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The Art House, a new 42-story luxury condominium tower in downtown St. Petersburg, has officially topped out, marking a significant milestone for the community. Developed by Kotler Urban and constructed by Coastal Construction, the project began in June 2022, with 75% of its 244 units already sold. This development is poised to enhance the skyline and real estate market of St. Pete.
The St. Petersburg Museum of History Archives and Collections plays a crucial role in preserving and sharing the city's rich history through its extensive collection of maps. This article highlights the museum's efforts to educate the public about St. Petersburg's heritage and its significance in the community.
Toby’s Original Little Italy Pizza in St. Pete marks its 52nd anniversary by offering pizza slices, sodas, and beers for just 52 cents on November 24. The celebration will run from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and early attendees can receive a complimentary T-shirt. Located at 3523 49th St. N., this beloved local establishment continues to draw community support.
Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside hosted the "Golfing Fore Habitat" challenge at Topgolf St. Petersburg on November 4, attracting over 200 supporters and raising more than $130,000. The funds will be directed towards providing affordable homeownership opportunities in the region.
Amazon Prime Video has secured a multi-year agreement with Diamond Sports Group to broadcast Tampa Bay Rays and Lightning games, making regional sports channels available to subscribers. This partnership also includes FanDuel Sports Network for local cable customers, amidst Diamond's ongoing bankruptcy restructuring.
Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside successfully hosted the "Golfing Fore Habitat" challenge at Topgolf in St. Petersburg, attracting over 200 supporters and raising more than $130,000 for affordable homeownership initiatives. This event underscores the organization's commitment to addressing housing challenges in the region. The funds will significantly contribute to Habitat's mission of providing accessible housing for those in need.
The Tampa Bay Rays have decided to play their 2025 season in Tampa, moving from Tropicana Field, which suffered damage from Hurricane Milton. Team president Matt Silverman emphasized the importance of keeping games local, making George M. Steinbrenner Field the best option. This decision has sparked significant discussion within the community regarding the future of baseball in the region.
Toby’s Original Little Italy Pizza in St. Petersburg is celebrating its 52nd anniversary by offering slices, sodas, and beers for just 52 cents on November 24, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The popular local eatery will also provide free T-shirts to early patrons, marking a significant milestone in its long-standing history within the community.
The ‘Unicorn’ affordable housing project in South St. Petersburg, spearheaded by Jeff Brandes, is now advancing after years of planning. The initiative not only addresses the pressing need for affordable housing in the area but also carries significant personal ties for Brandes, whose family has historical roots on the project site.
The Pinellas County Supervisor of Elections announced a manual recount of judicial election results due to a narrow margin of just 0.14% between candidates. This recount follows state law that mandates such actions when the margin is 0.5% or less, ensuring a fair electoral process. The recount began on Thursday and is aimed at maintaining electoral integrity in the Circuit Judge, 6th Judicial Circuit, Group 14 contest.