This Florida Burger Stand Turns One Classic Burger Into a Local Legend
If you know, you know: a perfect burger can turn an ordinary night into a Florida memory. El Cap Restaurant in St. Petersburg has been doing exactly that, flipping freshly ground patties into local legend status since before your favorite team’s last big win. You feel the vibe the second you pull up to 4th Street N,...
St. Pete to conduct study to dredge shallow canals in Riviera Bay
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The City of St. Petersburg says a stormwater study is a direct result of summer walking tours held weeks ago. Its public works department wanted to hear directly from residents about the flooding problems in their neighborhood. The city now says it will conduct a...
Visioning Begins for New 28-Acre Mixed-Use District Near St. Petersburg’s Warehouse Arts District
Planning and visioning efforts are now underway for a new 28-acre mixed-use district just west of St. Petersburg’s Warehouse Arts District, marking a significant moment for urban infill and commercial development in the region. The site, long underutilized, has entered an early phase of design exploration that could...
Shore Acres flood mitigation efforts receive $1 million
St. Petersburg has received $1 million in state funding to mitigate frequent flooding in the city’s lowest-lying neighborhood, thanks to advocacy from local lawmakers. City Council members unanimously approved a grant agreement with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) at their Dec. 11 meeting....
Rents at longtime affordable St. Pete apartment complex expected to jump in new year
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – The St. Petersburg Tenants Union calls it an increasingly rare happening in the city: apartments that rent for less than $1,000 a month. For residents of the Greenland Apartments on Seventh Avenue North, that was the reality for decades. But now, they’re bracing for rent...
Fusillo, a fast-casual scratch Italian kitchen, is coming to the EDGE District in St....
Fresh pasta and classic Italian dishes are on their way to St. Pete. Fusillo Italian Pasta announced it’s opening soon at 905 Central Ave., bringing a new fast-casual concept to the EDGE District. The Italian kitchen promises pasta dishes that are prepared as fresh as they are fast, while...
Mahaffey to welcome Gary Owen
ST. PETERSBURG — Stand-up comedian Gary Owen will perform on Friday, Dec. 26, 7 p.m., at the Duke Energy Center for the Arts — Mahaffey Theater, 400 First St. S., St. Petersburg. Tickets start at $59.80. Visit themahaffey.com. One of America’s most beloved comedians, Owen has been entertaining...
Florida’s Beloved Mexican Restaurant, Family-Owned For Generations
Hungry for a local legend that still feels like a family handshake at the door. Carmelita’s Mexican Restaurant has been feeding the Tampa Bay area for decades, with familiar flavors, warm service, and a rhythm that regulars swear by. You get the comfort of tradition with the energy of...
10 Unassuming Restaurants In Florida That Secretly Serve The Best Breakfast In The State
Looking for hidden breakfast gems in Florida that locals love?. These 10 unassuming spots offer morning meals that will make your taste buds dance with joy!. 1. Mama’s Kitchen (Tampa) You might drive right past this bright blue building if you weren’t paying attention. But that would be...
Pinellas County updates animal welfare ordinances to strengthen oversight and public safety
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — Pinellas County leaders approved several updates Tuesday to the county's code of ordinances aimed at improving animal welfare. The changes range from tighter oversight of pet sales to new guidelines for how animal nuisance complaints are handled and reported. County leaders said the updates...
