Shore Acres residents say new flood funding still falls short as homes remain unlivable
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — For more than a decade, Jason Nash’s house in Shore Acres wasn’t just a structure — it was where he built a life with his family. Since 2014, every birthday, holiday and memory happened within those walls. But today, what once felt...
Best Cheap Apartments for Young People in St Petersburg Florida: Top Picks
Are you a young person looking for a cheap apartment in St Petersburg? You are in the right place! St Petersburg, Florida, is a great city to live in. It has nice weather, beautiful beaches, and many fun places. But finding a cheap apartment can be hard. This article will help you find the best cheap apartments in St...
Pitchforks Up: The Green Devils’ Fight to Save a Historic Mascot
St. Petersburg High School’s School Advisory Committee (SAC) holds meetings on the second Monday of each month at six p.m., discussing various ideas and issues brought to the group’s attention. Attended routinely by Committee and Student Government representatives, along with other members of the school community,...
St. Pete seeks to reclaim historic Black burials in Gulfport
St. Petersburg sent the remains of Black pioneers to neighboring Gulfport during segregation. The local pastor overseeing Lincoln Cemetery said it continues “being punished.”. Mayor Ken Welch and city council members now want to annex the nearly century-old cemetery. Gulfport must first facilitate the process, and...
Florida Leads Nation in Home Foreclosure Rates: State’s Affordability Gap Widens
Tampa, Jacksonville, and Orlando lead major metro areas as 5,512 properties enter foreclosure in October, revealing mounting financial pressure on state residents. By Senior Staff Writer, Edmond Thorne for OmniCom MultiMedia.
One person killed in chain reaction crash on Alligator Alley
Seven vehicles, including three semi trucks, were involved in the crash. FHP says smoke in the area limited visibility. There were also three other crashes in the same area
Rudolph Limited holiday train returns to Largo Central Park for a festive ride
If you are looking for a holiday activity that does not require traffic strategy, parking negotiations, or a second mortgage, allow Largo Central Park to make its annual case. For a limited time this December, the park’s beloved holiday train transforms into the Rudolph Limited, a festive loop through millions of...
How one man’s love for books turned into a ‘dope’ rescue mission
It's a magical feeling when you open a book for the first time — getting taken into a whole new world where characters come to life amid the whispered sound of pages turning. No matter how much you enjoy reading, your story-lover persona can be a pricey one. Books...
St. Petersburg Opens Applications Dec. 15 for $160 Million Hurricane Recovery Program
St. Petersburg will begin taking applications on Dec. 15. The city has nearly $160 million available to help residents hit by Hurricane Helene in 2024 and Hurricane Idalia in 2023. These funds arrived through community development block grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Sunrise St....
St. Petersburg becomes 1st Florida city to adopt faith based affordable housing provision
St. Petersburg has become the first municipality in Florida to formally adopt the “Yes in God’s Backyard” provision, a policy city leaders say will help expand affordable housing opportunities. City Council approved the ordinance this week, adding the provision to the City Code and allowing the city...

















