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Things to do around Pinellas: Aug. 29-Sept. 4
10 a.m-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 31. Along Beach Boulevard, Gulfport. The Gulfport Merchants Chamber presents the 23rd annual event. This year’s theme is "Live From Gulfport, It's Gecko Night!" Plans include a costume parade, live music, street performers, and a variety of food and craft vendors. Admission and parking are free. GeckoFest is known for its lively mix of artistic energy and community spirit. For more information, visit visitgulfportflorida.com/gecko-fest.
Pinellas Park officials break ground on massive 40-Acre Sprowls Horizon Sports Park
Excitement is building in Pinellas Park as officials just broke ground on the highly anticipated 40-acre sports facility along 66th Avenue North: Sprowls Horizon Sports Park (officially located at 4100 N 66th Avenue). The new complex, named in honor of Florida’s former Speaker of the House Chris Sprowls, will feature...
Jehovah's Witnesses convention creates economic impact on Tampa Bay area
TAMPA, Fla. — For the first time since 2017, one of Tampa Bay’s largest conventions is back. The Jehovah’s Witnesses convention kicked off Saturday, and it is providing a big economic impact for the area. The convention was canceled in 2020 because of the pandemic. But this...
Florida family blames loophole in National Flood Insurance policy for coverage denial
A Pinellas County family thought they were protected with a $8,600 flood policy through the program, which is administered through FEMA, but after their home was flooded by Tropical Storm Debby, their claim was denied.
A WWII-era message in a bottle washed ashore in Florida — and we found out where it came from
SAFETY HARBOR, Fla. — While cleaning up debris left by Hurricane Debby in Safety Harbor, an Odessa woman uncovered a WWII-era message in a bottle, sparking national interest into its authenticity and how it got there. Now weeks later, 10 Tampa Bay has uncovered the keys to unlock the...
Gulfport GECKOFEST offers food, entertainment and ... high fives
GULFPORT, Fla. — The City of Gulfport will celebrate its 23rd annual GECKOFEST on Saturday. There will be a full day of family friendly fun including two stages of entertainment, lots of food choices and street entertainers. What You Need To Know. GECKOFEST will be held Saturday in Gulfport.
Around Town: Seminole news briefs
SEMINOLE – The Seminole Junior Woman’s Club is seeking new club members, women 18 or older from Seminole and surrounding areas. The club meets at 6.30 p.m. every fourth Thursday of the month at Lake Seminole Square, 8333 Seminole Blvd. The group is dedicated to serving the community,...
Street flooding plaguing residents in St. Petersburg neighborhood
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — It’s been a soggy summer for the Bay area. According to Spectrum Bay News 9 meteorologists, the area is just about an inch of rain away from this being the wettest August on record. What You Need To Know. St. Petersburg woman says her...
Florida: Trulieve to Open Medical Cannabis Dispensaries in Cocoa, Miramar Beach, Niceville, and Tampa Next Week
The Marijuana Herald - Marijuana news and information Today, Trulieve Cannabis Corp. announced the opening of new medical cannabis dispensaries in Miramar Beach, Niceville, and Tampa today and Cocoa on Saturday. Grand opening celebrations will be held at all four locations Friday, September 6, beginning at 9 a.m., featuring music, specials, discounts, and opportunities to register for upcoming patient education sessions as well as learn … Continue reading The post Florida: Trulieve to Open Medical Cannabis Dispensaries in Cocoa, Miramar Beach, Niceville, and Tampa Next Week appeared first on The Marijuana Herald.
Top 10 Florida cities to retire on $3,000 a month
TAMPA, Fla. — Florida is full of sunny, warm places to retire, however they can definitely come at a high cost. But don't worry, there are still lots of cities across the state that are both beautiful and budget-friendly. GOBankingRates compiled a list of the top 10 best Florida...
Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center Hosts Labor Of Love Adoption Event With Free Adoptions
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – This Labor Day weekend, give a loving home to a furry friend in need at the Labor of Love adoption event hosted by the Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center. On Saturday, Aug. 31, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., adoption fees will be waived for all cats and dogs at the Pet Resource Center, located at 440 N. Falkenburg Rd., Tampa, FL 33619.
Future of destroyed Zion Cemetery uncertain after records show key stakeholders resigned from board working to restore site
TAMPA, Fla. — Five years after archaeologists found nearly 300 graves from the destroyed Zion Cemetery under apartments and two local businesses, restoration plans for the site remain uncertain after records show two Tampa businessmen who own land top the site along N. Florida Avenue have resigned from the board working to restore the desecrated site.
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