WPBB-FM (Tampa, FL)

WPBB (98.7 MHz) is a commercial FM radio station based in Holmes Beach, Florida, catering to the Tampa Bay media area. Owned by the Beasley Broadcast Group, it features a classic rock format known as "98.7 The Shark." The station's playlist primarily focuses on more intense active rock songs from the 1980s and 90s, promoting itself as "The Next Generation of Classic Rock."

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Queen Set to Drop Their First Album from 1973 in Dolby Atmos

5 days ago | 987theshark.com | Laura Adkins

Queen will release a comprehensive 2024 remix of their debut album, Queen I, in Dolby Atmos on June 13. The special Blu-ray disc also offers stereo backing tracks and a stereo mix. Brian May and Roger Taylor steered the project as executive producers, working with sound experts Justin Shirley-Smith, Joshua J Macrae, and Kris Fredriksson. "I'm particularly excited about this new Dolby Atmos version of what we now call Queen I.
Alice in Chains Cancels Show Due to ‘Medical Emergency’

5 days ago | 987theshark.com | Erica Banas

Alice in Chains hit a bit of a hiccup last night (May 8) and had to cancel their show at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. The band shared in a statement on X (formerly Twitter), "After our soundcheck this evening at the Mohegan Sun Arena, Sean experienced a non-life-threatening medical emergency. We unfortunately have to cancel tonight’s show. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.
Steve Miller Band Kicks Off 29-City US Tour in 2025

6 days ago | 987theshark.com | Laura Adkins

The Steve Miller Band will storm across America with 29 shows starting August 15. The tour opens at the Bethel Woods Center in Bethel, New York. Felix Cavaliere's The Rascals will join them at select outdoor venues. This marks their first major run since rocking stages with Journey and Def Leppard last summer. They'll blast through state fairs, pack casinos, light up amphitheaters, and shake arena walls from coast to coast.
SharkCon is Back with Jaws Star

1 week ago | 987theshark.com | Jen Glorioso

Academy Award winner Richard Dreyfuss will celebrate the 50th anniversary of "Jaws" at SharkCon 2025, coming to the Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall July 12-13. The ocean-themed event brings together scientists, conservationists, and marine experts to promote ocean protection. Guests can check out displays from leading organizations like Clearwater Marine Aquarium and Mote Marine, while Tampa Bay Watch and OCEARCH showcase their research.
Did A Jawbreaker Candy Actually Break A Woman's Jaw?

2 weeks ago | 987theshark.com | Cort Freeman

393743 02: A Wonka chocolate bar produced for the 30th anniversary of the film “Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory” is on display August 27, 2001 at the Warner Bros. Studio Store in New York City. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)Did a Jawbreaker candy actually break a woman's jaw? It looks like it, I guess the name actually fits.
Colorado Inmate Attempts Escape With Only 2 Days Left In Sentence

2 weeks ago | 987theshark.com | Cort Freeman

SANTA BARBARA, CA – JUNE 12: The Santa Barbara County Detention and Correctional Facility, one of two jails where singer Michael Jackson could be sent if the deliberating jury declares him guilty in his child molestation trial, is seen on June 12, 2005 in Santa Barbara, California. Jackson is charged in a 10-count indictment with molesting a boy, plying him with liquor and conspiring to commit child abduction, false imprisonment and extortion.
Pinellas Woman Charged with Battery After Pizza Attack at Dollar General

2 weeks ago | 987theshark.com | Jen Glorioso

Assault with a deadly pizza. A woman is facing charges after throwing pizza at her boyfriend during an argument behind a Dollar General store in Pinellas Park. Police arrested Jillian Bartlett, 40, after finding pizza pieces at the scene matching the red stains on the victim's shirt. She was taken to county jail on domestic battery charges. Under Florida law, any unwanted physical contact between partners is considered battery - including throwing food or objects during arguments.
Dalí Museum Launches Flavors of Spain Dinner Series with Top Chefs

4 weeks ago | 987theshark.com | Jen Glorioso

St. Petersburg's Dalí Museum is kicking off a high-end Spanish dinner series May 6, 2025. The evening's highlight? Tampa's own Josh Werksman from Lilac, bringing his Michelin-starred expertise to the table. Looking to grab a spot at this exclusive dinner? Regular tickets run $250, while members get a discount at $225. From 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM, diners will enjoy a selection of courses paired with drinks.
Tampa Bay Lightning Celebrate First Round of Playoffs with Free Tattoos, Concerts, and More

1 month ago | 987theshark.com | Jen Glorioso

(Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images)The Bolts are cashing in their opportunity to lift the Stanley Cup again in the 2025 playoffs. The team is hosting a playoff block party to get fans pumped for the post season on Friday, April 18.
Coming Soon: Milkshake Factory Opens First Florida Location in Riverview

1 month ago | 987theshark.com | Jen Glorioso

Sweet tooth alert! A new dessert spot is coming to Riverview as The Milkshake Factory opens its first loction in Florida. The new location will open at 10446 Stelling Drive, bringing its popular treats to the Sunshine State. The 1,693-square-foot dessert shop will seat 16 people inside with extra patio seating available. Michael Longman, who owns the franchise, says they're finishing up final inspections for an early May opening.