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Hi Gulfport! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What changes did Gulfport Council approve for cameras, parks, and fire staff?
  • How will Gulfport find $85 million for stormwater fixes?
  • See how a quick-thinking boater saved a dog in Gulfport waters.

Also on today's calendar: "Welcome to Cesarville" Art Show and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: How do billboards talk? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 87 and low of 78 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Humid with a thunderstorm, temps: high: 85, low: 78.
  • Monday: Showers and t-storms possible, with a high of 87 and low of 77 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Updates From Oct. 6 Gulfport City Council Meeting (thegabber.com) — Gulfport's latest City Council meeting revisited the future of Flock license-plate cameras, which still operate under existing contracts despite a budget cut for next year. Council also officially named the former Lions Club waterfront site Tifton Landing and converted a vacant firefighter/EMT position to firefighter/paramedic, a move expected to save about $22,000 annually.
   

• Gulfport Weighs Grants, Loans for $85 Million Stormwater Need (thegabber.com) — Gulfport officials are wrestling with how to fund roughly $85 million in needed stormwater upgrades, after learning current fees would take about 170 years to cover the work. A consultant outlined grants, state loans, and possible use of Penny for Pinellas funds, but council delayed decisions on borrowing or raising rates. Residents can follow up at the Oct. 20 council meeting.
   

• Caso de asesinato sin resolver termina con varios sospechosos arrestados (wfla.com) — Among several regional video stories, one segment features a dramatic rescue of a struggling dog in Gulfport waters after a boater's own pet alerted him. Other clips cover an old homicide case finally yielding arrests, a Hillsborough school governance referendum debate, and major crashes and crime cases around Tampa Bay. Gulfport viewers may especially appreciate the local waterfront rescue story.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Trick-or-treaters, we've got you covered!
    We've gone all out with the decorations, and we're going all in with full-size treats. #TreatMap (Nextdoor Waterfront & Marina)

🗞 Nearby News

Treasure Island

  • Heavenly Donuts and Deli Launching in Treasure Island (businessdebut.com)
  • Treasure Island breaks ground on new public safety building (tampabay28.com)
  • Premium gas at $4.23 per gallon in Pinellas County in week ending Oct. 3 (pinellastimes.com)

St. Petersburg

  • Additional HUD funding coming to St. Pete residents impacted by Hurricane Milton (wfla.com)

Bradenton

  • New Luxury Fitness Center In Lakewood Ranch Costs $339 A Month (patch.com)
  • 12-Month Data Center Moratorium Approved By Manatee Commissioners (patch.com)

Ok Gulfport! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "How do billboards talk?" — Sign language (Thank you Ellen S. for sending it in!)
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