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While a proposed ordinance regarding land development regulations and notice requirements features six procedural amendments, a recent discussion focused on an unincluded aspect – informing nearby...
After spending 12 years in the State Legislature as a moderate Republican unafraid to work across the aisle and call out leadership, Jeff Brandes believes there...
Elihu Brayboy decided to make good on a promise made to himself and, with little fanfare, closed Chief’s Creole Café. Brayboy recently celebrated his 74th birthday,...
A flurry of new legislation percolating out of Tallahassee could undue months, if not years, of local work to increase support for St. Petersburg’s renters. Council...
While a proposed general fund allocation to help St. Petersburg residents pay for abortion-related travel expenses and services was only $50,000, its potential city impacts were...
While finding available parking in St. Petersburg is increasingly challenging as the city experiences exponential growth, an agreement with the Tampa Bay Rays will provide nearly...
Following years of lawsuits, funding losses and mass resignations, new leadership at Hope Villages of America (HVA) remains committed to providing food and affordable housing while...
High school students from Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties highlighted their ambitious business ideas to local educational and corporate leaders Wednesday at the inaugural Innovators Showcase. Junior...
Hundreds of residents representing all faiths came together Tuesday to “embrace their fellow human beings.” The Tampa Bay Area Muslim Association held its 5th annual Iftar...
Several prominent local leaders began their work week by coming together and discussing area challenges and opportunities at a Monday morning “Power Breakfast.” The Suncoast Tiger...
