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South St. Pete revitalization project takes shape 

Ambitious plans to revitalize an underserved corridor in South St. Petersburg’s MLK Business District are already moving forward with an expanded mission and new partners. 

Local developer John Barkett and his wife, Julie, have rebranded a community garden, secured multiple tenants and will now open a Tech & Innovation Hub sponsored by ARK Invest. They also formed a Community Focus Group of South St. Pete residents to help guide the extensive adaptive reuse project, unveiled in late August.

The Tampa Bay Times is getting a newsroom, 2026-style

The Tampa Bay Times is getting a newsroom, 2026-style

Foundation deploys $150,000 to help feed local families

Foundation deploys $150,000 to help feed local families

ARK launches Gas Plant anchored investment fund 

ARK launches Gas Plant anchored investment fund 

Sesh St. Pete out of business?

Sesh St. Pete out of business?

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St. Pete Beach approves Corey Landing development

A vacant St. Pete Beach property will finally get new life. 

An updated plan for a mixed-use development was approved by the City Commission Oct. 28. The Corey Landing project, which will have 133 condominium units, will also feature 11,000 square feet of commercial (retail and restaurant) space and a public park. 

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State delays USF president-elect’s confirmation
ESPN pregame show to broadcast from USF
Tampa insurer fined $250k for hurricane claims
University of Tampa hosts animation festival this week

Nov 05 @ 05:30 PM

Pinellas Technical College- Career Pathways Showcase

Nov 06 @ 12:00 PM

Powerstories Theatre and the Studio@620

Nov 06 @ 05:00 PM

St. Raphael Fall Festival 2025

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