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Proposed Budget Cuts Threaten SNAP Program for Floridians
News Summary The U.S. House has passed a bill proposing cuts to the SNAP program, risking food assistance for nearly 3 million Floridians. Stricter work requirements and increased costs for...
St. Petersburg Man Arrested for Stealing $650,000 Worth of Watches
News Summary A 32-year-old St. Petersburg man, an employee at Gold & Diamond Source, was arrested for allegedly stealing high-end watches valued at $650,000. After multiple reports and an investigation...
DNA Technology Identifies Man from 1980 Car Accident
News Summary An investigation utilizing advanced DNA technology has identified the remains of Joseph Richard Murrell, a man who died in a tragic car accident in 1980. The St. Petersburg...
St. Petersburg City Council Approves $7 Million Sewage Upgrade
News Summary In response to severe flooding and sewage overflows caused by recent hurricanes, the St. Petersburg City Council has approved a $7 million investment to upgrade the city’s sewage...
St. Petersburg City Council Approves $5 Million for Tropicana Field Repairs
News Summary The St. Petersburg City Council has unanimously approved an additional $5 million for repairs to the historic Tropicana Field. This funding is part of a broader $56 million...
St. Petersburg Man Pleads Guilty to Bank Fraud and Mail Theft
News Summary Diamondric Artag Berry, a 30-year-old from St. Petersburg, has pleaded guilty to bank fraud and mail theft, facing a potential sentence of up to 30 years. His crimes...
St. Petersburg Allocates $5 Million for Tropicana Field Repairs
News Summary The St. Petersburg City Council has unanimously approved $5 million for essential repairs to Tropicana Field, amidst ongoing uncertainty about the future of the Tampa Bay Rays. The...
St. Petersburg Partners with Habitat for Humanity to Tackle Housing Crisis
News Summary St. Petersburg, Florida, collaborates with Habitat for Humanity to address the affordable housing crisis by developing Pelican Place, a townhome community with 40 affordable units. Aimed at helping...
St. Petersburg Secures Grant for Financial Empowerment Programs
News Summary St. Petersburg is set to enhance the financial well-being of its residents with a $100,000 grant from the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund. This funding aims to develop...
BUSINESS
Three Forks Wood Reclamation Preserves D-Day History
News Summary Three Forks Wood Reclamation, a veteran-owned business in St. Petersburg, has reclaimed historic wood from significant D-Day sites in Normandy. Founded by Christopher Kelley and Christian Knutzen, the...
Florida Funders Partners with Dragonfly Operating Partners
News Summary Florida Funders has announced a partnership with Dragonfly Operating Partners to provide operational support for over 100 early-stage portfolio companies. This collaboration aims to boost growth through tailored...
Three Forks Wood Reclamation Preserves WWII Heritage
News Summary Three Forks Wood Reclamation, co-founded by veterans Christopher Kelley and Christian Knutzen, is reclaiming historical wood to preserve WWII history. Recently, they acquired wood from a barn in...
Bar Chinchilla Transforms into Daytime Coffee Shop
News Summary Bar Chinchilla, the smallest bar in St. Petersburg, is making a significant change by transitioning into a coffee shop during the day. Effective immediately, the establishment will operate...
CKR Solar Wins Prestigious Awards for Innovative Solar Projects
News Summary CKR Solar, a leading residential solar contractor in Tampa, has achieved remarkable recognition by winning both the Residential PV and Battery Installation Awards from FlaSEIA. Their award-winning project...
St. Petersburg Housing Authority Hosts Landlord Summit Amid Decreasing Affordable Housing Supply
News Summary The St. Petersburg Housing Authority organized a landlord summit to address the declining supply of affordable housing. The summit aimed to encourage landlords to participate in the Section...
Florida Cancer Specialists Welcomes Dr. Ameet Patel
News Summary Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute has appointed Dr. Ameet Patel, a triple board-certified specialist in cellular therapy and bone marrow transplantation. Dr. Patel will enhance patient care...
Florida’s Gulf Coast Rallies for Recovery Post-Hurricanes
News Summary The Gulf Coast of Florida is facing recovery efforts after Hurricanes Helene and Milton wreaked havoc in 2024. Local businesses are pushing for a return of tourism, critical...
New Marine Mammal Complex to be Built at Eckerd College
News Summary The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has announced plans to construct a $17 million marine mammal complex at Eckerd College in St. Petersburg. This project aims to...
