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Florida is home to the fastest-cooling housing markets in the US
(NewsNation) — Florida was a red-hot destination during the pandemic, but now, the state is home to some of the fastest-cooling housing markets in the country. Western Florida cities like North Port, Tampa and Cape Coral have seen inventory surge more than 60% over the past year, and houses are taking longer to sell, according to a new Redfin analysis.
Seminole firefighter, paramedic honored by county
SEMINOLE — Council members and city staff recently celebrated a Seminole first: Seminole Fire Rescue Lt. Lindsay Rodriguez was named Pinellas County’s Firefighter of the Year, and Firefighter/Paramedic Seth Cromer was recognized as the county’s Paramedic of the Year. City Manager Ann Toney-Deal said the dual honors...
Lawsuit involving Art House condo in St. Petersburg could halt construction
The future of a 42-story condominium in downtown St. Petersburg could be in jeopardy due to a legal challenge from a neighbor who wants the developer to halt construction. An LLC tied to Tampa investment firm, Third Lake Partners, filed suit against developer Kolter Urban in Pinellas County Circuit Court on June 3. The LLC — referred to in the suit as “Priatek” — claims that construction of Kolter’s Art House condo tower has caused “substantial physical damage” to a commercial property it owns at 200 Central Ave.
Florida couple arrested after toddler dies from oxycodone overdose in their care: deputies
LARGO, Fla. (TND) — A Florida couple was arrested after a baby in their care died of a drug overdose, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office (PCSO). The incident occurred at a residence in Largo on March 9, after a 17-month-old baby was found unresponsive in her pack-and-play. The baby was pronounced dead at the scene, deputies said.
This popular Tampa restaurant is opening a second location in Hyde Park
TAMPA — Dumplings, anyone?. Fans of chef Richard Hales’ Sichuan- and Cantonese-inspired dishes will be thrilled to hear that roughly a year and a half after opening his modern Chinese restaurant in Drew Park, Hales Blackbrick will expand with a second location later this year. A new Hales...
How close is St. Petersburg to its clean energy promise? It doesn’t know.
St. Petersburg made history in 2016 when it became the first city in Florida to commit to switching to clean energy, citing the threat rising seas pose to a place surrounded by water on three sides. By 2019, it had produced a detailed plan with an ambitious goal: Homes, businesses...
Tampa Bay area finally sees rain, but flooding and flight delays follow
After dealing with several weeks of high temperatures and no rain, the Bay area is getting it all at once. BELOW: Viewer photos, rain totals from a number of locations. Heavy rain on Tuesday left some areas dealing with minor flooding and also affected air travel. As of 5 p.m.,...
St. Petersburg woman accused of leaving dog in hot car while attending community meeting
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - A 24-year-old woman was charged with animal cruelty on Monday afternoon after leaving a dog in a hot car, according to police. Melissa Major is accused of leaving a dog inside her car for about an hour and a half while she attended an Urban Forestry Council meeting at City Hall. The police department says someone saw the dog locked in the car and called for help.
Tampa weather: Heavy rain moves across Florida over next few days
TAMPA, Fla. - As widespread rain is expected to cover much of Florida over the next few days, the National Weather Service issued a Flood Watch for parts of the Bay Area on Wednesday. It comes as parts of the area saw standing water in roadways during the evening hours...
Here's where you can pick up sandbags for the upcoming rain
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Tampa Bay drought is finally almost over as the area can expect widespread rain in the coming day or two. Areas south, however, are likely to pick up more — perhaps more than a month's worth of rainfall. Downpours are expected throughout the...
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