Yummy's Wins Readers' Choice Award

Yea for Yummy's! The Gulfport eatery, specializing in Chicago-style food, wins this week's Patch contest.

5 Things to Know Today: Citywide Yard Sale, Home Tour, Springfest

Get your address in the brochure for the Citywide Yard Sale, Annual Pink Flamingo Home Tour this weekend, Springfest is coming and more in "5 Things to Know Today."

Patch Minute: Weekend Planner

Check out our weekly "Patch Minute" for things to do!

Birthday Girl Donates to Senior Center Food Pantry

From dog food, to canned pudding and even Girl Scout cookies, 14-year-old Elizabeth Brown Worthington dropped off nearly 400 food and supplies items to the Gulfport Senior Center Food Pantry.

5 Things to Know Today: Play "An Inspector Calls" at the Hickman Theater

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New in Town: Welcome Kozy Kazual Wears

Guess what! Gulfport resident Jeff Moore is expanding his online business and opening up a casual clothing store on Beach Boulevard. Welcome Kozy Kazual Wears!

Gulfport Teen Council, Police Explorers Receive $1,000 Donation

The South 49th St. Business Association handed over $1,000 to the Gulfport Teen Council and Gulfport Police Explorers Post during Tuesday night's City Council Meeting.

5 Things to Know Today: One Man Show, Hula Dancing, Home Tour

One Man (benefit) Show, Hula Dancing Lessons, Pink Flamingo Home Tour tickets and more in "5 Things to Know Today."

Doug Hudson Receives Spirit of Gulfport Award

Mayor Mike Yakes presented Gulfport resident Doug Hudson the Spirit of Gulfport Award for his efforts in organizing several community volunteer events with the Gulfport Neighbors.

Yummy's Is On Gulfport Patch!

Welcome Yummy's to the Gulfport Patch Places! Thanks for claiming your listing today! Yummy's is nominated in this week's "Best of" contest! Vote today!

Earthfest 2012 to Take Root in Gulfport

Beginning on March 25, Earthfest will bring big, family fun to Gulfport.

Hurry! Tuesday is the Last Day for Pre-Sale Tickets to the Pink Flamingo Home Tour

Pre-sale ticket prices end today at 6 pm, so be sure to purchase them if you're in the area.

Jeff's Koi House Is on Patch!

Welcome, Jeff's Koi House, a new business in Gulfport-St. Petersburg. Check out the store's business listing on Patch.

Jeff's Koi House Opens

The retail shop offers everything from fish to pond supplies to help building a backyard koi pond.

Springfest Just Around the Corner

Gulfport will celebrate the 18th year of Springfest on March 31.

Ward 1 Candidate Question of the Week: Choose Me

Ward 1 Gulfport City Council candidates David Hastings and Dan Liedtke answer our last Gulfport Patch 'Candidate Question of the Week.'

Ward 3 Candidate Question of the Week: Choose Me

Ward 3 Gulfport City Council Candidates Jennifer Salmon and James Perry answer our last Gulfport Patch "Candidate Question of the Week."

5 Things to Know Today: Fresh Market, City Council, Volunteers Needed

Gulfport Fresh Market, Volunteers Needed, City Council Meeting and more in "5 Things to Know Today."

Victim of a Crime: You Can Still Take the Law into Your Own Hands

Even if the crime is not criminally prosecuted, you have civil remedies for most crimes.

Welcome the Latest Businesses to Join Patch!

Have you claimed your business on Gulfport Patch? Smokin J's, Tangelo's, Karen's Florist, Cemetery Connections, ZK Dezigns and more joined Patch recently.

Orphaned and Sick, Pup Gets a Second Chance

An animal lover steps forward to save a dog suffering from scabies and about to be euthanized.

Jail Bookings Report: Feb. 20 - 26

The following people were arrested in Gulfport from Feb. 20 - 26. The information is from Gulfport Police and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.

Cancer Survivor 'Overwhelmed' by Art Fundraiser

Gulfport Elementary students, teachers and other volunteers helped raise more than $3,000 during an art fundraiser at the First Friday Art Walk in Gulfport.

Sunday Sunset: Flyover at Art Walk

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.

Which Restaurant Is Best for Kids?

Parents know the places that not only welcome kids but have special menus with kid-size portions and meals to suit their tastes. Which Gulfport restaurant gets your vote? Take our poll.

5 Things to Know Today: Home Tour Tickets, One Man Show, 'Best of'

Get your Pink Flamingo Home Tour tickets, One Man Show, "Best of" and more in "5 Things to Know Today."

Books Fly Off the Shelves at Book Sale

The Circle of Friends of the Gulfport Public Library helped raise more than $800 for library programs and education.

Photo Gallery: Little League Parade Rolls Through Gulfport

The annual Gulfport Little League parade declared the official start of the season with cheers, horn honking and fire engine sirens on Saturday morning.

Special Magistrate to Begin With Few Violations

Gulfport is ready to name a Special Magistrate this month, but the city's vocal crackdown on code violations seems to have an effect on the number of cases to hear.

Video: Gulfport Celebrates Little League Opening Day

Friends, families and ball players came out on Saturday, March 3 for the annual Gulfport Little League Parade and Opening Ceremonies. Check out this video by the City of Gulfport.

What We Learned on Patch This Week

Clam Bayou Restoration Update, Candidate Forum, Art Fundraiser and more in this week's top stories.

Video: Mayor Yakes Rallies Little League Crowds

Gulfport Mayor Mike Yakes helps rally the crowds at the opening day ceremonies for Gulfport Little League on Saturday, March 3, 2012.

Photo Gallery: Ball Players Take to the Fields

Gulfport Little League kicked off with opening day ceremonies and a parade on Saturday, March 3, 2012. Check out our photo gallery from the first games!

Gulfport Little League Opening Day Parade and Ceremonies Saturday

It's that time of year! Let's "play ball!" The Gulfport Little League Opening Day Parade begins at 10 a.m. with Opening Ceremonies at 10:45 a.m.

O'Maddy's Wins Best Outdoor Lunch Spot

The indoor-outdoor restaurant-bar in Gulfport was the clear winner in Patch's 'Best of' poll.

Book Sale to Lure Bookworms This Weekend

The Circle of Friends of the Gulfport Public Library are holding their second annual Book Sale at Scout Hall on Saturday from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

5 Things to Know Today: Art, Art and More Art

First Friday Art Walk, Senior Art Exhibit, City of Imagination Art Exhibit and Art Fundraiser by Gulfport Elementary Students in "5 Things to Know Today."

Candidates Take Part in Last Forum Before Election Day

The Gulfport Democratic Club sponsored the third and final candidate forum this political season. Three of the four candidates attended and answered questions ranging from red light cameras to city improvements and more.

Patch Minute: Weekend Planner

The weekend is here! What's going on at the Beaches, Gulfport and St. Petersburg? We have a few ideas for you!

5 Things to Know Today: Candidate Forum, Claim Your Listing, Eye Presentation

Candidate Forum, Claim Your Listing, Eye Presentation and more in "5 Things to Know Today."