Concerns grow that John’s Pass dredging project may fall short of long-term goals
MADEIRA BEACH, Fla. — A long-awaited dredging project at John’s Pass is starting to wind down, but some local businesses say the work may not go far enough to prevent the problem from returning. After more than two months of work, crews have removed thousands of cubic yards...
Eight O’Clock Theatre brings Broadway musical ‘Crazy for You’ to Largo
LARGO, Fla. - For Eight O'Clock's performances of "Crazy For You", performers created rhythms in a variety of ways. "It's a massive production. The set is big. There are multiple levels," Eight O'Clock Theatre Director James Grenelle explained. "They're dancing on roofs. It's a very physical show with lots of dancing."
This cozy Florida cafe is known for its amazing French toast
Tucked along the sun-soaked Gulf Boulevard in St Pete Beach, Florida, La Croisette is the kind of breakfast spot that locals rave about and visitors never forget. With a cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and a menu packed with French-inspired morning favorites, this little gem has earned a remarkable 4.8-star rating from over 6,000 happy guests.
Hundreds of mothballs scattered on St. Pete Beach. Wildlife officials are investigating
Florida wildlife officials are trying to determine who scattered hundreds of toxic mothballs April 20 across a stretch of St. Pete Beach near a colony of protected black skimmers that had gathered near the dunes. An acrid smell wafted in the air just west of the Lido Residences condominiums on...
Sober Bar Bringing Alcohol-Free “Third Space” Experience to Gulfport
GULFPORT, FL — Sober Bar is targeting a mid-June opening, with June 15 as the current goal, pending final approvals and inspections, at 3062 Beach Boulevard South, Gulfport, FL 33707. The concept is bringing a non-alcoholic “third space” to the area with zero-proof drinks, functional beverage options, and New Orleans-inspired food, owner Sean Hawthorne told Business Debut.
Things to do around Pinellas: April 30-May 6
7-9 p.m. Friday, May 1. Weaver Park-Waterside, 1258 Bayshore Blvd., Dunedin. This event is dedicated to Wendy Barmore who was a renowned local musician and a contributing member of the Dunedin community. The Rotary Club of Dunedin will be selling beer and wine with all proceeds benefiting the Wendy Barmore Music Scholarship. Bring your blanket or lawn chairs. Free to attend. This...
St. Petersburg Takes Control of $165M Marina Redevelopment Project
St. Petersburg will run the overhaul of its 640-slip downtown marina after cutting ties with Safe Harbor Marinas in late 2025. City officials are hammering out a contract with Skanska and Cummins Cederberg for pre-construction services on the $165.45 million project. Officials dropped talks with the private company. They shifted...
Historic ground breaking held for 2 west Tampa schools
TAMPA, Fla. — A new chapter begins for two West Tampa schools. On Tuesday, Hillsborough County Schools broke ground on a shared campus for Just Elementary and Stewart Middle Magnet School. The $77 million project aims to serve more than 1,500 students. “This is our first investment in the...
Osprey killed in nest fire near Eckerd’s soccer field Friday
A large osprey nest caught fire Friday night, situated on top of a light between Johnson Athletic Field and the EC Farm, leading to the death of an adult osprey. The nest was home to at least three osprey adults. The fire is thought to be started from the combination...
St. Petersburg mayoral candidate Brandi Gabbard condemns Florida’s anti-DEI law
St. Petersburg Mayoral Candidate Brandi Gabbard (C) attends a No Kings protest last month. (Photo via Gabbard’s campaign Facebook) ST. PETERSBURG | Mayoral candidate Brandi Gabbard says St. Petersburg “should be a leader” in the “fight” against a new law targeting local support for diversity, equity and inclusion.
