Good morning from the Tampa Bay 28 News team.
It’s finally Friday, and Tampa Bay is heading into a packed, fun-filled weekend. With theater shows, sports, and seasonal events across the Bay, there’s plenty to do, and the beautiful weather should stay with us through the weekend. Thanksgiving is right around the corner, so get outside and enjoy the weekend before a busy week.
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News to Know
- Trump Administration's Gulf drilling plan draws bipartisan rebuke in Florida: In Florida, some of the president’s strongest allies are urging him to reconsider the shift, including Gov. Ron DeSantis.
- St. Pete-Clearwater Airport prepares for holiday travel: At the airport, officials tell reporter Casey Albritton what you should do to avoid issues if you're traveling next week.
WFTS - St. Petersburg homeowner believes an e-scooter caused house fire: Homeowner Monica Snead tells reporter Julie Salamone why she believes a lithium-ion battery inside an e-scooter started the fire.
- Pinellas teacher leads blanket project for hospital in honor of late son: Teacher Betsy Mauro tells reporter Mary O'Connell this community service project isn’t just about making blankets.
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Today's Weather Outlook
Meteorologist Jason Adams says the warm weather will continue today and through the weekend. Our next cold front looks to arrive Thanksgiving with slightly cooler temperatures behind it.
Watch the One Minute Weather Forecast with Meteorologist Greg Dee:
Here are the current traffic conditions across Tampa Bay
Susan Solves It
It's that time of year again, and if you're preparing to start holiday shopping, one of the first things you should do is set a budget. Susan Solves It looks at advice from financial experts on what to factor into your budget and what you can do to avoid carrying debt from the holidays into the new year.
Lightning's comeback led by Nick Paul
The Bolts found themselves in a hole early when the Oilers got on the scoreboard in the first two minutes of Thursday night's game, but Tampa Bay answered with a goal late in regulation from Nick Paul, pushing the game into overtime in his season debut.
Jake Guentzel buried the winning goal 1:43 into overtime and sealed the Bolts' comeback victory.
Tampa Bay goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy made 22 saves in the game and had a big save, denying the Oilers a rush chance only seconds before the winning goal.
The Lightning are now 11-7-2 and will travel to play the Washington Capitals at 7 p.m. Saturday at Capital One Arena.
Things to Do this Friday, Nov. 20
- Decorate a festive set of Thanksgiving‑themed cookies with step‑by‑step guidance at Ellie Mae’s Bakery.
- When: 6 p.m.
- Where: 5202 W Thonotosassa Rd, Plant City
- Cost: $65
- Sip champagne, browse local finds and support scholarship funds at Heads and Tails’ Fifth Annual Sip & Shop.
- When: 6 p.m.
- Where: 4524 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa
- Cost: Free to attend — besides purchases, food or drinks at the bar
- Browse local makers, enjoy food trucks and explore Seminole Heights at the Heights Local Market at Common Dialect Brewery.
- When: 6 p.m.
- Where: 5023 N. Florida Ave., Tampa
- Cost: Free
Looking for more Things to Do? Check out our Things To Do section.