Events/What's Happening
St. Petersburg Prepares for Florida’s Largest LGBTQ+ Celebration
News Summary St. Petersburg is gearing up for St. Pete Pride, Florida’s largest LGBTQ+ celebration, set to attract around 350,000 attendees. Local businesses are embracing the festivities with Pride décor...
Explore Florida’s Best Weekend Getaway Destinations
News Summary Florida boasts a variety of exciting weekend getaway options perfect for residents and visitors looking to escape their routines. From the theme parks in Orlando to the artistic...
Exploring Julian Dimock’s Legacy in Florida’s History
News Summary A new podcast episode titled “Welcome to Florida” highlights the early 20th-century history of Southwest Florida through the work of photographer Julian Dimock. The episode, hosted by Craig...
St. Petersburg Launches Enhanced Law Enforcement Engagement Program
News Summary The St. Petersburg Police Department has collaborated with the Florida Department of Transportation to launch the Enhanced Law Enforcement Engagement (ELEE) program. This initiative aims to improve road...
St. Pete Pride Announces 2025 Celebration Events
News Summary The St. Pete Pride organization has unveiled a month-long schedule of events to celebrate Pride Month, led by newly appointed Executive Director Bior Guigni. Activities include a parade,...
St. Petersburg Prepares for Largest LGBTQ+ Pride Celebration
News Summary St. Petersburg is set to host its largest LGBTQ+ Pride celebration, featuring a variety of events throughout June aimed at celebrating inclusivity and equality. Highlights include concerts, the...
USPS to Host ‘Grow Your Business’ Event in St. Petersburg
News Summary The U.S. Postal Service is organizing a free ‘Grow Your Business’ event in St. Petersburg aimed at supporting local entrepreneurs. Scheduled for June 17th at the Post Office...
Governor DeSantis to Discuss Hurricane Preparedness in Tampa Bay
News Summary Governor Ron DeSantis will hold a press conference to address hurricane preparedness ahead of the 2025 season. The event, taking place at The Westin Sarasota, will focus on...
Umphrey’s McGee Debuts New Drummer in Florida Concerts
News Summary Umphrey’s McGee took to the stage in Florida with new drummer Duane Trucks, marking a significant moment in the band’s evolution. Their concerts featured rare tracks such as...
CRIME
St. Petersburg Man Arrested for Stealing $650,000 Worth of Watches
News Summary A 32-year-old St. Petersburg man, an employee at Gold & Diamond Source, was arrested for allegedly stealing high-end watches valued at $650,000. After multiple reports and an investigation...
DNA Technology Identifies Man from 1980 Car Accident
News Summary An investigation utilizing advanced DNA technology has identified the remains of Joseph Richard Murrell, a man who died in a tragic car accident in 1980. The St. Petersburg...
St. Petersburg Man Pleads Guilty to Bank Fraud and Mail Theft
News Summary Diamondric Artag Berry, a 30-year-old from St. Petersburg, has pleaded guilty to bank fraud and mail theft, facing a potential sentence of up to 30 years. His crimes...
St. Petersburg Launches Enhanced Road Safety Program
News Summary The St. Petersburg Police Department has launched the Enhanced Law Enforcement Engagement (ELEE) program in conjunction with the Florida Department of Transportation. The initiative aims to improve road...
Motorcyclist Sentenced for Fatal Street Racing Crash
News Summary Carlos Fernandez, a 23-year-old from St. Petersburg, has been sentenced to seven years in prison following a crash during an illegal street racing event that resulted in the...
Motorcyclist Sentenced for Fatal Street Racing Incident
News Summary Carlos Fernandez, a 23-year-old from St. Petersburg, has been sentenced to seven years in prison for his involvement in a street racing crash that resulted in the death...
Clearwater Man Arrested for Sexual Abuse of a Child
News Summary Bobby McAffee, 62, from Clearwater, has been arrested on charges of sexual abuse involving an 8-year-old boy, including allegations of transmitting HIV to the child. The Pinellas County...
Clearwater Man Arrested for Sexual Battery Involving a Child
News Summary Bobby McAffee, a Clearwater resident, was arrested after allegations of sexual battery involving a child under 12. The investigation revealed disturbing details, including that McAffee confessed during questioning....
