Shore Acres to get $32M flood relief project; residents question if it’s enough
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla - For years, flooding has become a harsh reality for homeowners in Shore Acres, from hurricanes and heavy storms to even high tide events. Now, city leaders say help is on the way. What we know:. The city is rolling out a $32 million resiliency infrastructure project...
Paddy Fest St. Pete Returns to Williams Park for Fourth Year With Three-Day Celebration
Paddy Fest St. Pete comes back to Williams Park March 13-15. Now in its fourth year, this three-day Irish music bash brings live bands, step dancing, food trucks, and activities for kids to downtown St. Pete. Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones will perform. So will Seven Nations and...
A Ceviche Squabble, a Tapas Tussle
What do you mean they cook the fish in citrus? Count me out. That was my first reaction to the idea of ceviche — when I didn’t eat much fish and I was an idiot. These days, I only eat ceviche on occasion, but I find it interesting how each restaurant produces a distinct version. I’m hoping that occurs again this week...
The Global Love Project hosts free community art celebration for 4th anniversary
The Global Love Project has been delivering color and positivity to the streets of St. Pete since 2022. This Sunday, February 22, the arts initiative is hosting a free community celebration in honor of its 4th anniversary from 9-11 am. Hosted at the Roundabout Sunburst in the EDGE District (1111...
New $59M state appeal courthouse opens in St. Petersburg
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — A ceremonial ribbon cutting for the new $59 million Bernie McCabe Second District Court of Appeal courthouse in downtown St. Petersburg will be held on Saturday, along with a tour for community leaders. “This is a way for us to recognize all of the partners...
Warm Saturday before cold front arrives Sunday
After some patchy fog clears away Saturday morning, Tampa Bay will be left with another sunny and toasty day with above-average highs Saturday afternoon. Saturday stays warm and dry with above-average highs in the low-to-upper 80s across the Bay Area. Tampa will top out near 83°. Expect a mild overnight with wake-up...
Council hears recommendations from advanced air mobility task force
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — They're being called a potentially transformative change to transportation in Tampa Bay. While it's uncertain when advanced air mobility aircraft (AAM) will start carrying passengers in the region, St. Petersburg is one of the municipalities getting ready for them. “You want to be ready for...
Pinellas County, FL, Amy’s China One Chinese Restaurant Fails Inspection With 13 Violations
A routine food inspection at Amy's China One, located at 1537 S Highland Avenue in Clearwater, Pinellas County, resulted in 13 violations and an administrative complaint recommendation on Feb. 12, 2026. Inspectors from the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation found three high-priority, two...
Ruskin Man Killed When Car Flips Through Wesley Chapel Lot
A 25-year-old Ruskin man died earlier this morning after his Toyota Camry left State Road 56 and tore through the parking lot of the Buffalo Wild Wings near Cypress Ridge Boulevard in Pasco County. According to troopers, the car struck a Florida Department of Transportation information sign and overturned after...
This No-Frills Florida Donut Shop Secretly Makes Some Of The Best Apple Fritters In...
Some food is good. Some food makes people stop talking. Somewhere in Florida, there is a humble donut counter that proves you do not need neon signs or trendy décor to win loyal fans. You walk in expecting something quick and simple, and then you see the trays. Fresh...

















