Local startup helps you ‘Squeez’ into last-minute reservations

Chris Ogboke compares his mobile app to a digitized $50 handshake at the door as it makes once-unavailable reservations accessible.

Ogboke quietly launched Tampa-based Squeez in November 2024. The local startup helps busy people secure last-minute tables or tickets to popular shows and events while maximizing revenue for participating businesses.

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State limits city’s ability to replace street art

The City of St. Petersburg lacks First Amendment free speech protections, which hinders its ability to replace recently removed street murals that promoted inclusivity.

Assistant City Attorney Brett Pettigrew said the State of Florida can also abolish St. Petersburg at any time, provided it appeases municipal creditors. His comments stemmed from a hurried city council committee discussion Thursday regarding potential alternatives for public art.

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