Report reveals positive trends in drug overdose deaths in Florida
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — A report from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement was recently released, highlighting those who died from drug overdoses from January to July 2024. Among the majority of drugs brought up in the report, such as fentanyl and heroin, most show a decrease in deaths...
A Miami-born restaurant with star-shaped pizza is expanding in Florida
An artisan pizzeria with South Beach roots is expanding across the state. Mister O1 Extraordinary Pizza has signed a lease in Bradenton near Interstate 75, on Florida’s Gulf Coast, according to plans of the Marketplace at Heritage Harbour. The new restaurant will be in a 2,300-square-foot building near Hobby Lobby,...
10 Florida Farmers’ Markets Where Breakfast Is The Main Event
Florida’s farmers’ markets aren’t just about picking up fruits and veggies – they’ve turned into lively breakfast destinations where the day starts with flavor. Picture the aroma of fresh coffee drifting through the air, the sizzle of omelets being made right in front of you, and the buzz of locals chatting over warm...
Moffitt Cancer Center provides free screenings in St. Pete
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Back for another year – the Moffitt Cancer Center hosted a free cancer screening clinic on Saturday. It’s the second in 6 months. The event, sponsored by the Kay Yow Cancer Fund, was planned in coordination with community partners like the Tampa Bay Community Cancer Network and Child’s Park...
State limits St. Petersburg’s ability to replace street art
The City of St. Petersburg lacks First Amendment free speech protections, which hinders its ability to replace recently removed street murals that promoted inclusivity. Assistant City Attorney Brett Pettigrew said the State of Florida can also abolish St. Petersburg at any time, provided it appeases municipal...
An Analysis of Eckerd’s Summer Reading, “Beloved Beasts”
“‘I wanted to be famous, of course, like every scientist does,’ Soulé told me, chuckling.”. This quote, from the late biologist Michael Soulé, is from journalist Michelle Nijhuis’ “Beloved Beasts.” “Beloved Beasts” was (or is, to those of you who haven’t done it yet) required reading for first-years in Human...
Feature film shot at Eckerd College gets world premiere
A new feature film, “Brooker,” filmed scenes at Eckerd in March 2024 and some pickup shots in April, using the James Center, Nielsen Center for Visual Arts, Waterfront, academic quad and an office in Bininger Theater. “Brooker” had its world premiere on Aug. 16 at the Centro Asturiano...
My Chemical Romance tops list of 12 concerts to check out in Tampa Bay...
A listing of live music and concerts happening in Tampa Bay between Sept. 12-19, 2025. The post My Chemical Romance tops list of 12 concerts to check out in Tampa Bay between Sept. 12-17 appeared first on Creative Loafing Tampa .
Jungle Lake restoration efforts continue
A St. Petersburg lake has received significant restoration after two wastewater spills. Jungle Lake, 7883 76th Avenue N. (in Walter Fuller Park), is a 10-acre body of water that runs off to Boca Ciega Bay. A 2015 spill in the nearby area caused raw sewage to enter the lake. Another...
St. Pete Council scrutinizes $1.18 billion spending plan
St. Petersburg City Council members approved the mayoral administration’s tentative fiscal year 2026 budget Thursday evening, but not without some concerns and discontent. The first of two budget hearings provided an opportunity for residents and the city’s other elected representatives to scrutinize the $1.18...
