Best Fitness Apps, Ways To Shape Up For The New Year In 2021

Shed coronavirus pounds and get toned up for 2021 with the best exercise apps and online programs right here.

Tropicana Field COVID-19 Testing Site Closes Early Wednesday

The Tropicana Field coronavirus testing site is scheduled to close early Wednesday. Find out other locations where you can get tested here.

Healthcare Workers Receive Free Classes at The Body Electric

The Body Electric Yoga and Athletic Companies recognize healthcare workers with three weeks of free classes

See The Risk Of Coronavirus Exposure Indoors In St. Petersburg

A tool developed by researchers from several universities lets you see your risk of being exposed to the coronavirus indoors.

FL Elderly Are Top Priority To Get Coronavirus Vaccine: DeSantis

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed an executive order Wednesday that prioritizes who receives the coronavirus vaccine first in Florida.

How To Have A Very Merry And Safe Christmas In Florida

For a safe holiday celebration Floridians should follow coronavirus precautions this Christmas provided by the Centers for Disease Control.

Exhausted Nurse Honored To Receive Early Dose Of COVID-19 Vaccine

Frontline healthcare workers at BayCare and James A Haley Veterans Affairs received some of the first doses of the Moderna vaccine Tuesday.

Tropicana Field COVID-19 Testing Site's Holiday Schedule

Check the Tropicana Field coronavirus testing site's holiday schedule here.

FL Nursing Homes Start To Give COVID-19 Vaccines To Residents

A long-term care center in Broward County began administering vaccinations to residents on Wednesday. Gov. DeSantis said more will follow.

Spreading a Message of Hope and Help

PlacementWorks, PSTA and 2-1-1 team up to provide counseling support to some of our most vulnerable residents.

Tropicana Field Testing Site Closes Ahead Of Thunderstorms

The Tropicana Field coronavirus testing site closed early on Wednesday because of predicted thunderstorms for the afternoon.

DeSantis Rejects White House Call For Coronavirus Restrictions

Gov. Ron DeSantis said bars and restaurants will stay open despite a White House panel's call for restrictions as coronavirus cases surge.

FL Waits For FDA Approval Of Coronavirus Vaccine As Cases Climb

The majority of the FDA committee approved the Pfizer vaccine on Thursday, however, an absentee has prevented full approval.

Free Flu Shot For Vaccine Week In St. Pete

The Florida Department of Health Pinellas County locations are offering free flu shots to residents who haven't been able to afford them.

DeSantis Pounded On Social Media As FL Hits 1M Coronavirus Cases

Gov. Ron DeSantis asked Floridians to donate plasma as a COVID-19 treatment after Florida's coronavirus numbers exceeded 1 million.

Most FL Thanksgiving Plans Don’t Include Travel: Patch Survey

Are families gathering for Thanksgiving, traveling to see relatives or staying home? Here's what Florida Patch readers had to say.

Tropicana Testing Site Long Wait Times And Holiday Closure

Many coronavirus testing sites will be closed in Pinellas on Thursday and Friday for the holidays. Find out where you can get tested here.

Tropicana Field Testing Site Closed For Day, Capacity Reached

The Tropicana Field coronavirus testing site closed early on Friday due to it reaching capacity. Find your other testing locations here.

A Pandemic Thanksgiving: How To Celebrate Safely In St. Pete

Public health officials are calling on Americans to stay home this Thanksgiving. If you can't, here are tips to enjoy the holiday safely.

FL Mask Mandate Recommended By Mayors, DeSantis Criticized

A Zoom news conference call with Florida mayors included a call out to Gov. Ron DeSantis to order a statewide mask mandate.

Coronavirus Spread In St. Petersburg: See Your Risk Of Exposure

A new tool assesses the risk of gathering with others in St. Petersburg or elsewhere.

COVID-19 Testing Site At Tropicana Field Closes Early On Tuesday

Pinellas County residents who wanted coronavirus testing at the Tropicana Field on Tuesday afternoon will have to seek other options.

Free Tai Chi Class Through St. Pete's Fitness In The Park

Fitness in the Park is a wellness program offered through the city of St. Petersburg that provides different exercises every Tuesday.

DeSantis Adds Uber Driver/Sports Blogger To Data Analyst Team

Gov. Ron DeSantis has hired a new coronavirus data analyst who is a popular Twitter personality accused of sharing misinformation.

Two-Hour Wait Closes Coronavirus Testing Site Early At The Trop

The Tropicana Field coronavirus testing site closed early on Tuesday due to a long wait, officials said.

Florida Adds 4,115 Coronavirus Cases; Halloween Safety Tips

Florida added 4,115 coronavirus cases on Wednesday, a spike in 24 hours. Authorities issued safety reminders for Halloween celebrations.

Coronavirus Cases Spike; FL Delays Release Of Data Day Earlier

The Florida Dept. of Health delayed releasing its daily coronavirus numbers on Wednesday; new numbers show a surge of cases in the state.

Free Flu Shot Event At Pinellas County Health Dept. In St. Pete

Flu Boo, an annual free flu shot event at the Pinellas County Health Department, is happening Tuesday evening in St. Petersburg.

Play Softball .... Live Longer

Research Study Finds That Members Of The Kids and Kubs Have Fewer Heart Murmurs, Rarer varicose Veins, Less Shortness Of Breath.

FL Reports More Than 15,000 Deaths From COVID-19

Florida health officials reported 2,582 new cases of the coronavirus on Wednesday and 317 more deaths from the virus.

Coronavirus Testing Site Moved To Tropicana Field Parking Lot In St. Petersburg

The site opens Wednesday, Oct. 7.

Coronavirus Testing Site Moved To Tropicana Field Parking Lot In St. Petersburg

The site opens on Wednesday, Oct. 7.

Help is Here, and it is Here Now!

Thousands of county residents suffering from behavioral health issues due to COVID-19 will get support through a new grant program.

Mahaffey Coronavirus Testing Site Set To Close, Antibody Testing Discontinued

Numerous other testing locations are available throughout Pinellas County, many at no cost to patients.

Cardiac Patient Grateful For Quick Care At St. Anthony's Hospital

Sean O’Farrell of St. Petersburg is considered a "walking miracle" for surviving heart attack.

New Hours Offered For Coronavirus Testing At Mahaffey Theater Site In St. Petersburg

Beginning on Wednesday, Sept. 16, COVID-19 testing will be available from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.

St. Pete Eye Doctor Offers Tips For Protecting Children's Vision

Children in St. Petersburg will have extra screen exposure this school year with online learning and social media usage.

New Coronavirus Drive-Thru Testing Site To Provide Access To North And Central Pinellas County Residents

The site is scheduled to open Monday, Aug. 10 at 7 a.m. at the Ruth Eckerd Hall parking lot in Clearwater.

Pinellas County Commissioners Extend State Of Local Emergency Through Aug. 14

COVID-19 spread is slowing, but the county has a large vulnerable population and can see disproportionate impacts, health experts say.

St. Pete Is One Of The Fittest Cities In The Nation

American Fitness Index has ranked St. Pete and Tampa as two of the fittest cities in the nation, and St. Pete beat Tampa in the ranking.