From Philly to the Sunshine City: The Violet Stone’s St. Pete story
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla - A taste of Philadelphia has found a new home in St. Petersburg, Florida, and it's called The Violet Stone. Owner Daniel Fekete, a Philly native, brought the flavors of his hometown to the Sunshine City, establishing a restaurant that stands out from the crowd. The Violet...
The week’s top commercial real estate transactions in Charlotte, Collier, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco,...
Buyer: Lee Health System Inc. Seller: Forestar (USA) Real Estate Group Inc. Seller: Forestar (USA) Real Estate Group Inc. Seller: Lakebrook Park Ltd. Seller: Thomas P. Johanning and Barbara J. Johanning. Address: 1734 Apex Road, Sarasota. Property Type: Warehouse. Price: $2,000,000. Buyer: Emmka Commerce II LLC....
CASA Pinellas’ Domestic Violence Awareness Scavenger Hunt returns for third year
CASA Pinellas’ Domestic Violence Awareness Scavenger Hunt returns for its third year on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025. This team-building event raises critical funds for CASA’s award-winning programs, while supporting local businesses, highlighting all St. Pete has to offer and educating the community on the dangers of...
St. Pete title company in 29 states after Rhode Island acquisition
Tag Agency Professionals, a St. Petersburg company that provides vehicle title and registrations services, has bought a business in Rhode Island, expanding its reach to 29 states. The new company is EZDMV. Tag Agency declined to disclose the acquisition price. The Rhode Island company provides title and registration...
Renderings reveal what the Woodson African American Museum could become in St. Pete
The Woodson African American Museum of Florida, currently located at 2240 9th Avenue South, has unveiled a bold vision for a new home designed to honor the past, inspire the future, and serve as a cultural anchor for St. Pete. The new 40,000-square-foot museum concept, designed by Everald Colas of...
Cross Bay Ferry making a comeback after PSTA grant
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) has approved its new budget, and one of the biggest takeaways for Tampa Bay area residents and visitors is the return of ferry service. Starting next month, the Cross Bay Ferry will once again connect Tampa and St. Petersburg, this...
Childs Park foul odor remains, as residents ask for DEP hearing
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Residents in St. Pete’s Childs Park neighborhood continue to be plagued with a foul odor after years of complaints. Pinellas County Air Quality officials said they are working out the bugs with the air quality monitors that are on loan from the Environmental Protection Agency.
Despite Promises, Florida Cities Approve Luxury Housing Over Affordable Workforce Options
Despite public promises, city governments across Florida continue to approve high-end developments while zoning loopholes, developer buy-outs, and weak oversight undermine affordable workfroce housing efforts.
PSTA hosts ‘E-Revolution Drive’ to support disadvantaged riders
September 10, 2025 - The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority Leadership Class of 2025 has partnered with E-Smart Recycling and The Digital Education Foundation to host an E-Revolution Drive in St. Petersburg. Residents can bring their unused or unwanted electronics, including laptops, cell phones, tablets and...
Hillsborough County Grants $13 Million to Tampa for Major Intersection Safety Upgrades
In a move that addresses longstanding traffic safety concerns within Tampa's city limits, Hillsborough County is putting some serious coin towards upgrading more than a dozen problematic intersections. The Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) recently approved a transfer of $13 million to the City...
