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St. Petersburg Council Delays Vote on Flag Proposals
News Summary The St. Petersburg City Council has postponed a pivotal vote concerning new flag designs that aim to honor the LGBTQ and Black communities. This decision follows scrutiny from...
The Strange Death of Mary Hardy Reeser
News Summary The mysterious death of 67-year-old Mary Hardy Reeser in St. Petersburg remains unresolved 72 years later. Found completely reduced to ashes in her apartment, the investigation concluded without...
Clearwater Man Arrested for Vandalizing Pride Flag at Starbucks
News Summary A Clearwater man, Tucker Alden Kemp, was arrested for allegedly vandalizing a Pride flag at a local Starbucks in St. Petersburg. Kemp demanded the replacement of the flag...
Devastating House Fire in St. Petersburg Claims Two Dogs
News Summary A house fire in St. Petersburg early Thursday morning resulted in the loss of two dogs while a father and son escaped unharmed. Firefighters arrived to find the...
Pinellas County Rejects Twin City Mobile Home Park Expansion
News Summary Pinellas County officials have denied a proposal to expand the Twin City Mobile Home Park into a 133-unit apartment complex due to comprehensive plan restrictions on density in...
Rising E-bike Crashes in St. Petersburg Cause Alarm
News Summary St. Petersburg, FL, is facing a sharp increase in e-bike crashes, sparking safety concerns among local authorities. Recent incidents include life-threatening injuries and fatalities involving e-bike riders, with...
Former Mayor David Fischer Passes Away at 92
News Summary David Fischer, the first strong mayor of St. Petersburg, Florida, and longest-serving mayor in the city’s history, has passed away at the age of 92. His tenure from...
St. Petersburg Mourns Former Mayor David Fischer
News Summary David Fischer, the former Mayor of St. Petersburg at age 92, passed away. Serving from 1991 to 2001, he was the city’s first strong Mayor and longest-serving leader....
Tragic Bicycle Accident Claims Life of 19-Year-Old
News Summary A tragic accident in St. Petersburg led to the death of 19-year-old Caidyn Reese Knuth after his electric bicycle collided with a truck. The incident occurred when Knuth...
BUSINESS
St. Petersburg to Invite Redevelopment Proposals for Gas Plant District
News Summary St. Petersburg is set to begin a 30-day proposal invitation for redeveloping the Historic Gas Plant District in mid-November. Following requests for an extension from developers, this process...
St. Petersburg Seeks Proposals for Historic Gas Plant Redevelopment
News Summary City officials in St. Petersburg are inviting new proposals for redeveloping the Historic Gas Plant District, an area recently promoted by the Tampa Bay Rays. As innovative ideas...
St. Petersburg Welcomes The Book Lounge for Book Lovers
News Summary The Book Lounge, a new haven for book enthusiasts, is set to open in St. Petersburg with a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for November 7. Co-owned by mother-daughter duo...
St. Petersburg City Council Approves ULI Study for Historic Gas Plant District
News Summary The St. Petersburg City Council has unanimously approved the hiring of the Urban Land Institute to assess development opportunities in the Historic Gas Plant District. Initiated by Council...
San Francisco Hotel Market Sees Strong Recovery
News Summary San Francisco’s hotel industry is experiencing substantial growth, highlighted by a 10.2% increase in occupancy, 68.1% rise in average daily rates, and an 85.3% boost in revenue per...
Excelsior University Opens New Learning Site in St. Petersburg
News Summary Excelsior University has launched its first standalone on-ground learning site in St. Petersburg, Florida, offering in-person education for hybrid degree programs. The facility is set to enroll students...
St. Petersburg to Initiate Redevelopment Proposals for Historic Gas Plant District
News Summary St. Petersburg, FL, is set to start accepting redevelopment proposals for the Historic Gas Plant District after the Tampa Bay Rays abandoned their $1.3 billion stadium project. The...
Pinellas County Housing Authority Proposes Senior Housing in St. Petersburg
News Summary The Pinellas County Housing Authority has proposed a seven-story mid-rise housing development aimed at providing affordable living options for seniors in St. Petersburg. The plan includes 80 residences...
USF Institute of Applied Engineering Expands to ARK Innovation Center
News Summary The USF Institute of Applied Engineering has opened a new location at the ARK Innovation Center in St. Petersburg, aiming to support local entrepreneurs in defense and technology....
