Florida Condo Drops Price Nearly 50 Percent as Housing Market Struggles
Since the end of December alone, the St. Petersburg condo's asking price has fallen $64,000 to $256,000.
Downtown St. Petersburg Faces Another Restaurant Loss
Concrete Jungle, a lively spot at 475 Central Ave. in St. Petersburg, closed its doors after operating for a little over two years. Housed in the historic Kress building, this 1927 Beaux-Arts gem has served various purposes before; it was a beloved five-and-dime store until around 1980–1981 and earned its place on...
Hillsborough woman accused of killing sister, burying her in backyard stands trial in Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. - The trial for a Hillsborough County woman who's accused of killing her sister and burying her in the backyard began this week. Debra Patton, 72, was charged with second-degree murder after she was accused of killing her sister, Karen Pais and burying her in her backyard in May 2021.
Duke Energy announces early removal of customers’ storm-related charges
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla – Duke Energy announced Wednesday it is dropping storm recovery charges for customers a month earlier than originally scheduled. The utility company said storm cost recovery charges were results of costs associated with the company’s approximately $1.1 billion response to hurricanes Debby, Helene...
New Skyway Lofts open in South St. Pete
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — A ribbon cutting was held Tuesday for the second phase of Skyway Lofts in St. Petersburg, adding 66 new units of affordable housing to the Skyway Marina District. Public and private leaders say as the Skyway Marina District continues to grow, preserving housing for people...
1 arrested during protest at border patrol hiring event in St. Petersburg, sheriff says
One person was arrested during the second day of protests at a hiring event for U.S. Customs and Border Protection in St. Petersburg on Wednesday.
City manager faces six-month review; commissioner voices loss of confidence
TREASURE ISLAND — When Commissioner Arthur Czyszczon added "City Manager Review" to the Jan. 5 agenda without backup materials, speculation spread via social media that the commission planned to fire City Manager Charles Van Zant. But only Czyszczon voiced a loss of confidence. Mayor John Doctor proposed creating an...
Moe’s Original BBQ Opens First Pinellas County Location in Seminole
Moe's Original BBQ opened its first Pinellas County spot at Bardmoor Promenade, 10801 Starkey Road in Seminole. This marks the Alabama-style barbecue chain's Tampa Bay debut. Brian and Janeen Fairhurst own the place with their children, Kamari and Tobias. Brian worked more than 20 years with the chain. He started in...
The Blu Halo is North St. Pete’s new culinary star
If you haven’t made your way to The Blu Halo in St. Pete, consider this your friendly nudge. When this chef-driven spot first opened at Echelon City Center (211 Main St. N) in late summer, it promised a modern twist on classic American fare and a curated wine selection. Now, after some time in the St. Pete dining...
New vet clinic opens in St. Pete offering night and weekend hours at non-emergency...
St. Pete has a new option for fast, friendly, and trustworthy after-hours pet care. CentralPet Express Care just opened at 19 Dr. MLK Jr. St. South in the EDGE District, offering night and weekend appointments and walk-ins at more affordable prices. The locally owned and operated veterinary clinic is already...
