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Attorney General Pam Bondi pushed out

Her exit underscores building scrutiny over the DOJ's handling of the Epstein files.

Politics & Policy

Attorney General <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Pam Bondi" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/05/pam-bondi-impeach-democrat-epstein-files-doj-ag" data-vars-content-id="0355930b-4a59-4c6d-bc7c-868ed7459bd9" data-vars-headline="Attorney General Pam Bondi pushed out" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/05/pam-bondi-impeach-democrat-epstein-files-doj-ag" target="_self">Pam Bondi</a> is leaving the Department of Justice, President Trump announced on Truth Social Thursday.The big picture: Bondi led the unsuccessful attempts to prosecute Trump&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="political foes" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/epstein-files" data-vars-content-id="0355930b-4a59-4c6d-bc7c-868ed7459bd9" data-vars-headline="Attorney General Pam Bondi pushed out" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/epstein-files" target="_self">political foes</a> and oversaw <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the release of files " data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/02/11/bondi-doj-congress-epstein-lying" data-vars-content-id="0355930b-4a59-4c6d-bc7c-868ed7459bd9" data-vars-headline="Attorney General Pam Bondi pushed out" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/02/11/bondi-doj-congress-epstein-lying" target="_self">the release of files </a>about deceased sex offender <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Jeffrey Epstein" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/epstein-files" data-vars-content-id="0355930b-4a59-4c6d-bc7c-868ed7459bd9" data-vars-headline="Attorney General Pam Bondi pushed out" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/epstein-files" target="_self">Jeffrey Epstein</a>, which has been a political liability for the president.

U.S. bombs Iran's civilian infrastructure for first time after "Stone Ages" threat

U.S. bombs Iranian bridge after Trump's "Stone Ages" threat

"The biggest bridge in Iran comes tumbling down, never to be used again — Much more to follow!"

World

The U.S. military on Thursday attacked major civilian infrastructure in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Iran" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/world/iran" data-vars-content-id="e9e5f19f-cfb6-46cc-8b39-8d0bb2a31467" data-vars-headline="U.S. bombs Iran&#x27;s civilian infrastructure for first time after &quot;Stone Ages&quot; threat" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/world/iran" target="_self">Iran</a> for the first time, hours after President <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Trump" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" data-vars-content-id="e9e5f19f-cfb6-46cc-8b39-8d0bb2a31467" data-vars-headline="U.S. bombs Iran&#x27;s civilian infrastructure for first time after &quot;Stone Ages&quot; threat" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" target="_self">Trump</a> threatened in a prime-time address to bomb the country <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="&quot;back to the Stone Ages.&quot;" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/02/trump-bomb-iran-stone-ages-power-plants" data-vars-content-id="e9e5f19f-cfb6-46cc-8b39-8d0bb2a31467" data-vars-headline="U.S. bombs Iran&#x27;s civilian infrastructure for first time after &quot;Stone Ages&quot; threat" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/02/trump-bomb-iran-stone-ages-power-plants" target="_self">&quot;back to the Stone Ages.&quot;</a>Why it matters: The attack on the B-1 bridge near Tehran signals a widening of the U.S. military&#x27;s targets and could be a first step toward attacks on energy, water and transportation infrastructure.

Trump administration appeals Anthropic ruling

The appeal escalates a high-stakes fight that could reshape how the government works with AI companies.

Technology

The Trump administration is appealing a federal judge&#x27;s order <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="temporarily" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/26/judge-temporarily-blocks-pentagon-ban-anthropic" data-vars-content-id="e2acd1e0-5573-4256-b75e-04fe371a6431" data-vars-headline="Trump administration appeals Anthropic ruling" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/26/judge-temporarily-blocks-pentagon-ban-anthropic" target="_self">temporarily</a> blocking the Pentagon&#x27;s ban on Anthropic, per a filing on Thursday.Why it matters: The appeal escalates a high-stakes fight that could reshape how the government works with <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="AI" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/technology/automation-and-ai" data-vars-content-id="e2acd1e0-5573-4256-b75e-04fe371a6431" data-vars-headline="Trump administration appeals Anthropic ruling" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/technology/automation-and-ai" target="_self">AI</a> companies.

Lawmakers vow to force Pam Bondi to testify despite ouster

"My subpoena still stands," Republican Rep. Nancy Mace told Axios.

Members of the House Oversight Committee said Thursday they will still fight to enforce their panel&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="subpoena of Pam Bondi" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/19/pam-bondi-impeach-epstein-democrats-briefing" data-vars-content-id="a5b03718-17b3-46eb-8ed0-b3c7b6fcf401" data-vars-headline="Lawmakers vow to force Pam Bondi to testify despite ouster" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/19/pam-bondi-impeach-epstein-democrats-briefing" target="_self">subpoena of Pam Bondi</a> after her removal as attorney general.Why it matters: Bondi has been a target of congressional investigators in both parties over how she has handled the release of the Justice Department&#x27;s files on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Washington D.C.

