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Neighbor to Neighbor: Keep Leaves Out of Our Drains
Learn how to manage falling leaves, protect storm drains and waterways, compost yard waste, and help keep Gulfport’s ponds healthy.

Eye on Gulfport: September 17-23 Gulfport Police Weekly Activity Report
Rather than a traditional police blotter, GPD sent us a sampling of services the police provided in Gulfport from September 17-23.

Things To Do Sept. 24-Oct. 1 in Gulfport, St. Pete
An outdoor concert, a Halloween-themed market, and a one-woman show; Here's your weekly list of things to do Sept. 24-Oct. 1 in Pinellas.

September 11-18 Gulfport Real Estate Sales
Here's the listing of September 11-18 Gulfport real estate sales, including homes and condos throughout Gulfport, Florida.

Gulfport Council Removes Flock Camera Funding From Budget
Gulfport City Council votes 3-2 to remove $9,000 for Flock license-plate cameras, citing privacy, data ownership, and security concerns.

Gulfport Council Approves FY27 Budget After Several Changes
Gulfport City Council approved its FY27 budget after changes to tree funding, council pay, and a vacant Leisure Services position.

Gulfport Council Delays Marina Rates, Approves Garbage Increase
Gulfport City Council delayed commercial marina rates while approving garbage rate increases and updated recreation and Senior Center fees.
Take Two on Tuesday with Mayor Love (9/8/2026) – Hurricane Preparedness
Mayor Karen Love reminds Gulfport residents that many hurricane preparedness supplies are now tax-exempt year-round in Florida, including batteries, fire extinguishers, generators, tarps, sunscreen, and insect repellent. She encourages residents to prepare early for hurricane…

Inaugural Gulfport Battle of the Bands brings a huge night of music to the city
Here’s something that doesn’t happen nearly enough in live music: the audience actually gets a vote. A real one. At the end of the night, every person in the building […]
Take Two on Tuesday with Mayor Love (9/1/2026) – Water Quality
Mayor Karen Love discusses Gulfport’s water quality testing, highlighting routine testing at three locations and new beach signs with QR codes linking residents and visitors to current results. She also reminds residents that this week’s City Council meeting will be on Thursday…

Gecko-mania continues this weekend in Gulfport
The 26th annual Gecko Fest, with parade, takes place downtown Saturday.
Take Two on Tuesday with Mayor Love (8/25/2026) – Mosquito Control
Mayor Karen Love explains how mosquito control is handled in Gulfport, emphasizing that Pinellas County is responsible for mosquito abatement and treatment. She outlines recent mosquito control efforts, explains how treatment locations are determined, and provides contact…