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'It's not something new:' Cybersecurity experts in Florida stress proactive measures
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Cyberattacks are happening more often and are getting more expensive. In 2023, 343-million people became victims of some sort of cyberattack. That's according to a report from the Identity Theft Resource Center. These attacks are happening everywhere, including right here in Florida. Last month, the Florida Department...
Top 5 Weekend Events August 23-25
#1 Madeira Beach Burger Week Kicks Off August 23rd!. Madeira Beach Burger Week will have 12+ local restaurants serving up $10 burgers August 23-20, 2024! Each restaurateur and Chef will prepare their unique take on an American classic- the BURGER. In this city-wide, week-long celebration, burger lovers will have the opportunity to enjoy burger deals from participating local restaurants. By using the official Madeira Beach Burger Week Passport, burger aficionados can map out their culinary journey , explore new restaurants, challenge their taste buds, and connect and share their experiences on social with other Madeira Beach foodies, all while being entered to win awesome prizes!
Florida man who hijacked EMS vehicle, took it for a joyride before epic crash accepts plea deal
A Florida man has accepted a plea deal after his joyride in a stolen emergency vehicle was cut short when he crashed it and led police on a multi-day search. On Thursday, Gregory Brian McGall, 36, agreed to a plea deal that will keep him behind bars for 25 years.
Rays 3 Dodgers 7: Ohtani joins the 40-40 club
The good from tonight’s game: The Rays offense had a few more hits, got two nice HRs from players who are going to be a part of the near future, bullpen continued to be exciting, and they made the much, MUCH better Dodgers team sweat. The bad: they ultimately...
Florida quietly removes LGBTQ+ travel info from state website
Key West, Fort Lauderdale, Wilton Manors, and St. Petersburg have long been celebrated as premier destinations for LGBTQ+ tourists in Florida. However, in a surprising and controversial move, Florida’s tourism marketing agency has quietly removed the “LGBTQ Travel” section from its official website in recent months. The...
PSTA Engaging with the St. Pete Young Professionals
Engaging the Future: SPYP Welcomes Bob Lasher from PSTA. On August 1st, the St. Petersburg Young Professionals (SPYP) gathered for their monthly Engagement Meeting at the St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce. These meetings, held on the first Thursday of each month, provide a platform for young professionals to learn from and interact with key community leaders. This month, the spotlight was on Bob Lasher, the External Affairs Officer at Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA).
Deadline deals boost Rays’ farm system ranking
The Tampa Bay Rays have strengthened their farm system significantly after trades made leading up to the 2024 Trade Deadline, despite parting with notable MLB players like Randy Arozarena and Zach Eflin. The team now boasts the top-rated farm system in baseball, as determined by MLB Pipeline, thanks to a mix of new acquisitions and homegrown talent. While farm rankings don’t directly translate to immediate MLB success, historical data shows a correlation between strong farm systems and team performance. This year, standout prospects like Caminero and Williams show promise for future impact, alongside recent additions that deepen the overall talent pool.
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