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St. Pete voters OK longer lease terms at Port, opening door for expansion

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — St. Petersburg voters approved Charter Amendment 2 last week, allowing leases of up to 25 years at the Port of St. Petersburg, an increase from the previous 10-year limit. The measure was approved by 64 percent of voters. The port is home to a Coast...

St. Petersburg, FL · 2d
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Nokomis scrapyard faces lawsuit threat over polluted runoff

A team of environmental advocates have filed a formal intent to sue a local metal scrapyard for allegations of polluting nearby waterways if the business doesn’t address stormwater contamination at its facility. Responding to a myriad of complaints from residents over polluted discharge at All Scrap Nokomis, Suncoast Waterkeeper...

Nokomis, FL · 2d
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Ohlrich the new mayor of Sarasota, with Ahearn-Koch serving as vice mayor

Entler formally joins City Commission during Nov. 6 special meeting. Along with a new commissioner, the City of Sarasota has a new mayor and a new vice mayor, thanks to votes taken during a special meeting of the board members on Nov. 6. With Flo Entler of Arlington Park replacing...

Sarasota, FL · 23h
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SPC awarded $2.9 million AI-focused federal grant

November 12, 2026 - St. Petersburg College has been awarded a $2.9 million, five-year federal grant to "modernize its technology infrastructure and expand artificial intelligence (AI) tools designed to help students succeed in college and prepare for the workforce," according to a prepared statement. The funding will be provided through the Title III, Part A Strengthening Institutions Program, which is "a U.S. Department of Education initiative administered by the U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration." For more information, visit this link.

St. Petersburg, FL · 1d
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Sarasota Medieval Fair returns for five weekends of jousting and entertainment

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Knights, performers and artisans are gathering in Myakka City for the Sarasota Medieval Fair, an annual event that combines medieval-themed entertainment with shopping, food and games. The fair is in its 22nd year and takes place at the Woods of Mallaranny, a wooded venue at 29847...

Sarasota, FL · 1d

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Sarasota Police Department officers getting 3% raises this year, thanks to conclusion of collective bargaining

City Commission approves results of contract negotiations. With unanimous votes on Nov. 2, the Sarasota City Commission approved 3% cost-of-living increases this fiscal year for all patrol officers, sergeants, lieutenants and crime scene investigators with the Sarasota Police Department, effective as of Oct. 28. The action came in the board...

Sarasota, FL · 23h

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St. Petersburg approves zoning appeal for Fourth Street Chick-fil-A expansion

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The St. Petersburg City Council approved a zoning appeal for the Chick-fil-A on Fourth Street last Thursday, clearing one step in the restaurant’s plan to expand its parking lot and drive-thru area. The expansion is needed because the drive-thru line often backs up onto...

St. Petersburg, FL · 1d

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Ryan Krause making math understandable and enriching the Cardinal Mooney community

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Ryan Krause hopes to encourage his students at Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School to enjoy and value the principles of mathematics having been inspired by his own math teacher growing up. “I was drawn to teaching when I was in high school I had a math...

Sarasota, FL · 1d

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St. Petersburg Approves Up to $2M for Downtown Cleaning and Hospitality Services

The St. Petersburg City Council voted 7-1 on Nov. 5 to approve approximately $2 million over three years. The money will pay for daily cleaning, maintenance, and hospitality work across roughly 226 acres of downtown, St. Pete Catalyst reported. Vice Chair Richie Floyd cast the only vote against it. Under...

St. Petersburg, FL · 2d

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Ferg’s owner discusses entrepreneurship at USF forum

Ferg’s Sports Bar and Grill owner Mark Ferguson was not initially a restaurateur. Prior to opening his St. Petersburg-based establishment, Ferguson was a physical education teacher at Southside Fundamental Middle School. However, he saw an opportunity to create a space to bring sports fans together. The entrepreneur eventually acquired...

Tampa, FL · 2d

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Mayors’ Feed the Hungry hosts Thanksgiving food drive at Nathan Benderson Park

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A community-wide Thanksgiving food drive is bringing Suncoast residents together to fight hunger while honoring the legacy of a local philanthropist. The Mayors’ Feed the Hungry Program is partnering with Nathan Benderson Park to collect 109,000 pounds of food in honor of what would have been Nathan Benderson’s 109th birthday on November 20.

Sarasota County, FL · 1d

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FloridaRama Fest and Tigertail Asian Film Festival among best ‘Art Everywhere’ events happening in Pinellas November 12-18

Pinellas' Art Everywhere celebration kicks off with another week of events happening Nov. 12-18, 2026, topped by FloridaRAMA's fifth anniversary festival, the Tigertail Asian Film Festival and more. The post FloridaRama Fest and Tigertail Asian Film Festival among best ‘Art Everywhere’ events happening in Pinellas November 12-18 appeared first on Creative Loafing Tampa .

Pinellas County, FL · 1d

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West-MUTT-ster Dog Show Comes to The Bazaar November 14

Forget the fancy tricks and obedience routines. At the West-MUTT-ster Dog Show, absolutely NO talent is needed! All dogs and their humans are invited to join the fun on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 821 Apricot Ave. in Sarasota. Presented by Satchel’s Last Resort, this playful dog show gives pups a chance to strut their stuff while supporting a good cause. Registration is $10 per dog, with 100% of registration fees benefiting Satchel’s Last Resort.

Sarasota, FL · 1d

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Sara Bay Country Club names Shane Fiala, PGA, as head golf professional

Sarasota, Fla. (Nov. 12, 2026) – Sara Bay Country Club—a member-owned private golf club holding a significant place in American golf history—announces the hiring of Shane Fiala, PGA, as its Head Golf Professional. Fiala becomes the 16th golf professional in the club’s 100-year history, joining a distinguished roster that began in 1926 with the legendary Tommy Armour.

Sarasota, FL · 1d