Trump's White House ballroom gets design approval

An ongoing legal case has halted construction on the site.

President <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Trump&#x27;s ballroom project" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2026/04/01/despite-construction-setback-trumps-ballroom-design-still-expected-to-win-approval" data-vars-content-id="78fc6532-27ce-4c76-8c4c-6b2820529dde" data-vars-headline="Trump&#x27;s White House ballroom gets design approval" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2026/04/01/despite-construction-setback-trumps-ballroom-design-still-expected-to-win-approval" target="_self">Trump&#x27;s ballroom project</a> won design approval on Thursday, even though an ongoing legal case has <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="halted construction" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/31/trump-ballroom-plans-judge-order" data-vars-content-id="78fc6532-27ce-4c76-8c4c-6b2820529dde" data-vars-headline="Trump&#x27;s White House ballroom gets design approval" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/31/trump-ballroom-plans-judge-order" target="_self">halted construction</a> on the site.Why it matters: The National Capital Planning Commission&#x27;s sign-off won&#x27;t restart construction, but it clears a final procedural hurdle for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Trump&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" data-vars-content-id="78fc6532-27ce-4c76-8c4c-6b2820529dde" data-vars-headline="Trump&#x27;s White House ballroom gets design approval" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" target="_self">Trump&#x27;s</a> fast-tracked, $400 million plans for transforming the White House.

St. Pete casting call: Extras needed for Paul Rudd film

"The Statement" is filming April 6-8 right here in the Sunshine City.

News

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="St. Pete" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/09/st-petersburg-luxury-roche-bobois-private-clubs-art" data-vars-content-id="1cba9173-5a73-4be0-86b1-87f3c04da041" data-vars-headline="St. Pete casting call: Extras needed for Paul Rudd film" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/09/st-petersburg-luxury-roche-bobois-private-clubs-art" target="_self">St. Pete</a> locals, it&#x27;s our time to shine.State of play: FrontRunner Casting Agency is seeking extras for &quot;The Statement,&quot; a new movie starring Paul Rudd, Paul Giamatti and John Turturro that&#x27;s filming April 6-8 here in the Sunshine City.

When to watch NASA's Artemis II launch from Tampa Bay

It's set to launch no sooner than 6:24pm today.

It&#x27;s almost time for NASA&#x27;s moonshot to lift off — and here in Tampa Bay, you may be able to see it from your backyard.Why it matters: Artemis II, set to carry four astronauts around the moon on a 10-day mission, is the first crewed mission of its kind since Apollo.

What a Democrat's Tampa win means for November

Brian Nathan's win has raised questions and, for Florida Democrats, hope about the general election in November.

Politics

The state Division of Elections has certified Democrat <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Brian Nathan" data-vars-click-url="https://flsenate.gov/Senators/S14" data-vars-content-id="5ce4ea02-e1e4-4463-b6b7-1e538a67d59f" data-vars-headline="What a Democrat&#x27;s Tampa win means for November" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://flsenate.gov/Senators/S14" target="_blank">Brian Nathan</a>&#x27;s narrow victory in the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="special election" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/25/democrat-leads-in-tampas-state-senate-election" data-vars-content-id="5ce4ea02-e1e4-4463-b6b7-1e538a67d59f" data-vars-headline="What a Democrat&#x27;s Tampa win means for November" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/25/democrat-leads-in-tampas-state-senate-election" target="_self">special election</a> for Tampa&#x27;s Senate District 14.Why it matters: His win has raised questions and, for Florida Democrats, hope about the general election in November.

St. Pete council, residents don't want new high-rise. It's coming anyway

Even with majority opposition, City Council lacked the votes to block the high-rise.

Another <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="luxury high-rise" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2025/07/22/waldorf-astoria-st-petersburg-penthouse-sale-record-27-million" data-vars-content-id="cd9b3fdb-0c54-40a0-ba8f-113dc5683300" data-vars-headline="St. Pete council, residents don&#x27;t want new high-rise. It&#x27;s coming anyway" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2025/07/22/waldorf-astoria-st-petersburg-penthouse-sale-record-27-million" target="_self">luxury high-rise</a> is coming to downtown St. Petersburg.Why it matters: Thursday&#x27;s hours-long City Council debate over the project laid bare angst over the city&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="shifting identity" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/09/st-petersburg-luxury-roche-bobois-private-clubs-art" data-vars-content-id="cd9b3fdb-0c54-40a0-ba8f-113dc5683300" data-vars-headline="St. Pete council, residents don&#x27;t want new high-rise. It&#x27;s coming anyway" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/09/st-petersburg-luxury-roche-bobois-private-clubs-art" target="_self">shifting identity</a> — and raised questions about how much influence residents and policymakers have in shaping it.<ul><li>&quot;You have a problem when everybody is acknowledging this is not what we want to build, and yet we&#x27;re somehow powerless to stop it,&quot; Preserve the &#x27;Burg executive director Manny Leto told Axios.</li></ul>

Bite Club: We tried the revamped Predalina

Predalina closed in late October for a makeover and reopened earlier this month.

