Week in Review: Boat Rescue, Bike Thefts, Empty Buildings

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Gulfport's Photo of the Week: Making Music at the Market

Oh my! We have more than 200 photos in our neighborhood photo gallery! You guys are sending in awesome one-of-a-kind photos taken right here in Gulfport!

Congratulations, CJ, Gulfport's Commenter of the Week!

We love when our readers share their opinions. Of course, we appreciate it when people agree to disagree, post important questions and share personal stories.

Buster the Lab Mix is Seeking a Home

Buster is a blend of sweet personality and a love-to-play attitude.

35 Year Tribute to Elvis Coming to Gulfport

It's hard to believe that it's been 35 years since the passing of Elvis Presley in August. If you would love to relive the Elvis experience, then you will not want to miss "ELVIS: A Concert Experience."

5 Things to Know This Weekend: Glass Blowing, Peaceful Protest, Health Fair

Looking for things to do this weekend in Gulfport? We have some suggestions for you!

Your Primary Ballot Is in the Mail – if Requests Are Made by Aug. 8

Primary Day is Aug. 14. Here's a way to avoid the lines and hassle.

Attention Shoppers: Florida Sales Tax Holiday Starts!

The Florida 2012 Sales Tax Holiday runs Friday-Sunday. Here is key info for back-to-school shoppers looking for savings.

Gulfport Municipal Marina: Time to Grow!

The Gulfport Marina has been a regular source of cash for the city, and many officials would like to see the marina expand, to compete for more boaters and their revenue.

Patch Minute: Hands Across the Sand, Skim-boarding and Chris Tucker

What are you doing this weekend? We have a comedy show, art walk, skim-boarding competition and more.

Join Hands Across the Sand Saturday

The beach protest against offshore oil drilling returns Aug. 4 to Indian Rocks Beach.

Photo Gallery: Boat Freed from Gulfport Beach

Check out our photos from the volunteer event on Gulfport Beach and upload your own to this photo gallery.

Video: Volunteers Save Capt. Jay's Boat

It took more than six hours, but they did it. A group of 50 volunteers freed Captain Jay's sailboat off Gulfport Beach. Watch our video to see how people pushed, pulled and lifted the boat off the ground.

Obama Pulls to 6-Point Florida Lead, Poll Shows

The poll shows the president leading in Florida and two other swing states.

Prominent Properties in Gulfport Still Vacant

Two year-old vacancies continue to remind business owners the economy is still struggling, the old Dive Bar on Beach Boulevard, and the former Bank of America on 58th Street South.

Anchors Away! Boat Rescue Under Way

At high noon, volunteers waded into Boca Ciega Bay to haul Capt. Jay's live-in sailboat to shore.

How to Protect Your Business Secrets and Integrity When Hiring An Employee

Find out why you should consider non-compete and non-disclosure agreements for important positions at your business.

Henna Comes Naturally for Victoria Wenners

Wenners is an expert when it comes to henna art and considers herself a professional.

Man Punched 'Captain Jay,' Witnesses Say

An intoxicated man bragging that he was a boxer punched a 66-year-old Gulfport resident affectionately known as Captain Jay.

Bike Thefts Spike This Summer

Philip Penrose had his Trek bike stolen from a carport in Town Shores. A spike in bike thefts is expected during the summer months, according to police, but there are ways to keep your bike secure.

One-Day-a-Week Watering Restrictions Lifted

Pinellas County residents may now water their lawns twice a week.

Florida in Top 10 for Costliest Car Insurance

The Sunshine State squeaked in at No. 10 as one of the most expensive states to buy car insurance. Can you guess the other high-ticket states?

SOS! Capt. Jay's Beached Boat Needs Volunteers

Volunteers are asked to show up on Wednesday, at 8 a.m., to help pull Captain Jay's boat off of Gulfport Beach. It was washed ashore during Tropical Storm Debby a month ago.

Gulfport Police to Assist at RNC

Several Gulfport Police Officers will provide security services during the 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa.

Donate Blood at the Gulfport Fresh Market

Stop by the Gulfport Fresh Market today and donate blood between 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. in downtown Gulfport.

Scuba Cat Charters is the New Cat in Town

Swim through an 80-foot long tugboat with Goliath grouper, friendly nurse sharks and barracuda on one of your diving trips with the newest business in Gulfport; Scuba Cat Charters.

Jail Bookings Report: July 24 - July 30

The following people were arrested in Gulfport between July 24 and July 30. The information is from Gulfport Police and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.

Mitt Romney-Pam Bondi Ticket?

There's discussion about whether Florida's Attorney General is on the short list of vice president candidates for GOP hopeful Mitt Romney.

Olympics: TV Schedule for Monday

Here's NBC's Olympic lineup for viewers of News Channel 8 in South Pinellas County.

How to Introduce Your Dog to Your Baby

Animals are so sensitive to their owners, that they're likely already aware something is going on with Mom when she's pregnant. However, it's your job to make sure they know how to behave when baby comes.

Scalloping with the Worthington's

I put my snorkeling skills to the test with a day of scalloping with Gulfport's fishing experts, Bob and Lou Worthington!

Lanes Closed, USA Ballroom Dance, City Newsletter

Here's "5 Things to Know Today," Monday, July 30!

Death Sentence for Gulfport Double Murder

Patrick Evans was sentenced to death by lethal injection for the murder of his estranged wife, Elizabeth, and her companion at a Gulfport condominium.

Health Rebate Checks Are in the Mail – Really

One immediate result of the new health care reform is a reimbursement to consumers who were found to be paying too much for their plans.

Gulfport Crime Map, July 2012

Here is information on crime reports through July 25, filed by Gulfport Police to Pinellas County.

'Spring Breakers' to Premiere at Venice Film Fest

The Selena Gomez movie, filmed on St. Pete Beach, included a Gulfport scene as well.

Largo Charter School Source of TB Case

A Mavericks High Charter School employee may have exposed 100 people, who are being notified for testing.

What's Gulfport Saying About Romney's Tax Returns?

Should Mitt Romney have to release more financial records?

100 Need TB Tests After Exposure by School Worker

Health officials are sending letters to people who had contact with a Pinellas County school worker with an active case of TB.

Code Violations Drive Business Away

At the first day of Gulfport's Special Magistrate for code violations, a business owner is cited for not keeping his trucks behind a fence. As a result, he is moving his tree removal service outside of the city.