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Trump says he removed ‘last bandage’ from ear following assassination attempt
Former President Trump said Friday he removed “the last bandage off of my ear” in the wake of a recent assassination attempt against him in which one of his ears was injured. “As I think you can see, I’ve recovered well and, in fact, just took off the last bandage off of my ear,” Trump…
Crews rescue dog from Tampa house fire
TAMPA, Fla. — Crews rescued a dog from a house fire in Hillsborough County on Saturday afternoon. Hillsborough County Fire Rescue responded to a house fire on Fox Creek Drive in Tampa at 4:19 p.m. from a homeowner reporting smoke inside the house. They were able to get the fire under control in a half hour and no one was injured, according to a news release.
Joe DeLuca inducted into Florida Press Association Hall of Fame
Early in Joe DeLuca’s newspaper career, his father shared a piece of advice. “Do every job like it’s the last job you’ll ever have,” he said. DeLuca, president of the Tampa Bay Times, did just that. On Friday, the longtime Times executive was inducted into the Florida Press Association Hall of Fame for his service to the state’s journalism industry.
2000+ backpacks to be given away in Pinellas Park for back to school
PINELLAS PARK, Fla. — Back to school is right around the corner and The Pinellas Park Gateway Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its annual Back-to-School Backpack Drive where they are expecting to giveaway 2000+ backpacks. The organizers will fill the backpacks with essential school supplies. During this event,...
Local officers learn from mixed martial arts legend
Royce Gracie, widely considered one of the most influential figures in mixed martial arts, recently taught local law enforcement officers a confidence-building and defense-focused form of Brazilian jiu-jitsu. He and his last name are synonymous with mixed martial arts (MMA). The family has pioneered Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, a self-defense style of...
Five ways to get involved and give back in St. Pete
If you’re searching for a way to give back to your community, the Catalyst’s Impact Connector is here to help. Each week, we feature five organizations in the Tampa Bay area that need your input, whether that’s time, talent, items, funding or simply awareness. We’re certain you’ll find something here that matches your interests and will positively impact the community.
Here's where to celebrate 727 Day this weekend
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — It's time to show Pinellas pride and celebrate calling St. Pete-Clearwater home with 727 Day. Saturday, July 27, 2024, celebrates 727 Day, named after the Pinellas area code. Local shops and restaurants are offering chances to win prizes, discounted drinks and meals and fun entertainment.
Despite extreme heat, Florida does not require landlords to provide AC
ST. PETERSBURG — Passion Facey’s 8-year-old son sweats so much in his sleep that his bed is wet by morning. To stay cool, her 3-year-old has learned to shed his clothes when the family gets to their apartment. Her infant cries and cries and cries as Facey presses...
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