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Three St. Pete children found safe after Missing Child Alert issued: FDLE
Three children reported missing in St. Petersburg have been located safe, prompting the cancellation of a statewide Missing Child Alert issued by the ...
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Tampa International Airport will suspend operations Thursday
Tampa International Airport has announced the suspension of all commercial and cargo operations starting at 2 a.m. Thursday due to Hurricane Helene. T...
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Transit agency to suspend service Thursday
The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) will suspend all transit services on Thursday due to Hurricane Helene, following their provision of fre...
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St. Pete Sandbag Sites Close Amid Hurricane Threat
St. Petersburg's sandbag distribution sites were closed due to inclement weather and employee safety concerns, after distributing 39,000 sandbags on t...
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County commission approves $4.3 billion budget, tax cuts
Pinellas County commissioners unanimously approved a $4.3 billion budget for the fiscal year 2025, marking a significant increase of approximately $50...
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Mayor Urges Residents to Heed Evacuation Orders
Mayor urges residents to heed evacuation orders in light of impending severe weather conditions. The article emphasizes the importance of community sa...
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Health experts share storm safety tips as Helene approaches
As Hurricane Helene approaches the Gulf Coast, health experts and emergency management officials are urging residents to prepare for potential severe ...
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City Prepares Vulnerable Downtown Residents for Storm
The city is taking proactive measures to prepare vulnerable downtown residents for an impending storm, ensuring they have the necessary resources and ...
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St. Petersburg declares a state of emergency
St. Petersburg has declared a local state of emergency in response to the anticipated intensification of Tropical Storm Helene into a major hurricane....
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St. Pete used car dealership files for bankruptcy
Level Up Auto Sales, a used car dealership in St. Petersburg, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, reporting debts between $10 million and $50 million...
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U-Haul offers free storage to those affected by Helene
U-Haul is providing free self-storage and U-Box portable containers for 30 days to Florida residents impacted by Hurricane Helene. Nearly 20 U-Haul fr...
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Veo suspends scooter service downtown
Veo has temporarily suspended its scooter service in downtown St. Petersburg due to incoming weather conditions. The notification was sent via the Veo...
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Top Buttons Opens in Downtown St. Pete
Top Buttons has officially opened its doors in downtown St. Petersburg, creating a vibrant space for community engagement and dining. The establishmen...
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Pinellas Officials Brace for Unprecedented Storm Surge
Pinellas County officials are preparing for an unprecedented storm surge as severe weather threatens the region. Emergency plans are being activated t...
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Mayor urges residents to heed evacuation orders
Pinellas County officials have mandated an evacuation for Zone A as Hurricane Helene approaches, expected to intensify to a Category 3 hurricane. Mayo...
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Health Experts Share Storm Safety Tips as Helene Approaches
Health experts are sharing essential storm safety tips as Tropical Storm Helene approaches the region. The guidance emphasizes preparation and awarene...
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Dr. Kiran Patel lists beachfront property for $19 million
Dr. Kiran Patel has listed his 1-acre beachfront property in Indian Rocks Beach for $19 million through Sotheby’s International Realty. The property, ...
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State of emergency issued for Pinellas County
A state of emergency has been declared for Pinellas County by Governor Ron DeSantis as Hurricane Helene approaches, affecting 41 counties in total. Th...
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ConnectWise names new CEO
Manny Rivelo has been appointed as the new CEO of ConnectWise, succeeding Jason Magee, who stepped down after five years in leadership. The transition...
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USF maintains top 50 ranking, ‘best value’ designation
The University of South Florida (USF) has been ranked among the top 50 public institutions in the U.S. for the sixth consecutive year, achieving the N...