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Mortgage payments in Tampa Bay have become more affordable than monthly rent, according to a recent Zillow Home Loans analysis. The report highlights that residents typically pay $2,106 for rent, while mortgage payments average $1,191.
Michelin-starred chef Lee Wolen, along with the Chicago-based Boka Restaurant Group, is set to open a new upscale steak and seafood restaurant called Elliott at the Vinoy Resort & Golf Club in downtown St. Petersburg. The restaurant will feature 10,000 square feet of indoor space and 4,000 square feet of outdoor space, and is expected to open in early 2025. Wolen expressed a personal connection to St. Pete, highlighting its significance to him.
Gallagher's Pumpkin Patch has reopened in St. Pete, offering a variety of family-friendly activities including food, games, and animal encounters. The popular attraction has been a staple in the community for over 30 years, operating daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Tampa International Airport (TPA) has been nominated for multiple Readers’ Choice Awards by _USA Today_, including Best Large Airport and four dining categories. The airport previously held the top spot for best airport, but current rankings will remain hidden until the winners are announced on October 2.
St. Petersburg has seen a concerning rise in bicyclist fatalities, prompting the St. Pete Police Department to launch a high-visibility safety campaign aimed at pedestrians and cyclists. Funded by a $67,629 grant, the campaign will focus on education and enforcement efforts on major thoroughfares throughout the city.
St. Petersburg College has unveiled an updated multiyear Facilities Master Plan aimed at enhancing campus synergy throughout Pinellas County. Key initiatives include the establishment of a new advanced manufacturing lab at the Midtown Campus and the expansion of the nursing program across Clearwater and Midtown Campuses.
Pinellas County officials and community leaders broke ground on the Dansville Community Park, a 12-acre facility in an underserved area founded by an African American sharecropper in 1946. The park is set to include various amenities and is expected to open in the fall of 2025.
The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) Tampa Bay has closed its Veterinary Center in St. Petersburg to adapt to community needs, shifting towards more accessible services for pet owners facing financial difficulties. The decision, described as bittersweet by CEO Martha Boden, comes after nearly eight years of impactful service at the facility. The organization plans to reinvest proceeds from the sale of the center into targeted community programs.
The University of South Florida (USF) aims to join the top 25 public institutions in the U.S., according to President Rhea Law. Following its recent invitation to the Association of American Universities, USF is also focused on raising $1 billion in research funding by 2030.
A woman's body was discovered near a dumpster in St. Petersburg, Florida, prompting an investigation by local police. Detectives reported signs of trauma, and the medical examiner is set to determine the cause of death. This incident raises concerns regarding public safety in the area.