FOOD & DRINK

I recently did some walking in the 15,000-acre Santee National Wildlife Refuge off I-95 in South Carolina, which is home to more than 500 species of wildlife, and I didn't see one squirrel. And yet, whenever I walk in the small park by a recreation complex in Largo, squirrels often...

Creative Pinellas, a Pinellas County, Florida arts organization, is honoring the life and work of Lea Umberger. Umberger, a former Arts Project Manager for the organization and a talented artist, passed away earlier this year from cancer. She was recognized for her dedication to the arts, organizing murals throughout the county and initiating the signal box wrap project.

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the closed doors of the Seminole High School’s Weightroom? For Seminole High School’s Girls Weightlifting team this is where the behind the scenes happens on practice days. But it is time to release their skills! On December 6th, the ladies will face one of their many competition matches this year to acquire their rankings, and to test their weight lifting skills!

DUNEDIN, Fla. — A wayward alligator is now back in a safe environment after a concerned Dunedin resident called the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office for help Thursday. "Yesterday, right as the first night of Hanukkah was beginning, this scaly friend was found on the sidewalk in a Dunedin neighborhood," a Facebook post from the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office reads.

In this article, we explore three exceptional Juice Bars & Smoothies spots in Largo. Have you had the chance to visit any of these yet? If yes, we'd love to hear your experiences in the comments section below!

LEESBURG, Fla. — Aaron Yavorsky only needs one more day of solid fishing to write his name in the B.A.S.S. record books. Yavorksy, a 17-year-old high school senior from Palm Harbor, Fla, caught five bass weighing a whopping 30 pounds, 7 ounces Friday on Day 1 of the 2023 Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Team Championship Classic Fish-Off. It was a phenomenal haul that gave him nearly a 16-pound lead on the closest of the five other anglers in the field.

SAFETY HARBOR, Fla. — A pair of young owls have moved into Philippe Park near Safety Harbor after secondary rat poisoning killed a family of owls last year that had famously lived in the park for nearly a decade, according to Birds in Helping Hands. “I was afraid it...

Get ready to add a dash of sass to your holiday season at the upcoming "Sassy Saturdays: Holiday Party". This isn't your regular holiday gathering; it promises to be a night filled with festive fun, sparkle, and plenty of dancing.

Get a $10 gift card for only $5 while supplies last. Enjoy the Grand Strand's best Oysters with a stunning view of the Waterway at Clearwater Oyster Bar. Use this link to purchase. Your card will be mailed to you within 24 hours.

Inflation continues to affect consumers and spending habits as we reach the peak holiday shopping time period.

🔔 Attention wellness enthusiasts! Gear up for the Grand Re-Opening at Love Your Body! This event is slated to be a celebration of health, wellness, and community. Mark your calendars for Fri, Dec 08 from 5pm - 7pm . The location is 13555 Automobile Boulevard, Clearwater, FL, USA 33762 . 📍

CLEARWATER —Kate Samy, formerly director of advancement at the Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg, has been appointed vice president and chief development officer of Ruth Eckerd Hall Inc., effective Nov. 13.

🎄💫 Brace yourself for a festive day filled with magic, merriment, and market finds at The Market Marie: Christmas @ Coachman Park on Sat, Dec 09, from 10am - 3pm! Located at the scenic 300 Cleveland Street, Clearwater, FL, USA, this event is set to bring the Christmas spirit to life!

🎄🎉 Get ready to jingle and mingle at the Saltwater Collection Christmas Social! This festive gathering is set to take place on Sat, Dec 09 from 1pm to 4pm at the Berkshire Hathaway Island Way office, located at 136 Island Way, Clearwater, FL 33767.

Get ready for a night of thrill and excitement at the Winter Wonderland Casino Night. The event is scheduled to take place on Fri, Dec 08 · 7pm - 10pm at the vibrant Studio 131, located at 11803 104th St., Largo, FL 33773.

TARPON SPRINGS — Singer-songwriter Chris Knight will perform Saturday, Dec. 16, 6 p.m., at the St. Nicholas Community Center & Concert Hall, 348 N Pinellas Ave., Tarpon Springs. The performance is part of the Joe Pappas Memorial Music Festival, an annual charity concert. Tickets are $50. Proceeds from the...

SAFETY HARBOR — John Paul White will perform Friday, Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m., at the Safety Harbor Art & Music Center, 706 Second St. N., Safety Harbor.

This article presents a delightful tour of three Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt spots in Pinellas Park. Have you had the pleasure of indulging in any of these yet? We would love to hear your thoughts and experiences in the comments section below.