Food and Drink

We made our way through Downtown Tampa — during a Lightning game, no less — to visit Water Street&#x27;s Mediterranean restaurant, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Predalina" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2023/08/16/bite-club-water-street-predalina" data-vars-content-id="b363fd3c-331d-4f42-8a50-d403b88801ef" data-vars-headline="Bite Club: We tried the revamped Predalina" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2023/08/16/bite-club-water-street-predalina" target="_self">Predalina</a>, last week.Why it matters: Predalina earned a nod from the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Michelin Guide" data-vars-click-url="https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/florida/tampa/restaurant/predalina" data-vars-content-id="b363fd3c-331d-4f42-8a50-d403b88801ef" data-vars-headline="Bite Club: We tried the revamped Predalina" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/florida/tampa/restaurant/predalina" target="_blank">Michelin Guide</a> in 2024, but it closed in October for a makeover after the restaurant group behind it, which also runs Oxford Exchange, said the space &quot;didn&#x27;t feel like us.&quot;

The best Tampa Bay restaurants I tried in 2024

We uncovered the good, the great and, occasionally, the meh in Tampa Bay's dining scene.

This year, I made it a mission to uncover the good, the great and, occasionally, the meh in Tampa Bay&#x27;s dining scene — from new, upscale eateries to more affordable gems.<ul><li>With the holidays around the corner and friends and relatives not too far behind, I rounded up the best restaurants I tried this year.</li></ul>

HOA fees climb in Florida as more homes list with dues

Roughly 64% of Florida homes listed for sale on Realtor.com in 2025 had HOA dues.

Real Estate

The majority of homes for sale in Florida last year came with <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="homeowners&#x27; association" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/09/29/condo-hoa-fee-state" data-vars-content-id="9ce57830-8925-45ae-950a-8f380b5715d2" data-vars-headline="HOA fees climb in Florida as more homes list with dues" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/09/29/condo-hoa-fee-state" target="_self">homeowners&#x27; association</a> fees, according to data from <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Realtor.com" data-vars-click-url="https://www.realtor.com/research/homeowners-associations-2025" data-vars-content-id="9ce57830-8925-45ae-950a-8f380b5715d2" data-vars-headline="HOA fees climb in Florida as more homes list with dues" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.realtor.com/research/homeowners-associations-2025" target="_blank">Realtor.com</a>.Why it matters: The Sunshine State has more homeowner associations than any state except California — and the cost of belonging to one has risen.

Florida homebuyers are scoring deals — but prices remain high

Still-high mortgage rates and home prices have sidelined many shoppers. But those who remain in the market are scoring the biggest deals in years.

The average discount for Tampa metro area <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="homes" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/01/19/affordable-homes-metro-income" data-vars-content-id="3cc27a5a-d5e1-492e-af79-93885e72426a" data-vars-headline="Florida homebuyers are scoring deals — but prices remain high" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/01/19/affordable-homes-metro-income" target="_self">homes</a> that sold below their original asking price last year was nearly 10%.<ul><li>That&#x27;s one of the largest discounts among major U.S. cities analyzed in a recent Redfin <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="report" data-vars-click-url="https://www.redfin.com/news/homebuyer-discounts-below-list-price-2025/" data-vars-content-id="3cc27a5a-d5e1-492e-af79-93885e72426a" data-vars-headline="Florida homebuyers are scoring deals — but prices remain high" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.redfin.com/news/homebuyer-discounts-below-list-price-2025/" target="_blank">report</a>.</li></ul>

Democrat leads in Tampa state senate race to replace Lt. Gov. Collins

The race was close enough to trigger an automatic recount under state law.

