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National Hurricane Center tracking new disturbance in Atlantic. Is quiet period over?
The National Hurricane Center is tracking a new disturbance in the central Atlantic, according to the latest advisory. The Pacific continues to be busy — with the National Hurricane Center currently tracking two tropical storms and one hurricane. ...
New proposal aims to clear up confusion on felons voting in Florida
The Florida Division of Elections has proposed updating rules to include a form for felons to fill out, requesting an advisory opinion on whether or not they are eligible to vote. The agency released an advisory opinion on the proposal last week.
NCH may become out of network without a new agreement with Florida Blue
Florida Blue has alerted patients in second region of the state about the potential of them losing coverage Oct. 1 due to an impasse with a major health system. Florida Blue is telling patients the Naples-based NCH be out of network if a new insurer-hospital agreement can’t be reached. This would include hospitals, physician groups and other specialty care services.
Rays 1, Mariners 5. Rakes all day, night, year
It doesn’t matter what ballpark or time zone Randy Arozarena is in. He simply has a flair for the dramatic. In his first game against his former mates, Arozarena would hit an opposite field go-ahead three-run rope in the bottom of the third inning off of Ryan Pepiot. The...
Valuations highlight Municipal Services Center conundrum
A recent appraisal found that St. Petersburg’s Municipal Services Center is worth $19 million; officials must spend over $13 million on immediate repairs. In addition, selling the property would require the city to lease the building back from the buyer while a new Municipal Services Center (MSC) is under construction. That would cost between $18 million and $33.75 million in rent over five years.
McKesson to buy controlling stake in Florida Cancer Specialists' unit for about $2.5 billion
(Reuters) -Drug distributor McKesson said on Monday it would buy a controlling stake in community cancer center Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute's (FCS) business and administrative services unit for $2.49 billion in cash.
Times Publishing names new president as DeLuca retires
The Times Publishing Co., which includes the Tampa Bay Times and Tampa Bay Newspapers, will get a new president and chief operating officer this fall. Bala Sundaramoorthy, a former executive with Cox Enterprises who most recently served as general manager of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, will take on the dual role at the Times on Oct. 1 when longtime executive Joe DeLuca retires as president.
James Museum exhibit spotlights migrants at the border
ST. PETERSBURG — In a corner of the Chihuahua desert, where the arid landscape meets the U.S.-Mexico border, a complex narrative emerges. Diana Molina, a Texan who identifies as Chicana at heart, has dedicated her career to capturing such cultural intersections. And her exhibition, “Icons & Symbols of the Borderland: Art from the U.S.-Mexico Crossroads,” brings together 27 artists who share a deep connection to the border.
Florida Man Died Minutes After Refusing To Spit In Front Of The Cops
According to reports, A Florida man died minutes after refusing to spit in front of the cops. This incident happened In Deland which is about 2 hours from where I live in St. Petersburg. On August 21st, Cornell McKinney and others were being detained in what cops thought was a drug house. While McKinney was being questioned, he was very unresponsive. So, what was he hiding in his mouth, and why did he refuse to spit? Im pretty sure you can guess what it was. Unfortunately his actions led to his demise.
Civil discourse takes center stage at Tiger Bay event
The Suncoast Tiger Bay Club picked an opportune time to host a discussion on “Getting Along: Politics, Religion and Race.”. The national political divide continues creeping into local nonpartisan elections. A firestorm of often vitriolic public opinion recently erupted when St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch offered $250,000 in now-rescinded bonuses to high-ranking officials who helped bring the Historic Gas Plant redevelopment deal to fruition.
442 cases of dengue fever reported in Florida 2024. What are the symptoms?
Two more cases of locally acquired dengue were reported in Florida in the week of Aug. 18-24. That makes 25 cases in six counties in 2024, according to the latest data from the Florida Department of Health. Health advisories and alerts have been issued for the affected counties. But the number of travel-related cases...
Top events this week: Gulfport Gecko Fest, Snorkeling and Florida’s Largest Home Show
Gulfport Gecko Fest: It’s time for the 24th annual “Live from Gulfport, It’s Gecko Night”-themed street festival. The event is pet-friendly, and costumes are encouraged. No cover. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday (Aug. 31). Gulfport Casino, 5500 Shore Blvd. S., Gulfport. 727-893-1070. Florida’s Largest Home Show: The...
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