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State official: St. Pete has a post-storm housing problem
Hurricane Milton has left St. Petersburg, Florida, facing a significant housing crisis, as highlighted by state emergency management official Kevin Gu...
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Tampa Bay places third among veteran retirement destinations
Tampa Bay has ranked third among veteran retirement destinations in the 2024 Best Cities After Service lists released by Navy Federal Credit Union and...
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Gulfport man wins $2 million scratch-off prize
A Gulfport resident, Jesse Robinson, has claimed a $2 million prize from a Florida Lottery scratch-off ticket, specifically the 100X The Cash. After b...
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County small business enterprise utilization soars
Pinellas County has reported a significant increase in government contracts awarded to local small businesses, reaching over $55 million in fiscal yea...
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USFSP to offer post-storm trick-or-treat experience
The University of South Florida St. Petersburg (USFSP) is hosting a special post-storm Halloween Fest, providing a safe trick-or-treating experience f...
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PSTA drivers helped save thousands of lives during storms
PSTA drivers played a crucial role in saving lives during the recent storms, completing nearly 570,000 emergency trips before and after Hurricanes Hel...
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School Board’s final vote on make-up days coming Tuesday
The Pinellas County School Board is set to vote on proposed make-up days for the 50 school hours lost due to Hurricanes Helene and Milton. This decisi...
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Local law enforcement collected 533 pounds of medication
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office collected 533.7 pounds of prescription medication as part of Operation Medicine Cabinet, aimed at preventing acci...
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Nonstop Amsterdam flights resume service from Tampa
Tampa International Airport has resumed its nonstop daily flights to Amsterdam, a move celebrated by officials from both the airport and Delta Air Lin...
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St. Pete ranks among top cities for disabled people
St. Petersburg has been recognized as one of the top cities for people with disabilities according to WalletHub's recent analysis, which evaluated ove...
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St. Pete’s new fire chief is ‘here to serve a purpose’
Keith Watts has been appointed as St. Petersburg's first African American fire chief, taking over the role after the retirement of James Large. Joinin...
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Meet the Candidates: Charlie Justice
The article "Meet the Candidates: Charlie Justice" focuses on the upcoming Pinellas County Commission election, featuring candidate Charlie Justice. I...
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St. Petersburg names new fire chief
St. Petersburg has appointed Keith Watts as the new Fire Chief of the St. Petersburg Fire Rescue (SPFR), marking a significant leadership change in th...
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Florida works to bring back tourism to its Gulf Coast following hurricanes Helen...
Florida's Gulf Coast is making concerted efforts to revive tourism following the devastation caused by hurricanes Helene and Milton. Despite some beac...
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Inside the Evolution of Rays Stadium Solutions
St. Petersburg officials prioritized the removal and repair of Tropicana Field's damaged roof following Hurricane Milton. This article explores the im...
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Meet the Candidates: Corey Givens Jr.
Corey Givens Jr. is a candidate for St. Pete City Council District 7, sharing insights into his personal background and priorities for the community. ...
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Disaster assistance deadlines approach
Pinellas County residents and business owners affected by Hurricanes Debby, Helene, and Milton are facing impending deadlines for federal disaster ass...
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Army Corps provides Operation Blue Roof application assistance
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has opened mobile registration units in St. Petersburg and Madeira Beach to assist Pinellas County residents with app...
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Coast Guard offloads $115 million worth of drugs in St. Pete
The U.S. Coast Guard Sector St. Petersburg recently offloaded $115 million worth of cocaine and marijuana, following a 38-day anti-smuggling operation...
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USF men’s basketball coach dies at 43
The University of South Florida announced the passing of its head men's basketball coach, Amir Abdur-Rahim, at the age of 43 due to complications from...