St. Petersburg Ranks High for Dog Attacks as USPS Reports Surge
News Summary St. Petersburg, Florida has been highlighted in a recent USPS report as one of the top cities for dog attacks on postal workers, with 15 incidents reported last...
POLITICS
Proposed Budget Cuts Threaten SNAP Program for Floridians
News Summary The U.S. House has passed a bill proposing cuts to the SNAP program, risking food assistance for nearly 3 million Floridians. Stricter work requirements and increased costs for...
St. Petersburg City Council Approves $7 Million Sewage Upgrade
News Summary In response to severe flooding and sewage overflows caused by recent hurricanes, the St. Petersburg City Council has approved a $7 million investment to upgrade the city’s sewage...
St. Petersburg City Council Approves $5 Million for Tropicana Field Repairs
News Summary The St. Petersburg City Council has unanimously approved an additional $5 million for repairs to the historic Tropicana Field. This funding is part of a broader $56 million...
St. Petersburg Allocates $5 Million for Tropicana Field Repairs
News Summary The St. Petersburg City Council has unanimously approved $5 million for essential repairs to Tropicana Field, amidst ongoing uncertainty about the future of the Tampa Bay Rays. The...
St. Petersburg Secures Grant for Financial Empowerment Programs
News Summary St. Petersburg is set to enhance the financial well-being of its residents with a $100,000 grant from the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund. This funding aims to develop...
Job Corps Centers Nationwide Pause Due to Low Graduation Rates
News Summary The U.S. Department of Labor has announced a nationwide pause on Job Corps centers, including the Pinellas Job Corps Center in St. Petersburg, Florida. This decision is triggered...
Concerns Rise Over Proposed $300 Billion Cuts to SNAP Program
News Summary Florida faces potential changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) as a proposed federal spending bill aims to cut $300 billion from SNAP over the next decade....
St. Petersburg Ranks High for Parks in Florida
News Summary St. Petersburg, Florida, has achieved the highest ranking in the state and 14th nationally in the 2025 ParkScore index, a measure of the park systems in the U.S....
Former Congressional Candidate Sentenced for Threats
News Summary William Braddock III, a former candidate for Congress, received a three-year prison sentence for threatening to kill his opponent, Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, during the 2021 election campaign....
SPORTS
St. Pete Pride Announces 2025 Celebration Events
News Summary The St. Pete Pride organization has unveiled a month-long schedule of events to celebrate Pride Month, led by newly appointed Executive Director Bior Guigni. Activities include a parade,...
St. Petersburg Expands Pickleball Facilities to Meet Demand
News Summary St. Petersburg, Florida is enhancing its pickleball infrastructure in response to the sport’s surging popularity. With an investment of approximately $1.1 million, the city will add new courts...
Gibbs High School Shines at Local Football Jamboree
News Summary A recent high school football jamboree in St. Petersburg featured Gibbs High School, Sunlake, and Sarasota. Gibbs made headlines with new player Mike Broxton showcasing his skills, while...
St. Petersburg Celebrates Over a Century of Lawn Bowling Tradition
News Summary The oldest lawn bowling club in St. Petersburg, Florida, celebrates its rich heritage and community spirit as it attracts players from all over. Established in the early 20th...
Palm Harbor Prepares for the Valspar Championship 2025
News Summary The Valspar Championship is set to return to Palm Harbor, Florida from March 20-23, 2025, offering a weekend filled with golf, community activities, and live music. Special events...
2025 Firestone Grand Prix Set to Thrill St. Petersburg
News Summary The Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg is ready to deliver an electrifying experience from February 27 to March 2, 2025. With IndyCar racing and a lineup of...
St. Petersburg Prepares for an Action-Packed Race Weekend
News Summary St. Petersburg is set for the thrilling Firestone Grand Prix from February 28 to March 2, 2025. This year’s focus is on enhanced safety measures in partnership with...
Phillies Truck Day Marks Start of Spring Training
News Summary The Philadelphia Phillies kicked off their 2025 spring training preparations with the annual Truck Day on February 3. A vibrant crowd gathered at Citizens Bank Park to witness...
St. Petersburg Puppies Buster and Sky to Shine in Puppy Bowl XXI
News Summary St. Petersburg’s own Buster and Sky are gearing up for a national spotlight in Puppy Bowl XXI on February 9, 2025. Rescued by Compassion Kind, these charming pups...
