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Harborage Marina expansion moves forward after St. Petersburg voters approve referendum

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Improvements and expansions to the Harborage Marina in St. Petersburg are moving forward after city residents approved a referendum earlier this month. Approximately 75% of voters supported a measure extending the marina’s lease with the city to 30 years and requiring the tenant to make...

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Jackson House reportedly stabilized following partial collapse

After years of efforts to preserve and restore the Jackson House in Tampa, Carolyn Collins with the foundation said the house has been stabilized.

Tampa, FL · 19h

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Eckerd College adjusts scope after $3 million budget deficit

For the 2026-2027 academic year, Eckerd College planned a budget for 1,743 students. Only 1,700 enrolled this fall. This means that there is a deficit equivalent to the revenue from 43 students. At an average cost of $70,668 per student per year, that puts the college in a deficit that could be as high as $3 million for this academic year.

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Tampa To Glow Purple on Nov. 14 for Grandmaxing Day

Tampa will glow purple on the evening of Saturday, Nov. 14, in recognition of Grandmaxing Day, according to the City of Tampa's events calendar. The calendar lists the event as in-person, set for all day Saturday, Nov. 14. Tampa families are invited to join in and celebrate the bond between grandparents and grandchildren.

Tampa, FL · 1d

Realtor.com News & Insights

Tampa List Prices Are Falling Faster Than the National Rate

Tampa buyers found lower list prices and more price cuts than the national average, even as overall inventory stayed lean.

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Downtown concert venue Jannus Live up for sale

Jannus Landing, the downtown St. Petersburg building that includes the Jannus Live concert venue, is up for sale. The Jannus Landing Retail Building LLC has listed the two-story, 10,500 square foot structure at 200 1st Avenue N. for $11.5 million. The organization’s Registered Agent Megan Barnes is also Manager of...

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Tampa Bay Times

Rifle Paper Co. opens retail store in Tampa

Hyde Park Village is home to big retailers like Ralph Lauren, West Elm and now Rifle Paper Co. The company opened its second retail location in a new 2,700-square-foot boutique.

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BayCare celebrates new Tampa proton center

BayCare Health System leaders joined Tampa Bay Chamber staff members Tuesday to celebrate the opening of the BayCare Proton Center at the Fred J. Woods Radiation Therapy Center at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Tampa. “For me, it’s important to bring the latest technology for cancer treatment to our community,”...

Tampa, FL · 1d

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The Moon Under Water to reopen in Gulfport next week after five years away

After five years away, The Moon Under Water is reopening on Monday, November 16th, at 5 p.m., bringing its British pub fare, Indian curries, and extensive beer selection to downtown Gulfport. The restaurant, which operated for more than two decades on Beach Drive in downtown St. Petersburg, has found a...

Gulfport, FL · 1d

Bay News 9

Coast-to-coast Florida bike ride raises money for veteran wishes

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Army veteran Patrick Manning rode nearly 250 miles across Florida to raise money and awareness for the Denis V. Cooper Foundation, a nonprofit that grants wishes for veterans in Sarasota and Manatee counties. Manning’s ride began at the St. Pete Pier and ended four days...

Florida · 1d

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Big Chicken Launches Its Only Florida Location Inside Elev8 Fun Tampa on November 13

Big Chicken is opening its only brick-and-mortar location in Florida, and it’s doing it inside an adventure park. Elev8 Fun Tampa at Citrus Park Town Center will launch its new food partner with a grand opening event on Friday, November 13, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The launch...

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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...

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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.

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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...

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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...

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Creative Loafing Tampa Bay

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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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...

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Tampa middle school opens first-of-its-kind esports facility in Florida

TAMPA, Fla. — Sligh Magnet Middle School in Tampa unveiled a new esports and broadcasting arena this week that Hillsborough County Public Schools leaders say will support regular classroom instruction while introducing students to skills used in a multi-billion-dollar industry. The arena is a first-of-its-kind facility in Florida, according...

Tampa, FL · 21h

Country Herald

Florida Flood Alert: El Niño Could Raise Coastal Flood Risk

Gulf low-pressure systems can push water inland, threatening coastal homes, businesses and roadways.

Florida · 22h

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