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A.k.a. St. Pete Gazette.
This is a local news project for residents of St. Pete, informing with stories of what’s happening locally in St. Petersburg’s local government and other public issues.
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This is a local news project for residents of St. Pete, informing with stories of what’s happening locally in St. Petersburg’s local government and other public issues.
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Dames has cemented himself as a cornerstone of community activism and connection in #StPete. Learn about the local musician and community organizer 🎶
Profile: Performance, Faith and Tangible Activism with DAMES - San Pedro Gazette | St. Petersburg, Florida News
Meet the up and coming artist based in St. Pete, Dylan Dames, who goes by the stage name DAMES, where community, faith and activism converge.
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November 26, 2025 at 1:47 AM
Dames has cemented himself as a cornerstone of community activism and connection in #StPete. Learn about the local musician and community organizer 🎶
For Cristi López, murals help people "stumble-upon" art. Meet the St. Pete artist who cares about building community, and who painted a mural by the St. Pete Pier.
Cristi Lopez talks about community, murals, art in St. Pete - San Pedro Gazette | St. Petersburg, Florida News
Local muralist and community advocate Cristi López unveiled “Shared Shores” at the St. Petersburg Pier in Florida.
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September 9, 2025 at 1:41 AM
For Cristi López, murals help people "stumble-upon" art. Meet the St. Pete artist who cares about building community, and who painted a mural by the St. Pete Pier.
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Orlando's Pulse rainbow crosswalk was painted over. St. Pete mayor says his city's Pride crosswalk mural could be next www.cltampa.com/news/orlando...
Orlando's Pulse rainbow crosswalk was painted over. St. Pete mayor says his city's Pride crosswalk mural could be next
While St. Pete City Council mulls over FDOT's demand to erase its rainbow intersection, the state took matters into its own hands in Orlando. The...
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August 22, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Orlando's Pulse rainbow crosswalk was painted over. St. Pete mayor says his city's Pride crosswalk mural could be next www.cltampa.com/news/orlando...
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I did not expect a baker's dozen to qualify for the special city council election coming up in Tampa's District 5. We listed 'em out by their fundraising hauls so far on @cltampabay.bsky.social
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August 17, 2025 at 5:42 PM
I did not expect a baker's dozen to qualify for the special city council election coming up in Tampa's District 5. We listed 'em out by their fundraising hauls so far on @cltampabay.bsky.social
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The City of #stpetersburgflorida is facing state pressure to erase road murals like the iconic Pride crosswalk and “Black History Matters." On Aug. 14, the public of the city urged officials to "resist" during a council meeting.
Florida FDOT Memo Threatens St. Petersburg Road Murals, Residents Pushed Back - San Pedro Gazette | St. Petersburg, Florida News
St. Petersburg, Florida, faces state pressure to erase murals like the Pride crosswalk and “Black History Matters” street art, while officials set hearings for utility rate changes on Aug. 14, 2025.
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August 23, 2025 at 5:10 AM
The City of #stpetersburgflorida is facing state pressure to erase road murals like the iconic Pride crosswalk and “Black History Matters." On Aug. 14, the public of the city urged officials to "resist" during a council meeting.
If you are in #Tampa, the @tampamonitor.com is a great source of information.
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This Week 8-11-25
Council is off with a couple of budget workshops to start the week. And a humble ask for support.
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August 14, 2025 at 3:15 PM
If you are in #Tampa, the @tampamonitor.com is a great source of information.
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Florida #DOGE records request and #FDOT threats against road art were discussed at the Aug. 7 #StPetersburg City Council. Officials also discussed Tropicana Field repairs, Rays uncertainty, utilities, and MLK Parade funding.
Florida DOGE Targets St. Petersburg As Council Talks Budget; MLK Parade Funds Secured; More Trop Repairs Approved - San Pedro Gazette | St. Petersburg, Florida News
Florida DOGE records request and FDOT threats against road art were discussed at the Aug. 7 St. Petersburg City Council. Officials also discussed Tropicana Field repairs, Rays uncertainty, and a $690K...
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August 12, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Florida #DOGE records request and #FDOT threats against road art were discussed at the Aug. 7 #StPetersburg City Council. Officials also discussed Tropicana Field repairs, Rays uncertainty, utilities, and MLK Parade funding.
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At the July 24 meeting, #StPeteFL officials ended the $1.3B Rays-Hines deal, faced utility costs outcry, reviewed hurricane response, and addressed more #TropicanaField repairs.