Democratic union leader Brian Nathan holds a narrow lead over former GOP State House Rep. <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Josie Tomkow" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/20/tampa-state-senate-district-14-2026" data-vars-content-id="d97998b1-a762-4b6f-8707-d49834c15b44" data-vars-headline="Democrat leads in Tampa state senate race to replace Lt. Gov. Collins" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/20/tampa-state-senate-district-14-2026" target="_self">Josie Tomkow</a> in the race for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="State Senate District 14" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2025/11/18/heres-whos-running-for-tampas-state-senate-seat" data-vars-content-id="d97998b1-a762-4b6f-8707-d49834c15b44" data-vars-headline="Democrat leads in Tampa state senate race to replace Lt. Gov. Collins" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2025/11/18/heres-whos-running-for-tampas-state-senate-seat" target="_self">State Senate District 14</a>, according to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="unofficial results" data-vars-click-url="https://enr.electionsfl.org/HIL/3921/Summary/" data-vars-content-id="d97998b1-a762-4b6f-8707-d49834c15b44" data-vars-headline="Democrat leads in Tampa state senate race to replace Lt. Gov. Collins" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://enr.electionsfl.org/HIL/3921/Summary/" target="_blank">unofficial results</a>.<ul><li>As of Tuesday night, Nathan led Tomkow by 0.5% of roughly 80,000 ballots cast, which is the margin that triggers an automatic recount under state law.</li></ul>Why it matters: A win by Nathan would reclaim a seat that Republicans flipped in 2022 and end a seven-month stretch in which the district&#x27;s nearly 300,000 residents had no representation in Tallahassee.

From watches to pet clothing: Inside Trump airport trademark applications

Inside Trump airport trademark applications

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport after Trump.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Monday to rename Palm Beach International Airport after President <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Trump" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" data-vars-content-id="262b33ec-b71e-48eb-b478-ceafa5f57df2" data-vars-headline="From watches to pet clothing: Inside Trump airport trademark applications" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" target="_self">Trump</a> — as his family business seeks to trademark the use of his name on airports, a move legal experts called unprecedented.Why it matters: The Trump family business has said it &quot;will not receive any royalty, licensing fee or financial consideration whatsoever from the proposed airport renaming.&quot; But trademark lawyers say the filings could still give it control over how the Trump name is used.

Parking already plagues new Rays stadium, report says

This snag won't surprise anyone who has attended a game or concert in Tampa Bay.

Business

Negotiations for a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="new Rays stadium" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/19/can-hillsboroughs-half-cent-tax-fund-a-new-rays-stadium-heres-what-we-know" data-vars-content-id="6d43969f-6218-42b6-afff-e7c109286066" data-vars-headline="Parking already plagues new Rays stadium, report says" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/19/can-hillsboroughs-half-cent-tax-fund-a-new-rays-stadium-heres-what-we-know" target="_self">new Rays stadium</a> at Hillsborough College have hit a snag that won&#x27;t surprise anyone who has attended a game or concert in Tampa Bay: parking.Why it matters: The Tampa Sports Authority, which relies on the college&#x27;s lots for Buccaneers games, concerts and events, hasn&#x27;t received clarity from the Rays about how a new ballpark would disrupt that arrangement.

What Tampa Bay homeowners do for a living

STEM and technical workers are most likely to own homes in Tampa Bay.

Money

STEM and technical workers are most likely to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="own homes" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/01/19/affordable-homes-metro-income" data-vars-content-id="87044b87-f275-4743-ab8b-1d2e7547c462" data-vars-headline="What Tampa Bay homeowners do for a living" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/01/19/affordable-homes-metro-income" target="_self">own homes</a> in Tampa Bay, according to a new National Association of Realtors analysis. The big picture: In Tampa Bay, fields like engineering and computer science have outpaced management and business professionals in the share of workers who own homes over the last decade.

What's next for St. Pete's Historic Gas Plant proposals

Mayor Welch's push comes after a majority of Council members urged him to pump the brakes.

St. Petersburg&#x27;s process for selecting a plan to redevelop <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tropicana Field" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/02/03/st-petersburg-gas-plant-proposals" data-vars-content-id="c87051e2-ed89-4e88-a557-9d25d02196e4" data-vars-headline="What&#x27;s next for St. Pete&#x27;s Historic Gas Plant proposals" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/02/03/st-petersburg-gas-plant-proposals" target="_self">Tropicana Field</a> is underway.Why it matters: Whichever developer the city picks will play a major role in the future of the Historic Gas Plant District, 86 acres of downtown real estate named after the Black neighborhood displaced by the ballpark. <ul><li>It will also speak to the legacy of Mayor Ken Welch, who has made the redevelopment central to his agenda and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="campaign" data-vars-click-url="https://kenwelch.com/progress/" data-vars-content-id="c87051e2-ed89-4e88-a557-9d25d02196e4" data-vars-headline="What&#x27;s next for St. Pete&#x27;s Historic Gas Plant proposals" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://kenwelch.com/progress/" target="_blank">campaign</a> for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a second term" data-vars-click-url="https://www.tampabay.com/news/st-petersburg/2026/02/02/st-petersburg-mayor-race-ken-welch-files-reelection/" data-vars-content-id="c87051e2-ed89-4e88-a557-9d25d02196e4" data-vars-headline="What&#x27;s next for St. Pete&#x27;s Historic Gas Plant proposals" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.tampabay.com/news/st-petersburg/2026/02/02/st-petersburg-mayor-race-ken-welch-files-reelection/" target="_blank">a second term</a>.</li></ul>

Hillsborough to hold workshop before vote on Rays stadium deal

The vote assures the public that a stadium deal won't be muscled through the county commission without transparency and scrutiny.

