Stroke Screening Fair Is Today

Free health screenings also include blood glucose and blood pressure, body mass index (BMI) and cholesterol at the St. Anthony’s Hospital's health fair today.

Motel's Shutdown May Push Some to the Street

Tenants at the Economy Inn admit that illegal drug use and criminal activities are common at the motel. Many claim they have nowhere else to go.

5 Things to Know Today: Friday, November 4

First Friday Art Walk, Glass Pumpkins at the Art Walk, 20 Percent Chance of Rain and more in "5 Things to Know Today."

How Will Smoking Ban Be Enforced?

The smoking ban is in effect, but that doesn't mean you'll receive a citation right away.

Photo Gallery: Preview of 'The Constant Wife'

The Gulfport Community Players present "The Constant Wife" at the Catherine Hickman Theater. The play begins tonight in Gulfport. Are you going?

5 Things to Know Today: Thursday, November 3

Opening Night for 'The Constant Wife,' Print out Yard Sale Brochure, High near 78 and more.

Economy Inn Ordered to Close

The city's Nuisance Abatement Board unanimously voted to fine and close the motel, which has been the subject of more than 400 police calls this year.

Teen Council Offers Compromise to Smoking Ban

Three members of the Gulfport Teen Council proposed a compromise to the beach smoking ban Tuesday night. Some commended the teens while others picked apart what they had to say.

Smoking Ban Takes Effect on Gulfport Beach, Children's Play Areas

Snuff that butt! The Gulfport City Council passed the smoking ban, 5-0, Tuesday night. It takes effect immediately.

Suspicious Fire the Seventh This Year

A neighbor saw flames and smoke around 3 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 30. This is the seventh palm tree and brush fire reported this year. It's also the third reported fire in the same alley.

Congratulations BCHS Hall of Fame Inductees

There are now 79 members of the Boca Ciega High School Athletic Hall of Fame.

5 Things to Know Today: Wednesday, November 2

Smoking ban passes, city to hire Special Magistrate, dispatch services contract approved and more in "5 Things to Know Today."

Middle-Class Protesters Organize, Strategize

A posse of middle-class voters gathered Tuesday night in St. Petersburg to demand change, including 'quality' jobs and a greater focus on education.

Rebranding St. Pete Times Is an Opportunity, Experts Say

Local business and media experts say the name change at the St. Pete Times may have been inevitable, given the competition from digital news.

New in Town: Country Harvest Soap

From local vendor to store owner, Cindi Stevens shares how County Harvest came to be. And of course, why you should stop by and say "Hi."

St. Petersburg Times' Name Change: What Do You Think?

Starting Jan. 1, 2012, the newspaper will be known as the Tampa Bay Times. Does that change your perception of the paper?

Gulfport Police Call Log: Oct. 24 - 30

The following information is provided by the Gulfport Police Department's call log. The calls that are listed represent calls that resulted in an arrest, citation issued and/or report by an officer.

5 Things to Know Today: Tuesday, November 1

Record number of homes in citywide yard sale, Fresh Market Today and more in "5 Things to Know Today."

Photo Gallery: Pirates, Princesses and More in Kids' Costume Contest

Dozens of people of all ages celebrated All Hallow's Eve at the Gulfport Recreation Center's annual Spooktacular Halloween Bash. Were you there? Upload your photos!

'Natural Therapy Dog' Uses Intuition to Help Others

Duke started life as a puppy in need, but he has grown up to help countless others through Project PUP, a nonprofit group serving the Tampa Bay area.

Jail Bookings Report: October 24 - 30

The following people were arrested in Gulfport, from Oct. 24-30. The information is provided by Gulfport Police and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.

Car Chase Ends in Gulfport, St. Petersburg Teens Arrested

Two St. Petersburg teens were arrested on Saturday after a high-speed chase and crash that injured a female driver in Gulfport.

Bankruptcy Myths Debunked

If you are considering bankruptcy, don't make these mistakes.

Boca Ciega Girls Basketball Coach Hopes Signature Win Becomes Habit

First-year Coach Michael Hall was looking for his team to get a 'signature win.' With a victory over Bradenton Southeast, Hall hopes the corner is turned.

5 Things to Know Today: Happy Halloween

Gulfport Police need your help. It's the deadline for Patch's Little Pumpkin Costume Challenge. There's more in '5 Things to Know Today.'

Sunday Sunset: Sunlight on the Water

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.

Armed Robbery at Gulfport Kwik Stop

Gulfport Police Officers need your help tonight. They are searching for a man who robbed the Kwik Stop on Gulfport Boulevard. Officials say he is 'armed and dangerous.'

What We Learned on Patch This Week

Casey Anthony jurors names are released, petition supporters gather signatures, and a Halloween doggie costume contest lures dozens to Gulfport . . . those stories and more in this week's top stories.

Photo Gallery: Let's Go Pirates!

The Boca Ciega High School Pirates showed their school spirit at Friday's Homecoming football game.

5 Things to Know This Weekend

Haunted Houses in Gulfport, Gulfport Ghost Tour, Slight Chance of Rain and more in "5 Things to Know This Weekend."

Photo Gallery: Congratulations, Homecoming King & Queen

The Homecoming King and Queen were crowned at Boca Ciega High School's Homecoming football game Friday night.

Video: My Night with the Ghosts of John's Pass

Muhahaha . . . I packed my courage and headed out to John's Pass for a nightly Ghost Tour! Watch our video to see if any uninvited guests joined the tour.

Boca Ciega High School Homecoming Tonight

Everyone is invited to the Boca Ciega High School Grand Opening, Hall of Fame Induction and Homecoming Football Game tonight! Who's going?

Photo Gallery: Pirates Showcase Spirit at Homecoming Parade

Dozens marched through downtown Gulfport to show their Pirate spirit during Homecoming Week!

5 Things to Know Today: BCHS Grand Opening

Boca Ciega Grand Opening, Homecoming Game, 60% Chance of Rain and more in "5 Things to Know Today."

Photo Gallery: Dogs in Costumes, Oh My!

The annual Doggie Halloween Party and Costume Contest was a huge success in Gulfport.

Jail Bookings Report: October 17 - 23

The following people were arrested between October 17 and October 23. The information is provided by the Gulfport Police Department and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.

Gulfport Patch Welcomes Staffer Rachel Jolley

Rachel Jolley is a Florida native, a USF grad and knows south Pinellas County. Now she works full time as Assistant Editor for Patch.

Homecoming Not Just About Football, Brinson Says

Boca Ciega's football coach wants his players to participate in as many homecoming events as possible.

USF St. Pete Schedules Fall Open House

Located in downtown St. Petersburg, the university will host an open house Nov. 5 for the public to learn about academics, housing and financial aid.