St. Pete Council Ends Rays Deal, Debates Utilities & Storm Response - San Pedro Gazette | St. Petersburg, Florida News
At the July 24 meeting, St. Pete officials ended the $1.3B Rays deal, faced utility bill outrage, reviewed hurricane response, and debated public safety programs.
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August 1, 2025 at 9:15 PM
If you live on the other side of the bay, or just want to keep up with more regional news, be sure to give San Pedro Gazette a follow.
At the July 24 meeting, #StPeteFL officials ended the $1.3B Rays-Hines deal, faced utility costs outcry, reviewed hurricane response, and addressed more #TropicanaField repairs.
St. Pete Council Ends Rays Deal, Debates Utilities & Storm Response - San Pedro Gazette | St. Petersburg, Florida News
At the July 24 meeting, St. Pete officials ended the $1.3B Rays deal, faced utility bill outrage, reviewed hurricane response, and debated public safety programs.
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August 1, 2025 at 6:13 PM
At the July 24 meeting, #StPeteFL officials ended the $1.3B Rays-Hines deal, faced utility costs outcry, reviewed hurricane response, and addressed more #TropicanaField repairs.
The #RivieraBayPark in #StPetersburgFL offers five acres of green space, playgrounds, and #basketball courts — a local gem where neighbors gather, relax, and connect.
Riviera Bay Park, a Beloved Community Space in St. Petersburg - San Pedro Gazette | St. Petersburg, Florida News
Riviera Bay Park in St. Petersburg offers five acres of green space, playgrounds, and basketball courts—a local gem where neighbors gather, relax, and connect.
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August 1, 2025 at 6:11 PM
The #RivieraBayPark in #StPetersburgFL offers five acres of green space, playgrounds, and #basketball courts — a local gem where neighbors gather, relax, and connect.
Mayor Welch revealed his FY26 budget while residents pushed for local energy reform, pedestrian safety, and cultural funding during a packed July 17 #StPeteFl City Council meeting.
St. Pete Mayor Unveils Draft FY26 Budget; Residents Call for Utility Study, Safety - San Pedro Gazette | St. Petersburg, Florida News
Mayor Ken Welch presented the St. Pete FY26 proposed budget. Residents pushed for public power studies, Complete Streets funding, and cultural programs at the July 17 meeting.
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July 25, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Mayor Welch revealed his FY26 budget while residents pushed for local energy reform, pedestrian safety, and cultural funding during a packed July 17 #StPeteFl City Council meeting.
During the Jul. 10 meeting, St. Pete Council advanced the Clean and Safe Program, funded Obama Library repairs, updated zoning laws, and remembered a late City Attorney.
Council Advances Clean and Safe Program; Funds Obama Library Repairs; A Farewell To An Attorney - San Pedro Gazette | St. Petersburg, Florida News
St. Pete Council advanced the Clean and Safe Program, funded Obama Library repairs, updated zoning laws, and honored the late City Attorney Michael Dema.
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July 18, 2025 at 10:55 PM
During the Jul. 10 meeting, St. Pete Council advanced the Clean and Safe Program, funded Obama Library repairs, updated zoning laws, and remembered a late City Attorney.
St. Pete celebrated #Pride with powerful events, from People’s Pride to the #Trans March at the #StPeteFL Pride.
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A Weekend At LGBTQ+ Pride Celebrations In St. Pete - San Pedro Gazette | St. Petersburg, Florida News
St. Pete celebrated Pride with powerful events, from People’s Pride to the Trans March at the St. Pete Pride.
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July 12, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Rosa Patishtan-Gomez was detained in Pinellas County, Florida, on June 5 without charges. The mother was arrested and separated from her children with the help of local law enforcement. Read the full report here.
Against Internal Policy, ICE Separated A Breastfeeding Pinellas County Mother From Her Two Children
Rosa Patishtan-Gomez was detained in Pinellas County, Florida, on June 5 without charges. The mother was detained and separated from her children with help of local law enforcement.
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July 3, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Rosa Patishtan-Gomez was detained in Pinellas County, Florida, on June 5 without charges. The mother was arrested and separated from her children with the help of local law enforcement. Read the full report here.
At USF in St. Petersburg, oceanographer Callie Crawford studies how ocean acidification threatens foraminifera—microscopic shells that hold Earth’s climate memory going back thousands of years.