Events/What's Happening
St. Petersburg Prepares for Annual Firestone Grand Prix
News Summary St. Petersburg is gearing up for its 22nd annual Firestone Grand Prix, with ticket renewals for the 2026 race starting soon. The event will showcase the NTT INDYCAR...
Community Mourns Loss of Cherished Contributor Sandy Koslowski
News Summary Sandy Koslowski, a beloved mother and community supporter, passed away peacefully at her home. Known for her vibrant personality, she touched the lives of many through her artistic...
Halloween Events Bringing Fun to St. Petersburg
News Summary St. Petersburg is gearing up for a thrilling October filled with Halloween activities for all ages. Events like pumpkin painting, dance parties, and spooky festivals will be available...
Culinary Extravaganza Unfolds at SAVOR St. Pete Food and Wine Festival
News Summary The 11th annual SAVOR St. Pete Food and Wine Festival kicked off at Vinoy Park, with record attendance and over 100 vendors offering diverse culinary delights. Proceeds support...
Fundraiser Event for Pinellas County Commissioners
News Summary In St. Petersburg, Florida, Commissioners Kathleen Peters and Brian Scott are hosting a fundraiser to support their re-election campaigns. The event takes place at the Birchwood, emphasizing fundraising...
St. Petersburg Hosts the Annual St. Pete Dog Parade
News Summary The St. Pete Dog Parade is set to take place at Family Park on the St. Pete Pier, offering a day filled with festivities for dog lovers. Scheduled...
Rising Food Insecurity in St. Petersburg as Thanksgiving Approaches
News Summary As food prices rise and assistance programs face cuts, families in St. Petersburg, Florida are increasingly turning to local food drives for support. Positive Impact St. Pete, under...
Historic West St. Pete Trolley Tour Explores Local History
News Summary The Historic West St. Pete Trolley Tour will take place in St. Petersburg, Florida, on October 18th. This engaging two-hour tour titled ‘Rum Runners, Spaniards & Natives’ focuses...
St. Petersburg Celebrates Pier’s 5th Birthday with Festivities
News Summary The City of St. Petersburg recently marked the 5th birthday of the St. Pete Pier with a vibrant fall festival and an impressive drone show. Originally scheduled for...
CRIME
The Strange Death of Mary Hardy Reeser
News Summary The mysterious death of 67-year-old Mary Hardy Reeser in St. Petersburg remains unresolved 72 years later. Found completely reduced to ashes in her apartment, the investigation concluded without...
Clearwater Man Arrested for Vandalizing Pride Flag at Starbucks
News Summary A Clearwater man, Tucker Alden Kemp, was arrested for allegedly vandalizing a Pride flag at a local Starbucks in St. Petersburg. Kemp demanded the replacement of the flag...
Rising E-bike Crashes in St. Petersburg Cause Alarm
News Summary St. Petersburg, FL, is facing a sharp increase in e-bike crashes, sparking safety concerns among local authorities. Recent incidents include life-threatening injuries and fatalities involving e-bike riders, with...
Tragic Bicycle Accident Claims Life of 19-Year-Old
News Summary A tragic accident in St. Petersburg led to the death of 19-year-old Caidyn Reese Knuth after his electric bicycle collided with a truck. The incident occurred when Knuth...
St. Petersburg Man Arrested for DUI After Crashing into Home
News Summary A 31-year-old man, Alhan Eduardo Montes Jaramillo, was arrested for DUI after crashing into a Clearwater home. The incident occurred when he lost control of his vehicle on...
E-bike Rider Fatally Struck by Car in St. Petersburg
News Summary In a tragic accident in St. Petersburg, a 46-year-old man, Shannon White, was struck and killed by a car while riding his e-bike. The incident occurred as he...
Fatal E-Bike Collision in St. Petersburg
News Summary A tragic accident in St. Petersburg, Florida, resulted in the death of 46-year-old Shannon White after a crash involving an e-bike and a Ford Focus. Authorities report that...
Motorcyclist Fatally Injured in St. Petersburg Collision
News Summary A tragic accident in St. Petersburg involved a 20-year-old motorcyclist who sustained critical injuries after colliding with a Ford F-150 truck. The incident occurred at a busy intersection...
Man Arrested in St. Petersburg After Sleeping in Rolls-Royce
News Summary St. Petersburg Police made a significant arrest when they found 23-year-old Eric Stallings asleep in a Rolls-Royce, revealing illegal drugs and firearms. Stallings attempted to flee, injuring an...
