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St. Pete Beach commissioners want more resident input before ruling out a property tax increase

St. Pete Beach Commissioners left the door open to a potential property tax increase during their July 28 meeting by setting a tentative maximum millage rate for fiscal year 2027, but they did not approve a tax hike. The commission directed staff to advertise a tentative rate of…

St. Pete officials prepare for millions in lost tax revenue

"I don't know what's going to happen in November," Hanewicz said. "But I don't want us to get flat-footed."

Get to know the 2026 Florida candidates for Agriculture Commissioner and Chief Financial Officer

These are the candidates for Agriculture Commissioner and Chief Financial Officer in Florida's 2026 elections.

St. Petersburg voters to decide on new tax to hasten flooding, sewage fixes

St. Pete explores whether new fire fees could offset property tax cuts proposed in November ballot

St. Petersburg officials are now working to answer a burning question: Can a new fire assessment fee save public safety from the effects of property tax reform? The city stands to lose over $54 million if 60% of voters approve Florida’s property tax amendment in November,…

Eye On Business — Bloomingdale/FishHawk, August 2026

Vote Brittany Lyssy For Hillsborough County School Board On August 18 Brittany Lyssy is asking Hillsborough County voters for their support on Tuesday, August 18, as she campaigns for the Hillsborough County School Board. A mother of three, attorney and public policy…

Florida AG James Uthmeier warns Catholic church to accept vaccine exemptions

Attorney General James Uthmeier is putting the Roman Catholic Church on notice – if they take taxpayer funded vouchers for their schools, they should accept vaccine exemptions for students, too. In a letter sent Friday to the Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops, Uthmeier,…

The Scoop: Mon. Aug. 3, 2026, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

It’s the first day of early in-person voting in Hillsborough County for Florida’s primary election. The last day to vote is August 18.

Mayor Love Monthly Report – July 2026

In her July Monthly Report, Mayor Karen Love highlights Gulfport's successful Bicentennial Celebration, provides updates on City projects, including the marina floating docks, and reminds residents to close out any outstanding building permits. She also shares insights from the…

John Mitten named to vacant seat on Hernando County Commission

Council starts budget at 6.5 mills, presses staff on spending

Battle over short-term rentals ends in a draw