palladium, hello Woodz
The Catalyst’s every-Thursday guide to Tampa Bay entertainment and the arts.
That's So Tampa
Published July 29Guys Night Out at The Motor Enclave is a luxury charity party unlike anything Tampa has experienced before
Forget everything you know about stuffy charity galas. Local racing stars The Motor Enclave are hosting their first-ever Guys Night Out bash, a wild gentlemen-only evening of comedy, cigars, fast […]