Happy weekend, Tampa Bay! In today’s happening-today edition: America 250 cigar honor, major lane closures, and Josh Groban + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Luxury kitchen brand expands: Sub-Zero Group plans a $4 million, 7,340-square-foot showroom on Bayshore Center’s fourth floor in South Tampa, featuring Sub-Zero, Wolf and Cove with demos and consultations, the company’s second Florida location -- tour the new showroom.
A patriotic production honor: Tampa’s J.C. Newman Cigar Co. was chosen by the U.S. government to roll the official America 250 cigar, capping 131 years as the nation’s last major cigar factory -- see the America 250 honor.
Major traffic disruptions ahead: Starting June 21 and June 27, FDOT will impose lane closures across Pinellas, hitting I-275, US 19 and Gandy Boulevard, including 24-hour closures at the 62nd Avenue South Bridge -- read the full roadwork details.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Seafood boil night: Craving a buttery, finger-licking feast you can customize, DUMMY CRABBY III lets you build your own boil, crack snow crab, and dial in the heat level, then sit back and be gloriously messy. Perfect for a midweek pick-me-up Tampa locals can actually get excited about.
Your wheels, upgraded: Skip the soggy campsites and settle into Keylime Bay Rv Resort, a family-owned, premium spot with legit amenities like showers, laundry, a fitness space and free coffee. It’s a comfy, community-forward home base to park it while you bounce between beaches, errands and actual life.
Bring the range home: Road Range Golf rolls up with a high-end mobile simulator that turns your driveway, backyard, or office into a legit course. They handle setup, you pick the vibe, and yes, clubs are included if you need them. Perfect for gatherings that need a fun upgrade this week.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🍖 Dogfathers Family BBQ @ Bay Paws Pet Resort - Ybor City | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – Ybor’s throwing a Father’s Day Pup Fest with free brews and BBQ, a doggy pool, and pet portraits by Michelle Lee of Furreel Photography. Win Bolts Brewfest tickets or a Blackstone grill, snag a Dog Dad keychain, and admit the pups run everything.
✊ Juneteenth Festival @ Raymond James Stadium | Saturday (6/20) at 2:30 PM – Whether you've honored Juneteenth for years or are just catching up with the rest of Tampa, this free festival at Raymond James brings live performances, DJs, and a KidZone. Expect local vendors, soulful eats, lawn-chair energy, and neighborly vibes.
🎤 Josh Groban @ Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa | Saturday (6/20) at 4:00 PM – Prefer goosebumps over bass drops? Josh Groban is taking over the Hard Rock in Tampa with those skyscraper notes and a full band. Expect a grown-up night, strong cocktails, zero pyrotechnics, and a lobby that still smells faintly of slot machines.
✨ Radiance of Wellness Gala @ New Tampa Performing Arts Center | Saturday (6/20) at 6:00 PM – Nothing beats dressing to the nines in black and gold, sipping bubbly, and doing some good. This inaugural gala brings live entertainment, dinner, drinks, and a health forum to support programs tackling wellness gaps across Tampa Bay. Wear the nice shoes you pretend are comfortable.
🏃 Juneteenth 5K Community Walk/Run 2026 @ Lowry Park | Sunday (6/21) at 8:00 AM – Juneteenth plans with purpose: a free 5K at Lowry Park along the Hillsborough, where you can jog, stroll, or supervise from a brisk coffee pace, all supporting Fit Futures at Sligh. Expect a Wellness Village, Bucs-backed Kidz Zone, vendors, music, and a big-hearted, hometown vibe.
🥂 Bend, Bubbles & Brunch @ Epicurean Hotel | Sunday (6/21) at 10:00 AM – Feel like earning your bubbles? Poolside yoga at Epicurean Hotel, a complimentary glass of champagne after class, and all-day pool access, then linger over brunch at Élevage with 15% off for the bendy bunch. BYOM, and pretend savasana counts as cardio.
🚢 Father’s Day River Journey: Brunch & Dinner Cruises @ Craft Tampa | Sunday (6/21) at 12:00 PM – If Dad prefers skyline views to grill flare-ups, treat him to a Craft Tampa brunch or dinner cruise that glides past Plant Hall and under those nervy low bridges. Two hours, a chefed-up three courses, proper cocktails, zero cleanup. Actual quality time, imagine that. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — The Tampa Bay report Weather forecastToday — High: 94°F — Low: 78°F — Precip: 28%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8am and 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. Heat index values as high as 105. West southwest wind 1 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 78. Heat index values as high as 102. West wind 1 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tomorrow — High: 94°F — Low: 79°F — Precip: 20%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. West southwest wind 0 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 79. West northwest wind 1 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. This house is wildThis 4-bed, 4-bath Hyde Park craftsman pairs cedar shake charm with rare clinker brick, box beam ceilings, and custom millwork throughout. Just five doors from Bayshore Blvd and steps from Hyde Park Village, the 3,140-square-foot main home opens to a stone courtyard with an 8-by-18 cocktail pool. A renovated 550-square-foot carriage house adds even more style and flexibility.
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