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Community Pushes for Alternative Energy in St. Petersburg
News Summary St. Petersburg residents are rallying behind the ‘Dump Duke’ movement, advocating for a municipal utility to replace Duke Energy. Following a City Council vote in favor of a...
Young Man Arrested After Police Find Drugs in Rolls-Royce
News Summary Eric Stallings, a 23-year-old man, was arrested in St. Petersburg after being found unconscious in a Rolls-Royce. Police discovered illegal drugs and firearms in the vehicle, leading to...
Brandi Gabbard Announces Mayoral Candidacy in St. Petersburg
News Summary St. Petersburg City Council member Brandi Gabbard has announced her candidacy for mayor, aiming to challenge incumbent Ken Welch. Emphasizing a different governance vision, Gabbard’s campaign focuses on...
Man Arrested in St. Petersburg After Unconscious in Luxury Car
News Summary A 23-year-old man named Eric Stallings was arrested in St. Petersburg after being found unconscious in a luxury Rolls-Royce. Police discovered illegal drugs, firearms, and knives in the...
Pinellas County Allocates $2.5 Million for Palladium Theater Renovations
News Summary Pinellas County Commissioners have approved $2.5 million in funding for the renovation of the historic Palladium Theater in St. Petersburg. This decision supports a broader capital campaign that...
Christian Hardigree to Become President of Texas A&M University-Victoria
News Summary Christian Hardigree, currently the regional chancellor at USF St. Petersburg, will soon take on the role of president at Texas A&M University-Victoria. Hardigree, who has held her position...
St. Petersburg Takes Steps to Address High Water Bills
News Summary Amid rising complaints from residents over irregularly high water bills, St. Petersburg city officials are launching a management evaluation of their billing department. City Council member Lisset Hanewicz...
Seahawks Secure Victory Against Jaguars
News Summary The Seattle Seahawks achieved a 20-12 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars, marking their fourth win of the season. Shaquill Griffin made a strong impression in his first start,...
St. Petersburg Commences Major Roof Repairs at Tropicana Field
News Summary St. Petersburg has initiated substantial roof repairs on Tropicana Field, home to the Tampa Bay Rays, as part of a $23 million restoration project. The work begins with...
BUSINESS
Highline Hospitality Partners Acquires Hilton St. Petersburg Carillon Park
News Summary Highline Hospitality Partners has announced its acquisition of the Hilton St. Petersburg Carillon Park, marking its first investment in Florida. This strategic acquisition is set to enhance the...
Florida Trust Wealth Management Expands to St. Petersburg
News Summary Florida Trust Wealth Management, formerly known as Tampa Bay Trust Company, is opening a new office in St. Petersburg. Located at City Center, this office aims to provide...
Datz Restaurant Closes Its St. Petersburg Location
News Summary After 16 years of serving the Tampa Bay area, Datz has permanently closed its St. Petersburg location. The announcement reflects the end of a beloved establishment known for...
YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg Appoints New CEO
News Summary The YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg has announced the appointment of Nicci Bucher as their new Chief Executive Officer, set to take over in November. Bucher, who has...
Tampa Proposes $6.8 Billion Redevelopment for Historic Gas Plant District
News Summary Tampa Mayor Ken Welch is evaluating a $6.8 billion redevelopment plan for the Historic Gas Plant District, submitted by ARK Ellison Horus LLC. The project seeks to transform...
New Affordable Housing Project Heritage Grove in St. Petersburg
News Summary St. Petersburg is launching the Heritage Grove project at the site of the Deuces landmark. Developed by Green Mills Group, it will feature 54 income-restricted apartments and retail...
Palladium Theater in St. Petersburg to Undergo Major Renovation
News Summary The Palladium Theater at St. Petersburg College will receive a $13 million renovation to enhance its performance capabilities. Approved funding of $2.5 million from Pinellas County completes the...
Damon Greene Launches Exclusive Buyer Representation for Townhomes
News Summary Damon Greene, The Iconic Agent, introduces exclusive buyer representation for new townhomes at the Towns at Union in St. Petersburg. This initiative aims to assist interested buyers in...
Nicci Bucher Appointed as New CEO of YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg
News Summary The YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg welcomes Nicci Bucher as its new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding David Jezek after his 17-year tenure. Bucher, currently COO of the YMCA...
Events/What's Happening
St. Petersburg Invites Community Input on New Port Master Plan
News Summary St. Petersburg residents are encouraged to participate in shaping the Draft Master Plan for the Port, the first revision in 26 years. An online survey is open for...
St. Petersburg Welcomes New Bernie McCabe Courthouse
News Summary St. Petersburg is set to unveil the Bernie McCabe Second District Court of Appeal Courthouse on December 1, 2025. This modern facility, located at 525 Mirror Lake Drive...
St. Petersburg’s Urban Transformation with Major Developments
News Summary St. Petersburg is set to undergo significant urban changes with the launch of key projects including a new $59 million courthouse, affordable housing, and a restaurant by chef...
AI Salon St. Petersburg Launching to Connect AI Innovators
News Summary The AI Salon St. Petersburg is launching this month to promote collaboration among AI professionals in the Tampa Bay area. Set for October 22, the event aims to...
The Black Veil Ball: A Fundraising Gala for Mental Health
News Summary St. Pete Beach will host its largest fundraising event, The Black Veil Ball, organized by Project No Labels to support mental health initiatives in the LGBTQ+ community. The...
