St. Pete prepares for $160 million storm recovery windfall

City Council members recently met with a team of consultants who will help ensure St. Petersburg receives $160 million in disaster recovery funding by meeting federal requirements.

The city must allocate $139 million to unmet storm recovery needs and $20.85 million to mitigation efforts. At least 70% of the funding must benefit low to moderate-income (LMI) households.

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Valspar Championship continues driving community success

Ronde Barber’s life could have gone in several directions following a legendary career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He decided to help propel a local PGA Tour tournament’s community impact.

The Pro Football Hall of Famer’s name is now synonymous with the Valspar Championship. Barber is the co-general chair of the golf tournament, which generated a nearly $74 million economic impact in 2024.

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