PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — The Fusion 49 district is an area in southern Pinellas County designed to connect the cities of Gulfport and St. Petersburg.
Community leaders hope the corridor can become a destination much like the Pier or nearby beaches by bringing in new businesses and events.
This weekend, they’re hoping soul food can help do just that with a Soul Food Festival. It will feature comfort food favorites, sweet treats, live music and local vendors…