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Conservation icon Jane Goodall speaks tonight in St. Pete
Dr. Jane Goodall, renowned conservationist and ethologist, addressed the media before her talk at Tropicana Field, emphasizing the importance of educa...
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Sweeping South St. Pete zoning changes receive final approval
St. Petersburg City Council approved significant zoning changes aimed at revitalizing a historically underutilized area in the Warehouse Arts District...
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SPC’s master plan promotes advanced manufacturing, nursing
St. Petersburg College has unveiled an updated multiyear Facilities Master Plan aimed at enhancing campus synergy throughout Pinellas County. Key init...
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County breaks ground on Dansville Community Park
Pinellas County officials and community leaders broke ground on the Dansville Community Park, a 12-acre facility in an underserved area founded by an ...
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USF announces plans to build on recent success
The University of South Florida (USF) aims to join the top 25 public institutions in the U.S., according to President Rhea Law. Following its recent i...
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SPCA shutters Veterinary Center in St. Pete
The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) Tampa Bay has closed its Veterinary Center in St. Petersburg to adapt to community needs, ...
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St. Pete Pier closes due to power outage: Officials
The St. Pete Pier and a portion of downtown St. Petersburg are currently experiencing a power outage, prompting city officials to close the area until...
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Body found near dumpster in St. Petersburg, police investigating 'suspicious dea...
A woman's body was discovered near a dumpster in St. Petersburg, Florida, prompting an investigation by local police. Detectives reported signs of tra...
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Mayor’s City Hall on Tour series returns
Mayor Ken Welch’s City Hall on Tour event series is set to return on August 18, 2024, at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg. This initiati...
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Mint House partners with the Rays
Mint House has launched a partnership with the Tampa Bay Rays, promoting their apartment-style short-term rentals as a preferred accommodation option ...
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Community giving event returns to St. Pete
CareFest is returning to St. Petersburg, offering residents an opportunity to assist their neighbors and enhance community spaces through various loca...
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Report: Hispanic entrepreneurs thrive in St. Pete
St. Petersburg has been recognized as one of the top cities for Hispanic entrepreneurs, ranking 9th in a recent WalletHub report that evaluated over 1...
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St. Pete festival promotes the power of community
The upcoming West St. Pete CommUNITY Festival on September 28 aims to foster unity among diverse community members, coinciding with National Good Neig...
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Livability survey highlights St. Pete’s strengths, weaknesses
St. Petersburg's 2024 Community Survey reveals residents' appreciation for the city's vibrancy and cultural offerings, while highlighting concerns ove...
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St. Petersburg Residents Demand Action Amid Severe Flooding and Wastewater Disch...
St. Petersburg residents are seeking assistance from city officials to address severe flooding issues following substantial rainfall. City officials r...
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BayCare expands to Pasco with innovative service
BayCare Health System has acquired a 15.7-acre property in Pasco County for $12 million to construct a HealthHub that will include an emergency depart...
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Popular St. Pete steakhouse to close after 29 years
Howard Seltzers Steakhouse, a beloved St. Petersburg establishment, will close its doors on September 29, 2024, after 29 years in business. The owner ...
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St. Petersburg hires new public information officer
Samantha Bequer has been appointed as the new public information officer for the City of St. Petersburg, succeeding Eric Riggins, who resigned in Apri...
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Local Real Estate Roundup: Notable Listings and Sales in St. Petersburg Area
A two-story Spanish-style residence in St. Petersburg has been listed for $1.2 million, featuring 5 bedrooms and recent renovations. Additionally, the...
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St. Petersburg Plans to Sell City-Owned Property to Third Lake Partners for $10 ...
St. Petersburg's mayoral administration is planning to sell a city-owned property for $10 million to Third Lake Partners, which previously made a $6 m...