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Hillsborough Board of County Commissioners" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/19/can-hillsboroughs-half-cent-tax-fund-a-new-rays-stadium-heres-what-we-know" data-vars-content-id="006f85f1-e414-4fea-9805-3f5bd5ca550a" data-vars-headline="Hillsborough to hold workshop before vote on Rays stadium deal" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/19/can-hillsboroughs-half-cent-tax-fund-a-new-rays-stadium-heres-what-we-know" target="_self">Hillsborough Board of County Commissioners</a> voted on Wednesday to schedule a workshop — not a vote — once the Rays present a draft of an agreement to finance a new ballpark at Hillsborough College. Why it matters: The move assures that a stadium deal, which will undoubtedly involve a massive commitment of tax dollars, won&#x27;t be muscled through the commission without transparency and public scrutiny.

Rays loom over Hillsborough commission meeting

Question about public transparency and how to finance the new ballpark could soon be answered.

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Hillsborough Board of County Commissioners" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/19/can-hillsboroughs-half-cent-tax-fund-a-new-rays-stadium-heres-what-we-know" data-vars-content-id="1d8ef967-63f0-437a-9376-3d86be1b025f" data-vars-headline="Rays loom over Hillsborough commission meeting" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/19/can-hillsboroughs-half-cent-tax-fund-a-new-rays-stadium-heres-what-we-know" target="_self">Hillsborough Board of County Commissioners</a> won&#x27;t vote on a new Rays stadium at Wednesday&#x27;s meeting — but two items on the agenda could help clear the way. Why it matters: Questions swirling about public transparency and how to finance the new ballpark could soon be answered.

Rocca's Bryce Bonsack named James Beard finalist

That makes Bonsack eligible to win the entire Best Chef: South category during the awards ceremony in June.

Chef <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Bryce Bonsack" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/01/21/james-beard-awards-chef-bryce-bonsack-rocca" data-vars-content-id="14a87bb9-280a-4e8c-9ace-09880694c4ce" data-vars-headline="Rocca&#x27;s Bryce Bonsack named James Beard finalist" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/01/21/james-beard-awards-chef-bryce-bonsack-rocca" target="_self">Bryce Bonsack</a> broke Tampa Bay&#x27;s years-long drought of James Beard Awards recognition when he was named a semifinalist in January.Why it matters: On Tuesday, he took the Oscars for the American hospitality industry to the next level:

Hurricane-damaged Dunedin pier, marina gets funding boost

More than $800,000 in federal money will go toward rebuilding a permanent dock for the Clearwater Ferry.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Dunedin" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2023/10/01/dunedin-things-to-do-eat-drink-bars" data-vars-content-id="804d731e-cd03-492b-ac64-460ab4813c4e" data-vars-headline="Hurricane-damaged Dunedin pier, marina gets funding boost" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2023/10/01/dunedin-things-to-do-eat-drink-bars" target="_self">Dunedin</a>&#x27;s ongoing effort to repair its hurricane-damaged fishing pier and marina recently got a big funding boost.Why it matters: More than $800,000 in federal money will go toward rebuilding a permanent dock for the Clearwater Ferry that connects downtown Dunedin to Clearwater Beach.

Tampa Bay tightens water restrictions as drought persists

Despite a few recent bouts of rain, the region remains in its worst drought in 15 years.

Despite a few recent bouts of rain, Tampa Bay remains in its worst <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="drought" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/02/10/florida-drought-2026-watering-restrictions" data-vars-content-id="2afc27f9-aaf6-43db-a6b2-833d1c02cede" data-vars-headline="Tampa Bay tightens water restrictions as drought persists" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/02/10/florida-drought-2026-watering-restrictions" target="_self">drought</a> in 15 years and its <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="most severe water shortage in decades" data-vars-click-url="https://www.tampabay.com/news/environment/2026/03/05/florida-drought-watering-restrictions-shortage/" data-vars-content-id="2afc27f9-aaf6-43db-a6b2-833d1c02cede" data-vars-headline="Tampa Bay tightens water restrictions as drought persists" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.tampabay.com/news/environment/2026/03/05/florida-drought-watering-restrictions-shortage/" target="_blank">most severe water shortage in decades</a>.Why it matters: Tighter watering restrictions are set to go into effect next weekend as the dry season stretches on.

