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Keys corals begin to pale as water temperature rises
As a long, hot summer drags on and Florida Keys water temperatures continue to rise, coral reefs are beginning to change from their bright colors to pale, a precursor to bleaching. Since July 9, water temperatures on the reefs throughout the Keys have reached the threshold for bleaching. Some off of the southern reefs in the Keys, such as Looe Key, Eastern Dry Rocks, Sombrero and the inshore patch reefs, started reaching the bleaching temperature threshold as early as July 1, NOAA’s Mission: Iconic Reefs...
Florida Housing Market Dip: Multiple Cities Experience Significant Resale Value Drop
MJP – According to a recent report from ATTOM, three out of the five urban areas that experienced the largest decreases in standard profit margins in the second quarter of 2024 are located in Florida. ATTOM recorded the most significant drop in profit margins from one year to the...
Florida homeowners challenge HOA rules amidst new laws and legal uncertainty
NOKOMIS, Fla. — Homeowners associations are everywhere in Florida, and there is no shortage of opinions about what they do and the power they wield. From limits on street or even driveway parking to restrictions on landscaping and even the color scheme of your home. For a long time, HOAs have had broad powers to enforce and even fine people for rules violations. However, a series of laws that went into effect earlier this month in Florida are now pushing back on some of these powers. They would limit which rules that HOAs can enforce and even provide more transparency to members.
Democrats want answers on how RFK Jr. will make Florida’s ballot
Democrats in Florida are demanding details about the state’s approval of a political party that intends to nominate presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to appear on ballots this fall. In June, Florida’s Division of Elections registered the Reform Party as a minor political party, giving it a path...
Rays 1B Yandy Díaz reinstated from restricted list after missing seven games for personal reasons
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays reinstated first baseman Yandy Díaz from the restricted list on Friday after the defending AL batting champion missed seven games because of personal family reasons. Díaz, who had not played since the All-Star break, was back in his customary...
Good Samaritan saves driver’s life after crash near Dick Misener Bridge
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The driver of a Tesla is recovering after he crashed into the Gulf on Wednesday. He lost control on the Dick Misener Bridge and ended up in the water. A nearby boater saw the whole thing and rushed to save the driver’s life. Eric Astemborski’s...
Family of teen lightning strike victim gives update on son
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The family of 17-year-old Miguel Smet said he was doing well physically one day after being struck by lightning in downtown St. Petersburg. They told Spectrum News he was focused on the recovery of a friend who remained hospitalized after she was also hit by the bolt.
St. Pete home deemed 'uninhabitable' after fire causes significant damage
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - A St. Petersburg home in the Coquina Key neighborhood was deemed "uninhabitable" after a fire on Friday, fire crews said. St. Pete Fire Rescue said they responded to the reported structure fire in the 4300 block of Menhaden Drive Southeast at around 5 p.m. Crews said they found heavy smoke and towering flames coming from an attached carport on the west side of the single-story home.
The Deuces Food Forest builds community in St. Pete by helping those most in need
On April 30th, 2022, the Deuces Food Forest located at 1335 22nd St S in St. Petersburg launched to combat food insecurity. Led by Ramona Brayboy and supported by the community, this initiative aims to enhance self-sufficiency and unity. The forest focuses on local food production, cleanups, and educational events, reducing grocery store reliance through sustainable agriculture.
Firefighters battle house fire off Smoketree Circle in Largo
At approximately 10:56 a.m. on Friday, July 26, 2024, Largo Fire Rescue and other neighboring agencies were dispatched to a structure fire at 8021 Smoketree Circle. Upon arrival, crews found a large single-story residence with heavy smoke and flames showing. Firefighting tactics were initiated successfully, and the situation was brought...
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