Voters Choose Sam Henderson for Gulfport Mayor

Sam Henderson captured 64 percent of the vote, according to unofficial results from the Pinellas County Supervisor of Elections Office.

Daylight Saving Time: Should Florida Make it Year-Round?

A state senator thinks Florida should stay on the same schedule 12 months a year. What do you think, Gulfport?

$26,000 in Campaign Contributions for Henderson, Worthington

Gulfport residents, business owners and politicians donate more than $26,000 to Sam Henderson and Bob Worthington's campaigns.

Candidate Question of the Week Recap

Gulfport Patch asked Gulfport Mayoral Candidates Bob Worthington and Sam Henderson about several topics, including luring businesses, permitting costs, financial incentives and more in our weekly series "Candidate Question of the Week."

What You Need to Know Before Heading to the Polls

Here is your Gulfport Municipal Election checklist before heading out to vote. Polls open Tuesday, March 12 at 7 a.m.

Gulfport Mayoral Candidate Asks For Your Vote

As part of our coverage of the Gulfport City Elections this March, we are asking both Gulfport Mayor Candidates a "Question of the Week." Below is the last question of the week.

New App Lets You Keep up With Your Reps. in Tallahassee

The app, which is now available to download from iTunes, allows you to watch live meetings and see what your local representatives are voting on.

'City Divided' by HRO Ordinance, Boy Scouts Lease, Banno Says

Outgoing Council Member Barbara Banno is disappointed in the lack of a vote on the lease agreement for usage of Scout Hall for local Cub Scout groups.

Does Your Insurance Cover Sinkholes?

Should you be worried if your property is protected from an unexpected sinkhole?

Video: Protestors Call for Voting Reform

Dozens of concerned voters are calling on lawmakers to make it easier for Floridians to vote.

Letter to the Editor: Red Light Cameras Cause 'Economic Harm' in Gulfport

"Better traffic light engineering produces greater safety than using red light cameras," the Executive Director of the National Motorists Association Foundation wrote in a letter to Gulfport City Councilors and Gulfport Patch Friday.

Gulfport Claims $3.6 Million in BP Oil Spill Losses

The City of Gulfport claims a decline in tourists and visitors resulted in more than $3.6 million dollars in lost revenues following the Deep Horizon Oil Spill in 2010.

Coast Guard Open House Saturday

Everyone is invited to tour the Coast Guard Sector of St. Petersburg on Saturday.

Red Light Camera Company Fights Back Against Florida Critics

American Traffic Solutions, which provides red light traffic cameras for Gulfport and 70 other Florida municipalities, says court rulings are on their side.

Gulfport Mayoral Candidates Weigh in on Luring Businesses to Town

As part of our coverage of the Gulfport City Elections this March, we are asking both Gulfport Mayor Candidates a "Question of the Week." Below is each candidate's answer to our sixth question.

Video: 'We Did It,' Mayor Mike Yakes Says

Gulfport Mayor Mike Yakes says the city and it's residents gave him the opportunity to serve for 27 years.

Gulfport Mayor Honored For Service

Hundreds gathered on Saturday to celebrate and honor Mayor Mike Yakes for 27 years of public service.

Marina Should Expand Ship Store, Restrooms, Boaters Say

Gulfport residents want to see more restrooms, a larger ship store and plans for a multi-use building at the Gulfport Municipal Marina.

Henderson Distancing Worthington in Campaign Contributions

Vice Mayor Sam Henderson appears to have more financial backing for his campaign than opponent and former councilor Bob Worthington.

Domestic Partnership Bill On Hold; Equality Florida Reacts

The bill's sponsor put the statewide domestic partnership registry plan on hold after lawmakers expressed concerns about its constitutionality. Gulfport approved its own registry last May.

Gulfport Mayoral Candidates Weigh in on Multi-Cultural Programs

As part of our coverage of the Gulfport City Elections this March, we are asking both Gulfport Mayor Candidates a "Question of the Week." Below is each candidate's answer to our fifth question.

County Commission to Vote on Transit Tax

At its Feb. 26 meeting, Pinellas County Commissioners will vote on whether or not to place a sales tax for transit improvement on the November 2014 ballot.

What Do You Think About the City's Website?

Would you like to see more photos on the city's website? What do you think about the calendar, drop down menus, layout and design? The city wants to hear from you in a new survey.

What's Open, Closed in Gulfport on Presidents Day?

Here is a look at some of the holiday closings in Gulfport and around Pinellas County for Presidents Day.

County Wants Closer Look at Gun Background Checks

Pinellas County Commissioners added a discussion about gun background checks to their legislative agenda.

A Statewide Domestic Partnership Registry in Florida?

County commissioner Norm Roche said it would be easier to advocate for a statewide domestic partnership registry than have varying registries at the local level.

Mayoral Candidates Talk Human Rights Ordinance, Abandoned Homes, Mooring Field

Mayoral Candidates Bob Worthington and Sam Henderson answered questions concerning the Human Rights Ordinance, abandoned homes in Gulfport and plans for a mooring field in the bay at the city-sponsored forum.

County Gets Look into Future of Tampa International

Future improvements include adding trains, moving the rental car facility and expanding terminals.

Rep. Young Asked to Support Obama's Gun Policies

Local city and community leaders from across Florida asked their local legislative officials Monday to stand up and support President Obama's gun violence prevention policies.

Local Lawmakers Want Veterans to Get In-State Tuition

Florida Sen. Jack Latvala of Clearwater and Rep. Kathleen Peters of St. Petersburg want all military veterans to receive in-state tuition in Florida.

Stalemate Continues Between St. Pete, Rays

A vote to further explore the possibility of allowing the Tampa Bay Rays to look for a stadium outside St. Petersburg failed Thursday.

Beach Repairs, Synthetic Drugs Part of Pinellas Legislative Agenda

On Tuesday, Feb. 12, the Pinellas County Commission will vote on its 2013 legislative priorities.

Gulfport Mayoral Candidates Discuss Permitting Costs

As part of our coverage of the Gulfport City Elections this March, we are asking both Gulfport Mayor Candidates a "Question of the Week." Below is each candidate's answer to our fourth question.

Property Tax Exemption Deadline Nears

Pinellas County Property Appraiser Pam Dubov said filing for the property tax exemption ends March 1.

Will Climate Change Affect County Budget?

Pinellas County officials said they might have to start thinking about the long-term budget impacts of climate change.

Postal Service to End Saturday Mail

The U.S. Postal Service announced it will end Saturday mail delivery by Aug. 1. Speak out, Gulfport: How will this affect you?

Beach Smoking Ban Lifted

Gulfport City Council members unanimously voted to remove the smoking ban on the beach to end a lawsuit that claimed the ban was unconstitutional.

As Rays Explore Stadium Options, Councilors Seek Compromise

St. Pete council members hope to get the ball rolling on the Tampa Bay Rays' stadium search by proposing that the team pay an annual "exploration" fee in exchange for looking at potential sites in Pinellas and Hillsborough.

County Facing $12.1 Million Budget Shortfall in FY14

Pinellas County Commissioners will start forming the FY2014 budget Tuesday at a budget work session.

Town Shores Candidate Forum Tuesday

Town Shores residents are invited to hear from Gulfport Mayor Candidates Sam Henderson and Bob Worthington on Tuesday, Feb. 5.