Best Shopping Center: Nominate Your Favorite!

We're accepting nominations for Readers' Choice 2012 until July 8. Which local shopping center or mall do you think is the best?

Best Veterinarian: Nominate Your Favorite!

We're accepting nominations for Readers' Choice 2012 until July 8. Which local or area veterinarian do you think is the best?

5 Things to Know in Gulfport: Aquamania, Chief's Blog, Domestic Partnership Registry

Aquamania is this Saturday, Chief Vincent Thanks Businesses in his latest Blog and the Domestic Partnership Registry will be available on June 25. That and more in "5 Things to Know Today."

Best Golf Course: Nominate Your Favorite!

We're accepting nominations for Readers' Choice 2012 until July 8. Which local golf course do you think is the best?

Best Mini Golf: Nominate Your Favorite!

We're accepting nominations for Readers' Choice 2012 until July 8. Who do you think has the best miniature golf?

Best Happy Hour: Nominate Your Favorite!

We're accepting nominations for Readers' Choice 2012 until July 8. Who do you think has the best happy hour in town?

Best Movie Theater: Nominate Your Favorite!

We're accepting nominations for Readers' Choice 2012 until July 8. Which area movie theater do you think is the best?

Best Haircut: Nominate Your Favorite!

We're accepting nominations for Readers' Choice 2012 until July 8. Who do you think gives the best haircut in town?

Best Theme Park: Nominate Your Favorite!

We're accepting nominations for Readers' Choice 2012 until July 8. Which local theme park do you think is the best?

Best Place to Walk: Nominate Your Favorite!

We're accepting nominations for Readers' Choice 2012 until July 8. Where is your favorite place to take a walk?

Best Gym: Nominate Your Favorite!

We're accepting nominations for Readers' Choice 2012 until July 8. Which local gym do you think is the best?

Best Mexican Food: Nominate Your Favorite!

We're accepting nominations for Readers' Choice 2012 until July 8. Who do you think has the best Mexican food in town?

Best Auto Repair Shop: Nominate Your Favorite!

We're accepting nominations for Readers' Choice 2012 until July 8. Which local auto repair shop do you think is the best?

Kennel Cough Is in Season, and it Spreads Quickly

At least seven dogs I know have contracted kennel cough in the last month and a half. Here's what to watch for, and how to respond if your dog has symptoms.

Car Burglaries Lead to Arrests

A surveillance operation led to the arrest of three suspects in connection with at least a half-dozen break-ins of vehicles.

What’s Gulfport Saying About Obama?

Find out what Gulfport Patch readers had to say about the president's connection to the people.

Week in Review: Plane Crash, Local Winery, 'Bed Tax' Revenues

This week's top stories include a plane crash, water rescue, weekly jail bookings report, crime map and more. Check out our "Week in Review" to catch up on our top stories.

Congratulations, Lynda, 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.

Gulfport's Photo of the Week: Loaner Bikes

We asked and you guys responded! Yes, you're sending in awesome one-of-a-kind photos taken right here in Gulfport!

5 Things to Know in Gulfport: Little League Fun Day, Closing Ceremonies, Art Walk

Gulfport Little League Closing Ceremonies are at 10 a.m. with a Family Fun Day from 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Stop by the Gulfport Little League Field today. That and much more in "5 Things to Know Today."

Travel Vaccines: Don't Leave the Country Just Yet

If summer vacation will bring travel to exotic lands, make sure your travel vaccines are up-to-date before you start packing your bags.

Dementia's Toll on Caregivers

Being a caregiver for a loved one with dementia can be draining both emotionally and physically. But there is professional help.

Father's Day: Fun Facts

Happy Father's Day to all of our dads out there! Here are some fun Father's Day facts from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Sunday Sunset: Panoramic View

We want to see your photos! We know we live in paradise and part of that is enjoying a beautiful sunset everyday. We want you to send in your sunset photos from around the area and every Sunday, we'll share it on Gulfport Patch.

Video: Behind the Scenes at the Industrial Arts Center

Congratulations to the IAC! Readers selected the Industrial Arts Center for our first "Best Customer Service" online tourney.

Gulfport Boomerangs: Softball Players Forever Young on the Field

The well-known senior softball team has been a hometown team for about 40 years. Watch our video to find the secret behind the team's success.

5 Things to Know in Gulfport: Father's Day Concert, Bookclub, Family Fun Day

Celebrate Father's Day a little early with a benefit concert at the Catherine Hickman Theater today at 1 p.m. That and much more in "5 Things to Know Today."

Unsung Hero Rescues Three People in Two Days

"He didn't want any thanks," Lt. Joel Granata said to describe Gus Hertz' second water rescue.

Dive-In Movies, Fishing Tourney, Family Fun Day

Check out this week's "Patch Minute" for ideas on how to spend your weekend! Stop by a Family Fun Day, "Dive-In" Movie or Cats n' Brats Fishing Tournament.

Gulfport Election Guide

As we look ahead to the November elections, Gulfport Patch is devoted to bringing you the information you need. Here's our start on the candidates and campaigns. Bookmark this page for updates.

74-Year-Old Pilot OK After Plane Crashes Near Skyway Bridge

The elderly pilot and his female passenger were pulled from the water by a boater. The passenger was hospitalized in stable condition.

PSTA Continues to Set Ridership Records

“Not only is this the highest ridership ever for the month of May, but it’s also the second highest monthly total ever for PSTA – second only to March 2012,” says PSTA Spokesperson Bob Lasher in a news release.

Gulfport Crime Map

Here is information on crime reports from June 1-June 13 filed by Gulfport Police to Pinellas County.

'Bed Tax' Revenues Climb in Pinellas County

Another record-breaking month of "bed tax" collections in Pinellas County prove tourism is heating up. The county collected more than $3 million dollars in April and more than $4 million in March.

5 Things to Know in Gulfport: Celebrate Flag Day at Veterans Park

Everyone is invited to a Flag Day Celebration at Veterans Park today at 10 a.m. That and much more in "5 Things to Know Today."

Video: K9 Cosmo Nabs 'Bad Guy'

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office K9 Unit showed us first-hand how 7-year-old Cosmo finds "bombs" and catches "suspects" running from police. Check out this week's video which includes a couple demonstrations!

BMW Plunges Into Boca Ciega Bay

Two witnesses saved the driver's life, after his car veered off the road and over a sea wall near Isla Key Bridge, on 54th Ave S.

5 Things to Know in Gulfport: Gulfport Museum, Flag Day, Father's Day Concert

Mark your calendars for these upcoming events: Flag Day, Father's Day Concert and more.

Tangelo's Veggie Burger Salad is as Good as it is Green

This week's Local Flavor feature comes fresh off of Beach Blvd. in downtown Gulfport. Tangelo's Grille is known for its Caribbean dishes and colorful atmosphere.

Florida Winery is a Family Affair

The Florida Orange Groves Winery, located on South Pasadena, is family owned and operated. It is the “original tropical fruit” winery in Florida.