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Ocean Acidification Is Erasing Foraminifera As Florida Scientists Seek To Learn Their Stories - San Pedro Gazette | St. Petersburg, Florida News
At USF in St. Petersburg, oceanographer Callie Crawford studies how ocean acidification threatens foraminifera—microscopic shells that hold Earth’s climate memory going back thousands of years.
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June 27, 2025 at 7:57 PM
At USF in St. Petersburg, oceanographer Callie Crawford studies how ocean acidification threatens foraminifera—microscopic shells that hold Earth’s climate memory going back thousands of years.
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Have you heard of Lassing Park in St. Petersburg’s Old Southeast? It's a peaceful, dog-friendly green space with Tampa Bay views, sea breezes, and a shoreline perfect for quiet reflection.
Lassing Park: A Hidden Gem in Old Southeast St. Pete - San Pedro Gazette | St. Petersburg, Florida News
Have you heard of Lassing Park in St. Petersburg’s Old Southeast? It's a peaceful, dog-friendly green space with Tampa Bay views, sea breezes, and a shoreline perfect for quiet reflection.
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June 27, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Have you heard of Lassing Park in St. Petersburg’s Old Southeast? It's a peaceful, dog-friendly green space with Tampa Bay views, sea breezes, and a shoreline perfect for quiet reflection.
Crowds gathered outside Tyrone Mall in St. Pete during the June 14 "No Kings" demonstration to decry Trump's attacks on due process, democracy, and immigration.
“No Kings” Protest Draws Massive Crowd to Tyrone Mall in St. Pete - San Pedro Gazette | St. Petersburg, Florida News
Crowds gathered outside Tyrone Mall for the St. Pete "No Kings" protest to decry Trump's attacks on due process, democracy, and immigration.
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June 27, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Crowds gathered outside Tyrone Mall in St. Pete during the June 14 "No Kings" demonstration to decry Trump's attacks on due process, democracy, and immigration.
St. Pete officials presented disaster relief programs (CDBG-DR) and talked about new housing goals. The public urged compassion for the unhoused during a June 12 meeting.
St. Pete Disaster Relief Programs Presented By Officials - San Pedro Gazette | St. Petersburg, Florida News
St. Pete officials presented disaster relief programs (CDBG-DR) and talked about new housing goals. The public urged compassion for the unhoused during a June 12 meeting.
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June 27, 2025 at 6:52 PM
St. Pete officials presented disaster relief programs (CDBG-DR) and talked about new housing goals. The public urged compassion for the unhoused during a June 12 meeting.
Free sandbags, storm kits, pet prep, and flood maps—find what every St. Pete resident should know before the storms.
Sandbags, Shelters, Storm Kits: Hurricane Tips To Prep In St. Pete - San Pedro Gazette | St. Petersburg, Florida News
Free sandbags, storm kits, pet prep, and flood maps—find what every St. Pete resident should know before the storms.
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June 27, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Free sandbags, storm kits, pet prep, and flood maps—find what every St. Pete resident should know before the storms.
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The Gazette: June 13 Issue
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June 13, 2025 at 7:51 PM
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St. Pete councilmembers weighed Trop repair costs, approved housing projects for families and seniors, and listened to public comments about unhoused folks in Downtown #StPete during the June 5 City Council meeting.
Tropicana Field Repairs; Job Growth Concerns; Homelessness in Downtown - San Pedro Gazette | St. Petersburg, Florida News
Tropicana Field repairs cost rises to $35 million. Council approved housing projects; celebrated Pride, Juneteenth during the June 5 meeting.
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June 13, 2025 at 7:25 PM
St. Pete councilmembers weighed Trop repair costs, approved housing projects for families and seniors, and listened to public comments about unhoused folks in Downtown #StPete during the June 5 City Council meeting.
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June 6, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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St. Pete Public Works was honored at the May 8 City Council meeting. Officials observed proclamations on EMS, drowning prevention, and Asian American and Pacific Islander Month.
St. Pete Public Works Celebrated At Proclamation Packed Session - San Pedro Gazette
St. Pete Public Works honored at City Council with proclamations on EMS, drowning prevention, and AAPI Month.
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June 6, 2025 at 6:54 PM
St. Pete Public Works was honored at the May 8 City Council meeting. Officials observed proclamations on EMS, drowning prevention, and Asian American and Pacific Islander Month.
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May 30, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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