Fall Events and Halloween Festivities in Pinellas County
News Summary Pinellas County is celebrating the fall season with a variety of family-friendly events throughout October. From pumpkin patches like Gallagher’s Pumpkin Patch to the Sacred Heart Festival and...
St. Petersburg Considers New City Flag Designs for Inclusivity
News Summary The St. Petersburg City Council is set to discuss two proposed flag designs, the ‘Harmony Flag’ and the ‘History Flag’, aimed at celebrating diversity and inclusivity within the...
St. Petersburg Celebrates Annual Free Museum Day
News Summary St. Petersburg successfully hosted its Free Museum Day, attracting over 2,500 attendees eager to explore the arts. Coordinated by the City and the Arts Alliance, this event allowed...
St. Petersburg’s Vibrant Pumpkin Patch Celebrations
News Summary St. Petersburg is immersing itself in the fall season with numerous pumpkin patch events aimed at celebrating autumn traditions and enhancing community involvement. Key events such as the...
CRIME
Young Man Arrested After Police Find Drugs in Rolls-Royce
News Summary Eric Stallings, a 23-year-old man, was arrested in St. Petersburg after being found unconscious in a Rolls-Royce. Police discovered illegal drugs and firearms in the vehicle, leading to...
Man Arrested in St. Petersburg After Unconscious in Luxury Car
News Summary A 23-year-old man named Eric Stallings was arrested in St. Petersburg after being found unconscious in a luxury Rolls-Royce. Police discovered illegal drugs, firearms, and knives in the...
Woman Charged with Exploiting Disabled Elderly in St. Petersburg
News Summary Delorse Boyd, 65, faces serious charges for exploiting a 79-year-old disabled woman in St. Petersburg. Over four years, Boyd allegedly stole more than $200,000 while managing the victim’s...
Police Seek Help in St. Petersburg Hit-and-Run Case
News Summary The St. Petersburg Police Department is searching for the driver involved in a fatal hit-and-run that killed 61-year-old Victoria Morley. The incident occurred while she was crossing Dartmoor...
Teen Bicyclist in Critical Condition After Car Collision
News Summary A 16-year-old male bicyclist is in life-threatening condition after being struck by a car on Court Street in Clearwater. The crash occurred just before 3 p.m. and prompted...
Tragic Plane Crash Near Williston, Florida Claims Three Lives
News Summary A small plane crash near Williston, Florida, resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including a pilot flying a Beechcraft Baron 58P. The aircraft crashed in a peanut...
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Retains Top Spot in Florida
News Summary Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital has been named the No. 1 children’s hospital in Florida for the third year in a row, according to the U.S. News &...
Tragic Plane Crash in Levy County Claims Three Lives
News Summary A plane crash in Levy County, Florida, tragically resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including a father and son. The twin-engine Beechcraft Baron 58P went down in...
Tragic Hit-and-Run Incident Claims Life in St. Petersburg
News Summary A 61-year-old woman tragically died after being struck by a vehicle while crossing the street in St. Petersburg. The hit-and-run occurred late Friday night, leaving the community in...
POLITICS
Community Pushes for Alternative Energy in St. Petersburg
News Summary St. Petersburg residents are rallying behind the ‘Dump Duke’ movement, advocating for a municipal utility to replace Duke Energy. Following a City Council vote in favor of a...
Brandi Gabbard Announces Mayoral Candidacy in St. Petersburg
News Summary St. Petersburg City Council member Brandi Gabbard has announced her candidacy for mayor, aiming to challenge incumbent Ken Welch. Emphasizing a different governance vision, Gabbard’s campaign focuses on...
Pinellas County Allocates $2.5 Million for Palladium Theater Renovations
News Summary Pinellas County Commissioners have approved $2.5 million in funding for the renovation of the historic Palladium Theater in St. Petersburg. This decision supports a broader capital campaign that...
Christian Hardigree to Become President of Texas A&M University-Victoria
News Summary Christian Hardigree, currently the regional chancellor at USF St. Petersburg, will soon take on the role of president at Texas A&M University-Victoria. Hardigree, who has held her position...
St. Petersburg Takes Steps to Address High Water Bills
News Summary Amid rising complaints from residents over irregularly high water bills, St. Petersburg city officials are launching a management evaluation of their billing department. City Council member Lisset Hanewicz...
St. Petersburg Residents Rally Against Duke Energy
News Summary The ‘Dump Duke’ movement in St. Petersburg, Florida, is gaining momentum as residents express dissatisfaction with Duke Energy’s rising costs and reliability issues. As the city’s contract with...
St. Petersburg Considers Flags to Honor LGBTQ+ Rights
News Summary The St. Petersburg City Council is deliberating the approval of two flags honoring LGBTQ+ rights and the city’s segregated past. Sponsored by Council member Gina Driscoll, the flags...
St. Petersburg City Council Reviews Water Billing Issues Amid Outrage
News Summary The St. Petersburg City Council has initiated a management review of the city’s water billing system due to ongoing resident complaints of excessively high bills. This decision follows...
St. Petersburg City Council Delays Vote on Proposed Flags
News Summary The St. Petersburg City Council has postponed a vote on two proposed flags honoring the LGBTQ+ and Black communities. This decision follows the controversial removal of murals supporting...
SPORTS
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...
NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Race to Be Held in St. Petersburg
News Summary The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series is set to make its inaugural appearance in St. Petersburg, coinciding with the Firestone Grand Prix weekend. Scheduled for February 28, 2026, this...
NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series to Debut on Street Course
News Summary In a historic move for motorsports, the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series is set to make its street course debut during the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg. This...