POLITICS
St. Petersburg Council Delays Vote on Flag Proposals
News Summary The St. Petersburg City Council has postponed a pivotal vote concerning new flag designs that aim to honor the LGBTQ and Black communities. This decision follows scrutiny from...
Pinellas County Rejects Twin City Mobile Home Park Expansion
News Summary Pinellas County officials have denied a proposal to expand the Twin City Mobile Home Park into a 133-unit apartment complex due to comprehensive plan restrictions on density in...
Former Mayor David Fischer Passes Away at 92
News Summary David Fischer, the first strong mayor of St. Petersburg, Florida, and longest-serving mayor in the city’s history, has passed away at the age of 92. His tenure from...
St. Petersburg Mourns Former Mayor David Fischer
News Summary David Fischer, the former Mayor of St. Petersburg at age 92, passed away. Serving from 1991 to 2001, he was the city’s first strong Mayor and longest-serving leader....
Charlie Crist Considers Mayoral Run in St. Petersburg
News Summary Former Florida Governor Charlie Crist is contemplating a run for mayor of St. Petersburg in the upcoming 2026 election. He expressed his attachment to the city and his...
Thousands March in Miami for ‘No Kings’ Protest Against Trump
News Summary Floridians rallied statewide in the second national ‘No Kings’ protest, opposing the Trump administration. With events in nearly 100 locations, Miami saw approximately 5,000 participants at Bayfront Park,...
Charlie Crist Considers Run for St. Petersburg Mayor
News Summary Former Florida governor and U.S. representative Charlie Crist is exploring a possible candidacy for St. Petersburg mayor in the upcoming 2026 election. Crist plans discussions with his family,...
St. Petersburg Considers Flags for Black Heritage and LGBTQ+ Pride
News Summary St. Petersburg city leaders are set to vote on a proposal to include flags representing Black heritage and LGBTQ+ Pride in official displays. This initiative is a response...
Charlie Crist Considers Run for St. Petersburg Mayor
News Summary Former Florida Governor Charlie Crist has shown interest in running for Mayor of St. Petersburg in the upcoming 2026 election, potentially challenging incumbent Mayor Ken Welch. His decision...
SPORTS
St. Petersburg Prepares for Annual Firestone Grand Prix
News Summary St. Petersburg is gearing up for its 22nd annual Firestone Grand Prix, with ticket renewals for the 2026 race starting soon. The event will showcase the NTT INDYCAR...
Buccaneers Set for Preseason Finale Against Bills
News Summary The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are gearing up for their final preseason game against the Buffalo Bills. This matchup on August 23 will test players vying for roster spots...
Southwest Florida Christian School Suffers First Loss of Season
News Summary Southwest Florida Christian School faced a major setback on Friday night, facing a heavy defeat against St. Petersburg Catholic with a final score of 56-7. After five consecutive...
Buccaneers Prepare for Key Matchup Against Eagles
News Summary The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are intensifying their preparations for an important game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Coaches are strategizing on utilizing players such as Bucky Irving and Sterling...
Buccaneers Face Falcons in Season Opener
News Summary The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will kick off their 2025 NFL regular season with a highly anticipated game against the Atlanta Falcons. Set for September 7th, this marks the...
Monster Energy St. Petersburg Powerboat P1 Grand Prix Thrills Fans
News Summary The Monster Energy St. Petersburg Powerboat P1 Grand Prix successfully returned to Tampa Bay, showcasing thrilling powerboat racing after a two-year hiatus. Teams competed in various classes, highlighting...
Buccaneers Prepare for Preseason Clash with Steelers
News Summary The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are set to play against the Pittsburgh Steelers in a preseason matchup on August 16 at Acrisure Stadium. This marks the seventh preseason encounter...
St. Petersburg Hosts the Monster Energy Powerboat Grand Prix
News Summary St. Petersburg will host the highly anticipated Monster Energy St. Pete Powerboat P1 Grand Prix from September 5-7, 2025. This thrilling event marks the return of high-speed racing...
St. Petersburg Hosts Final Event of Monster Energy Triple Crown
News Summary The upcoming Monster Energy Triple Crown offshore racing series final event is set to take place in St. Petersburg, featuring Mod V-class teams, including the newly formed Kevin’s/SRQ...