MOSI to host Artemis II watch party

You can watch NASA's crewed lunar mission inside an eight-story, 360-degree planetarium.

Things to Do

Tampa&#x27;s Museum of Science and Innovation will air the launch of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Artemis II" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/03/05/artemis-space-launch-system-michoud-built" data-vars-content-id="d1b167b0-03f1-4790-90c3-e5f85027d6b6" data-vars-headline="MOSI to host Artemis II watch party" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/03/05/artemis-space-launch-system-michoud-built" target="_self">Artemis II</a> in its Saunders Planetarium on Wednesday. Why it matters: You can watch NASA&#x27;s first crewed lunar mission in more than 50 years inside an eight-story, 360-degree planetarium, among the largest theaters of its kind in America.

All of the events at Pride of Tampa this weekend

It's Pride weekend in Tampa, and tons of events are on the lineup.

It&#x27;s Pride weekend in Tampa, and tons of events are on the lineup. Why it matters: While this year won&#x27;t include the usual parade due to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tampa Pride&#x27;s hiatus" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2025/10/17/tampa-pride-hiatus-future" data-vars-content-id="ad25c91c-59a8-4590-97de-5240a58e2069" data-vars-headline="All of the events at Pride of Tampa this weekend" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2025/10/17/tampa-pride-hiatus-future" target="_self">Tampa Pride&#x27;s hiatus</a>, another organization stepped up to keep the LGBTQ+ celebration going.

In and around St. Pete: Mainsail Art Festival, Sugar Sand fest and more

Some very fun, very Tampa Bay events are on the docket for this weekend.

Some very fun, very Tampa Bay events are on the docket for this weekend. <ul><li>Here&#x27;s a look:</li></ul>

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In and around St. Pete: Bayfest, Country in the Park, Rowdies

It&#x27;s almost the weekend, and it&#x27;s going to be beeeeautiful out. <ul><li>Here are some ways to spend it.</li></ul>

5 unique ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Tampa, St. Pete

Forget the green beer and bar crawls.<ul><li>Here are some creative ways to celebrate St. Patrick&#x27;s Day in Tampa Bay. </li></ul>

Tampa Bay among worst regions for pollen sufferers

The Lakeland, Sarasota and Tampa metro areas are among the nation's allergy capitals.

Pollen season is in full swing in Tampa Bay.Why it matters: We live in a tough region for people with pollen allergies, according to a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="new report" data-vars-click-url="https://aafa.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/aafa-2026-allergy-capitals-report.pdf" data-vars-content-id="28a1950b-54cb-46db-8ee9-3e8e89ef3169" data-vars-headline="Tampa Bay among worst regions for pollen sufferers" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://aafa.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/aafa-2026-allergy-capitals-report.pdf" target="_blank">new report</a> from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.

Cold-stunned Florida sea turtles recovering in Tampa Bay

Aquariums in Clearwater, Tampa and Sarasota are treating dozens of cold-stunned turtles rescued statewide.

The recent cold snap didn&#x27;t just challenge human Floridians.Why it matters: Wildlife officials, rescue groups and good Samaritans have rescued <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="hundreds of cold-stunned sea turtles" data-vars-click-url="https://www.facebook.com/FWCResearch/posts/over-500-sea-turtles-rescued-statewidecold-stunned-sea-turtle-update-over-the-pa/1352885880205241/" data-vars-content-id="157122be-c807-430d-863b-d7b05f380ca2" data-vars-headline="Cold-stunned Florida sea turtles recovering in Tampa Bay" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.facebook.com/FWCResearch/posts/over-500-sea-turtles-rescued-statewidecold-stunned-sea-turtle-update-over-the-pa/1352885880205241/" target="_blank">hundreds of cold-stunned sea turtles</a> from Florida waterways, and dozens are recovering in Tampa Bay.

Tampa Bay watering limits tighten as Florida drought deepens

Once-a-week watering restrictions are in place across the region.

A drought has taken hold across Florida, with some areas experiencing extreme conditions. Why it matters: Watering restrictions are in place across the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tampa Bay" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay" data-vars-content-id="859f51d0-b303-460e-bca9-762c829410cc" data-vars-headline="Tampa Bay watering limits tighten as Florida drought deepens" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay" target="_self">Tampa Bay</a> area as an <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="ongoing rainfall deficit" data-vars-click-url="https://www.tampabay.com/news/environment/2026/01/28/drought-water-shortage-watering-restrictions-pinellas-hillsborough/" data-vars-content-id="859f51d0-b303-460e-bca9-762c829410cc" data-vars-headline="Tampa Bay watering limits tighten as Florida drought deepens" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.tampabay.com/news/environment/2026/01/28/drought-water-shortage-watering-restrictions-pinellas-hillsborough/" target="_blank">ongoing rainfall deficit</a> tests supply.

