Trayvon Martin's posthumous college graduation, unsafe drinking water and more— here's what your neighbors were talking about this week.
The Tampa Bay area isn’t the worst in the country for mosquitoes, but it’s close, according to Orkin.
Motorists who use Gandy Boulevard will face some detours over the next few evenings.
Murder suspect captured, burn ban, grocery store liquor and other stories from Florida Patch.
Residents are asked to reduce unnecessary water use and prepare for tightened restrictions if conditions worsen.
New police body armor, crime sprees and more — here's what your neighbors were talking about this week.
The first shovel of dirt was turned to kick off construction of the St. Petersburg Police Department’s new $70.2 million digs.
The Leadership St. Pete Class of 2017 selected the Boys & Girls Club as the beneficiary of its class project.
The annual two-day celebration centers on trees and other horticultural exhibits.
The 24-hour giving challenge is organized by the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay
Save the manatees, Jedi training, Pasco wildfires and other stories from Florida Patch.
State and federal researchers say Florida’s manatee population could double over the next 50 years, but some caveats exist.
The garden would be on city-owned property in the South St. Petersburg Community Redevelopment Area.
Scorpions set to rock the Bay, unusual murder weapons, 92 jobs and other stories from Florida Patch.
Cross-Bay Ferry riders can receive a discounted Rays ticket during home games in April.
Admiral Farragut Academy is scheduled to host AFA First Flight Day.
A collaboration between several Pinellas County animal services agencies has seen improved conditions for shelter pets in the region.
Grants fund more than $128,000 in support of early learning and literacy programs
Application deadline is April 30.
Donors will receive tote bags and Chick-fil-A restaurant freebies. Book your appointment!
The purpose of these workshops is to gain public input on how to improve the streets to better accommodate a variety of users.
Event to help nonprofit expand its educational gardens in St. Petersburg schools
Weedon Island Preserve will host the three-day camp from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. over spring break.
St. Petersburg has released a rundown of roads that will be affected by this weekend’s Firestone Grand Prix.
Clocks in the Tampa Bay area spring ahead soon as Daylight Saving Time begins.
JCPenney closings, 6,600 manatees, Publix scores and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sprouts set to open, George Jones’ house, manatee count numbers are in and other stories from Florida Patch.
‘Soaking wet’ man arrested, adorable search-and-rescue team and other stories from Florida Patch.
Loggerhead released, Aldi hiring, deputy’s arrest takes new turns and other stories from Florida Patch.
Music at Busch Gardens, eagle snatched from gator’s jaws, wrong-way crash and other stories from Florida Patch.
Dinosaurs at the zoo, Andre Rieu coming to town, doggy door burglars and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Eaglet stretching its wings, The Chainsmokers, secluded estate and other stories from Florida Patch.
St. Petersburg officials continue to work to unravel the mystery behind a recent rash of pelican deaths.
The National UFO Reporting Center keeps records on all reported sightings with dozens coming in from Florida over the past month or so.
When it comes to factors such as cost of living, taxes and recreational activities for retirees, Florida leads the nation, WalletHub found.
Pinellas County residents in need of shelter from the cold will find locations open to serve them.
Movie theater buyout, St. Louis jersey retirement, teen defends mom and other stories from Florida Patch.
Tampa Bay safety coalition names Anita Westmoreland as ‘Member of the Year’
The automated traveler information system can help residents and guests avoid traffic delays.