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CareerSource Hillsborough Pinellas has secured a $600,000 grant from FloridaCommerce aimed at creating temporary job opportunities in the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. This funding will bolster career development services, humanitarian aid, and restoration efforts in the affected regions. Job seekers and employers can find more information through the provided website links.
Homeschool Hours at the MFA invites families and groups to engage in monthly educational sessions focused on the culture, history, math, and science behind art. Participants receive pre-packaged learning bags filled with guides and activities, making for a hands-on learning experience that encourages exploration of art within the museum context.
St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch has announced a temporary waiver of late fees and notice fees for utility accounts, effective through December 31. The initiative also includes a suspension of water meter lock-offs due to non-payment, along with temporary halts on lien filings and business tax late fees. This measure is aimed at alleviating financial burdens on residents during challenging times.
St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch has implemented a temporary emergency waiver of late fees and water meter lock-offs for utility accounts, effective through December 31. This measure aims to alleviate financial burdens on residents amid ongoing economic challenges, while also suspending lien filings and business tax late fees temporarily.
The St Petersburg City Theatre Benefit invites the community to an entertaining evening featuring the Festive Florida Singers and the “Roy LaCroix Variety Show: 70s Experience.” The event aims to raise essential funds for the repair and restoration of the theater following hurricane damage.
A beachfront home in Pass-a-Grille, St. Pete Beach, has sold for $8 million, slightly below its asking price. The property features five bedrooms and five full baths, highlighting the ongoing demand for luxury real estate in the St. Petersburg area.
Over 70 physicians from Bayfront Health Medical Group have joined the Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health network, enhancing healthcare access in St. Petersburg. This new partnership introduces six orthopedic surgeons, expanding the range of medical services available to patients in the Tampa Bay area.
Plans for a 49-story Waldorf Astoria-branded mixed-use condominium tower in downtown St. Petersburg have advanced as city council members approved the $225 million project. The tower, set to rise to 540 feet, promises to be the tallest and first luxury-branded skyscraper in the city, marking a significant development for the local skyline.
Pinellas County is gearing up for Election Night with a series of watch parties where candidates, volunteers, and the public can gather to witness the results in a festive atmosphere. As the 2024 election season draws to a close, these events provide a chance to celebrate democracy while enjoying a temporary reprieve from political ads.
St. Petersburg’s City Council has approved contracts amounting to $6.5 million to repair Tropicana Field, severely damaged by Hurricane Milton. The decision comes amid concerns about further deterioration of the stadium and the city's obligations to maintain it to meet insurance requirements.