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Crunch Fitness Franchise Offers 2 Million Free Training Sessions

Tampa – October 02, 2026 -- CR Fitness Holdings will give away two free 30-minute personal training sessions to each of its more than 1 million members on Saturday, October 10th, totaling 2 million complimentary sessions across its 99 Crunch Fitness clubs.

The one-day event spans five states

Dubbed TRAINing Day, the promotion covers clubs in Florida, Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee. All three CR Fitness Holdings entities -- CR Fitness Holdings LLC, Southwest Fitness Holdings LLC, and Blue Ridge Fitness Holdings LLC -- are participating.

Members get a second session after completing the first

Members who complete their first complimentary personal training session on October 10th automatically receive a second session at no cost. Sessions may cover strength training, functional fitness, mobility, nutrition, or recovery, led by certified Crunch trainers.

Uber Drivers Can Now Earn Up to 3.25% APY Through New Savings Tool

Tampa – October 01, 2026 -- Branch, a provider of embedded financial services, has launched High Yield Savings, letting Uber drivers and couriers earn up to 3.25% APY on money they set aside directly within the Uber Pro Card app.

Workers earn the top rate by keeping a $500 average daily balance

Unlike many high-yield savings products that require monthly direct deposits or card-spending minimums, Branch's tool only asks users to maintain an average daily balance of $500 or more to access the top rate. There are no fees and no minimum balance required to open an account, so savings start accruing immediately.

Florida's $4.5B Unclaimed Money Pile: New Law Won't Auto-Return It

Tallahassee – September 13, 2026 -- Florida is still sitting on more than $4.5 billion across 13 million-plus claimable accounts, even after returning a record $847 million to residents in the past year. The state's official portal says one in five Floridians has unclaimed money waiting for them.

The figures come from CFO Blaise Ingoglia's first year in office, spanning July 2025 to July 2026. In July 2026 alone, $57 million went back to residents, including $15.3 million in Tampa/St. Petersburg, $10.5 million in Orlando and $10.05 million in Miami. February and March 2026 each set new monthly records, with $88 million and $92 million returned respectively.

Del-Air Earns Top HVAC Rating in Tampa With 4.9-Star Review Score

Tampa – September 11, 2026 -- Del-Air Plumbing, Air Conditioning and Electric has been named one of the best Heating & Air Conditioning/HVAC services in Tampa by BestProsInTown, earning a 4.9 out of 5 rating based on 552 customer reviews.

Customer Reviews Drive the Ranking

The BestProsInTown distinction is based entirely on customer feedback, reflecting the experiences of homeowners who have used Del-Air's air conditioning and plumbing services across Florida's west coast and Central Florida.

Company Leadership Points to Team Effort

Gary Beurmann, General Manager of Del-Air Tampa, said the recognition reflects the team's daily focus on dependable service, clear communication and quality solutions. He credited the 4.9-star rating from hundreds of reviews to the trust customers place in the company.

Wagamama Overhauls U.S. Menu With 26 New Dishes, 15 Cocktails

Tampa – September 11, 2026 -- Wagamama USA has launched its biggest menu overhaul yet, adding 26 new dishes and 15 Asian-inspired beverages to participating locations nationwide.

New dishes target sharing and discovery

The revamped menu features items like Salt + Pepper Calamari, Korean BBQ Meatballs, Roti Canai and Korean BBQ Wings. New categories include Bao Bun Tacos with Fire Pork Belly, Short Rib and Thai Chili Shrimp fillings, plus Wagyumama Sliders in Korean Fire, Wagamama BBQ, Backyard and Teriyaki flavors, alongside Togarashi French Fries.

Guests can now build their own ramen and salads. Expanded entrees include Tonkotsu and Shiitake Miso ramen, plus Ahi Tuna and Thai Chili Shrimp poke bowls. New salads include the Mandarin Salad, Wagamama Thai Salad and Yuzu Caesar Salad. Desserts add Banana Egg Rolls, Chocolate Trilogy Cake, Apple Pie + Cinnamon Potstickers, and Coconut, Mango and Red Bean ice cream flavors.

GO Airport Shuttle Launches Fixed-Price Rides to Tampa International Airport

Chicago – September 11, 2026 -- GO Airport Shuttle has added Tampa International Airport (TPA) to its worldwide network, giving travelers a new upfront-priced ground transportation option with no surge pricing.

The service now covers all of Tampa, plus St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and surrounding communities. Because rides are booked in advance, passengers avoid the uncertainty of finding transportation during peak travel periods.

Three vehicle tiers cover solo travelers to large groups

Sedans start at $136, aimed at solo travelers and budget-conscious business flyers. SUVs start at $222 for families or small groups needing extra space. Private vans start at $290 and seat up to 14 passengers plus luggage, suited for corporate teams, wedding parties, and conference attendees.