Chika Likes to Juggle

Check out Chika and friends at Pinellas County Animal Services.

FCAT's Lower Scores: Five Things on the Beach

With lowered passing scores, the failure rate remains the same as last year.

Romney in St. Pete Wednesday

Mitt Romney is scheduled to be in St. Petersburg for an event at the Mirror Lake Lyceum at 8 a.m.

Eckerd College Student Busted In Online Child Sex Sting

The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office arrested 31 men in the online child predator sting, including a lieutenant commander of the U.S. Coast Guard JAG Miami unit.

I Want My MTV: Five Things on the Beach

MTV is filming a new dating show on the beaches!

Sheriff Candidates Reveal Changes They'd Make

Four of five remaining Pinellas County Sheriff candidates participated in a forum last week touching on topics like high-speed chases, human trafficking, budgets, non-violent drug offenders, synthetic drugs, pensions and prostitutes.

Lacrosse 'Years' From Becoming School Sport, Enthusiasts Say

A local lacrosse group is leading a charge to get the club sport recognized as a varsity sport in Pinellas County, but that struggle "has a long way to go," at best.

MTV Filming New Show on the Beaches

MTV has already filmed part of their new show, Dream Date Challenge, on the beaches.

Where's the Best Place to Dine Out for Memorial Day Weekend?

Do you have a favorite place to dine and drink for Memorial Day weekend?

Thanks to Our Moms: Five Things on the Beach

Thank you to all the mothers for all the hard work you do.

Maternal Photos

Show us your photos of your Mother or Mother figure!

Five Things on the Beach: Pirates on the Beach!

Pirates have invaded the Pass!

Beach Economy and Water Restrictions

See what you may have missed this week on Patch!

Middle School Program Gives Back to the Birds

Dunedin Highland Middle School made a recent trip to the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary. The group donated goods, cleaned up the beach and learned about the facility through a guided tour.

Once-a-Week Watering Restrictions in Place for Pinellas

The emergency order will remain in effect through July 31 unless extended or rescinded by the Water Management District Governing Board or Executive Director.

Five Things on the Beach: Pirates are Coming

The Pass will be overrun by pirates starting today!

Chicken Creations Fit for the Beach

Which way will you choose to indulge in some tantalizing chicken?

Bayway Bridge Lanes Closed

There are lane closures on Bayway Bridge between St. Petersburg and St. Pete Beach to allow for concrete to be delivered for the bridge reconstruction.

Five Things on the Beach: Beach Costs

The Beach Renourishment may end up costing the beach towns a lot.

Adoptables at Risk: This Well-Behaved Missy Needs a Loving Family

One-year-old Missy is a playful pup who is house broken. She is filled with energy and enthusiasm. But so far she's been passed by. Can you help?

'Spring Breakers' Added $1.3 Million to Local Economy

From hotel rooms to off duty police officers, the film spent an estimated $1.3 million while filming in Gulfport, St. Pete Beach and St. Petersburg.

Dockside Dave's is a Local Favorite

With just two locations, Dockside Dave's can be enjoyed only on the beach.

Five Things on the Beach: Think of Your Mom

What are you doing for Mom this Sunday?

Play Ball with Sampson

Meet Sampson and other adoptable pets at Animal Services.

Belleair Beach and Indian Shores May Owe for Renourishment

A lack of parking spaces may cost Belleair Beach and Indian Shores reimbursement funds from the beach renourishment.

Meet the Music: Chocolate Covered Cherries

With their energy and musical talent, the Chocolate Covered Cherries have made an imprint on the beach community.

Children's Hospital Benefits From Taste of Pinellas

More than 30,000 people attended the Taste of Pinellas fundraising extravaganza in St. Petersburg. Our video show how All Children's Hospital benefits from the dollars raised.

John Levique's Pirates on the Pass

John Levique Pirate Days is coming up this weekend at John's Pass.

Five Things on the Beach: Beach Biking

May is National Bike Month. Get out and ride!

Where are you Taking Mom this Weekend?

It's Mother's Day weekend. What are your plans?

Five Things on the Beach: Patch Blitz

We were all over the place last week!

Patch RV on Gulf Boulevard

We're at Smokin' J's with giveaways. Stop by for 10 percent off at lunch and a free side.

Dog Tragedies and Blessings

See what you may have missed this week on Patch!

Super Moon Snapshots

Show us some snaps of the super moon.

Patch RV Is at St. Pete Pier!

The giant green Patch Mobile is at St. Petersburg's City Pier today until 4 p.m. Stop by for a free T-shirt, free Fresco's drink cards and other giveaways from Pier merchants. We're raffling gift cards to Jonny Reno's and Fresco's!

Five Things on the Beach: Cinco De Mayo

It's May 5 or Cinco De Mayo! What are your plans!

Five Things on the Beach: RV Art Walk

Come check out the Patch RV at Gulfport tonight!

Indian Shores Breeds Coffee and Music

Indian Shores Coffee combines live music and caffeine, creating a recipe for success.

New Festival Celebrates Art in the Gardens

Ready to "dig" the arts? Enjoy spring in the Florida Botanical Gardens with art experiences from area museums.

Photos: New Homes for Great Pets

Nine animals were adopted yesterday during Patch's adoption event at the Pinellas County Animal Services.