Weekend Info To Go

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By Ann Kelly

August 01, 2025 at 5:47 am EDT

With another steamy weekend underway, chill out with the Tampa Bay Lightning today! Bolts Brew Fest 2025 take place tonight inside the cool confines of AMALIE Arena.

But if you want to catch up before then, join me, Ann Kelly, at Murphy Express on Hillsborough Ave today 12-2 pm with the Florida Lottery.

The Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday starts and runs a full month, and also the Hurricane Supply Kit Tax Free list will begin and will be permanent. Check that list carefully for what is and is not covered. Some may be tax free during the Hunting, Fishing and Camping holiday that begins in September.