What cold fronts mean for hurricane season

Hurricanes can and do form in October and November.

Climate

A cold front swept through Tampa Bay over the weekend, knocking daytime highs into the mid-80s and nighttime lows into the upper 60s.Why it matters: It&#x27;s the first breath of autumn and a welcome break from the heat — but, as the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tampa Bay Times" data-vars-click-url="https://www.tampabay.com/news/environment/2025/10/07/tampa-weather-cold-front-weekend-hurricane-forecast/" data-vars-content-id="fad9f256-97f9-48ed-b279-46c89e7a3b09" data-vars-headline="What cold fronts mean for hurricane season" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.tampabay.com/news/environment/2025/10/07/tampa-weather-cold-front-weekend-hurricane-forecast/" target="_blank">Tampa Bay Times</a> put it, &quot;we&#x27;re not out of the hurricane woods, yet.&quot;

Energy-related CO2 emissions are falling in Florida

Energy-related CO2 emissions per capita fell in every U.S. state from 2005 to 2023, per federal data.

Energy-related <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="CO2 emissions" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/03/05/fossil-fuel-emissions-world-biggest-emitters" data-vars-content-id="062d3071-d284-4148-a3e8-db03bc3c3977" data-vars-headline="Energy-related CO2 emissions are falling in Florida" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/03/05/fossil-fuel-emissions-world-biggest-emitters" target="_self">CO2 emissions</a> per capita fell in every U.S. state from 2005 to 2023, per federal data.<ul><li>That was largely because we burned less coal and more natural gas (which emits less CO2 comparatively), but wind and solar also played their part.</li></ul>

Climate change will cost Tampa Bay billions per year by 2050

Helene and Milton showed the devastating potential for future storm seasons.

Tampa Bay is facing billions of dollars in yearly <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="property damage" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/01/09/uninsurable-america-is-growing-closer" data-vars-content-id="139107a5-0ce4-416a-9d38-20947b2d821d" data-vars-headline="Climate change will cost Tampa Bay billions per year by 2050" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/01/09/uninsurable-america-is-growing-closer" target="_self">property damage</a> by 2050 due to extreme weather tied to climate change, per a new analysis.Why it matters: Even as the region reckons with the aftermath of hurricanes Helene and Milton last year, more pain and loss seem inevitable.

Bite Club: Jimmy's Tacos in St. Pete's Grand Central

The taco spot opened its second location in January.

Jimmy&#x27;s Tacos had me at &quot;birria grilled cheese,&quot; so I was excited to try it recently with my fiancé, Winston. Dig in: The taco spot <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="opened its second location" data-vars-click-url="https://www.tampabay.com/life-culture/food/food-news/2026/01/21/jimmy-tacos-grand-central-district-st-petersburg-birria/" data-vars-content-id="89c7a7f5-8529-4c91-abdc-1f08c71cd7e4" data-vars-headline="Bite Club: Jimmy&#x27;s Tacos in St. Pete&#x27;s Grand Central" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.tampabay.com/life-culture/food/food-news/2026/01/21/jimmy-tacos-grand-central-district-st-petersburg-birria/" target="_blank">opened its second location</a> in January in St. Petersburg&#x27;s Grand Central District.

Tampa's Greenlane opens in Wesley Chapel

It's the fifth location for the Tampa chain that launched in 2023, and more are on the way.

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Gronk-famous" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2024/09/05/rob-gronkowski-greenlane-drive-thru" data-vars-content-id="e6a52ec6-bdd2-4d22-8809-eef3cf68d7ee" data-vars-headline="Tampa&#x27;s Greenlane opens in Wesley Chapel" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2024/09/05/rob-gronkowski-greenlane-drive-thru" target="_self">Gronk-famous</a> drive-thru salad restaurant Greenlane opens today in Wesley Chapel. Why it matters: It&#x27;s the fifth location for the Tampa chain that launched in 2023, and more are on the way.

Miami

Why Tampa Bay is coming to the South Beach Wine & Food Festival

Maybe some in-state rivalry is good every now and then.

&quot;Is Tampa Bay trying to steal Miami&#x27;s shine, or am I just being paranoid?&quot;<ul><li>That&#x27;s what I asked myself when I saw Visit Tampa Bay announce it will send local chefs to this weekend&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="South Beach Wine and Food Festival" data-vars-click-url="https://sobewff.org/" data-vars-content-id="9d27fe52-ce92-4174-b462-b8f4da9d627a" data-vars-headline="Why Tampa Bay is coming to the South Beach Wine &amp; Food Festival" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://sobewff.org/" target="_blank">South Beach Wine and Food Festival</a>.</li></ul>Why it matters: It probably doesn&#x27;t, but the thought of a rival Florida city coming to our turf during one of Miami Beach&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="flagship events" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/02/09/south-beach-wine-food-festival-25-years" data-vars-content-id="9d27fe52-ce92-4174-b462-b8f4da9d627a" data-vars-headline="Why Tampa Bay is coming to the South Beach Wine &amp; Food Festival" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/02/09/south-beach-wine-food-festival-25-years" target="_self">flagship events</a> to entice foodie travelers made me wonder.

Tampa chef's James Beard nod breaks drought for local food scene

The Beards are like the Oscars for the American hospitality industry.

A Tampa chef was among the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="James Beard Awards" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2022/02/24/james-beard-awards-snub-tampa-bay" data-vars-content-id="5192617e-f7e0-45e4-b595-e2fafa30d330" data-vars-headline="Tampa chef&#x27;s James Beard nod breaks drought for local food scene" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2022/02/24/james-beard-awards-snub-tampa-bay" target="_self">James Beard Awards</a> semifinalists announced Wednesday.Why it matters: The nod to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Michelin-starred Rocca" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2023/05/12/michelin-restaurants-florida-tampa-bay" data-vars-content-id="5192617e-f7e0-45e4-b595-e2fafa30d330" data-vars-headline="Tampa chef&#x27;s James Beard nod breaks drought for local food scene" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2023/05/12/michelin-restaurants-florida-tampa-bay" target="_self">Michelin-starred Rocca</a> owner and executive chef <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Bryce Bonsack" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2023/07/25/last-meal-tampa-height-rocca-chef-bryce-bonsack" data-vars-content-id="5192617e-f7e0-45e4-b595-e2fafa30d330" data-vars-headline="Tampa chef&#x27;s James Beard nod breaks drought for local food scene" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2023/07/25/last-meal-tampa-height-rocca-chef-bryce-bonsack" target="_self">Bryce Bonsack</a> in the Best Chef: South category ends a five-year drought of Beard Awards recognition of Tampa Bay&#x27;s food scene.

Florida State Fair 2026: Wackiest new food specials

Babe, wake up. The new food menu is here.

Babe, wake up. The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Florida State Fair" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2025/02/06/florida-state-fair-foods-2025" data-vars-content-id="c18d06e2-50d8-4fe8-abda-343f52943463" data-vars-headline="Florida State Fair 2026: Wackiest new food specials" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2025/02/06/florida-state-fair-foods-2025" target="_self">Florida State Fair</a>&#x27;s new food menu just dropped. State of play: Cookie butter, street corn and last year&#x27;s trendiest dessert — <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Dubai chocolate" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2025/05/27/dip-and-happy-review-dubai-chocolate-waffles-macchiato" data-vars-content-id="c18d06e2-50d8-4fe8-abda-343f52943463" data-vars-headline="Florida State Fair 2026: Wackiest new food specials" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2025/05/27/dip-and-happy-review-dubai-chocolate-waffles-macchiato" target="_self">Dubai chocolate</a> — are frequent flyers on this year&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="list of new items" data-vars-click-url="https://floridastatefair.com/visit/fair/food/" data-vars-content-id="c18d06e2-50d8-4fe8-abda-343f52943463" data-vars-headline="Florida State Fair 2026: Wackiest new food specials" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://floridastatefair.com/visit/fair/food/" target="_blank">list of new items</a>.

Tampa, St. Pete restaurants we can't wait to try in 2026

Tampa Bay's food scene just keeps getting hotter.

A food hall, a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Michelin" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2023/05/12/michelin-restaurants-florida-tampa-bay" data-vars-content-id="d76711d6-354a-4101-9acb-0376d291cdf3" data-vars-headline="Tampa, St. Pete restaurants we can&#x27;t wait to try in 2026" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2023/05/12/michelin-restaurants-florida-tampa-bay" target="_self">Michelin</a>-chef-backed meat counter and a beloved burger chain are just some of the restaurants slated to open this year.Why it matters: Tampa Bay&#x27;s food scene just keeps <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="getting" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2025/02/04/michelin-guide-st-petersburg-pinellas-florida-expansion" data-vars-content-id="d76711d6-354a-4101-9acb-0376d291cdf3" data-vars-headline="Tampa, St. Pete restaurants we can&#x27;t wait to try in 2026" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2025/02/04/michelin-guide-st-petersburg-pinellas-florida-expansion" target="_self">getting</a> <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="hotter" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2025/07/28/st-petersburg-michelin-james-beard-food-scene" data-vars-content-id="d76711d6-354a-4101-9acb-0376d291cdf3" data-vars-headline="Tampa, St. Pete restaurants we can&#x27;t wait to try in 2026" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2025/07/28/st-petersburg-michelin-james-beard-food-scene" target="_self">hotter</a>.

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