News across Tampa Bay
The death of a star: How climate change and light pollution are changing astronomy
The search for favorable astrophotography conditions has only gotten harder due to changing atmospheric conditions, ash and dust from wildfires and light pollution.
Drought-dried springs already suffered from low flow, scientists say
The gushing groundwater that fills crystalline swimming holes in North Central Florida temporarily stopped flowing at nine springs this year. Humans are partly to blame.
USF overcomes lifeless start, stays undefeated with 14-6 win over Bowling Green
The Bulls, who trailed 6-0 as the fourth quarter began, scored 14 unanswered points while their defense kept the lid on the Falcons' offense, which has struggled all season.
Yonkers Times (Rising Media Group)
Published September 26Why St. Petersburg, FL Has Become One of America’s Best Cities for Running
St. Petersburg, FL has quietly become a runner’s paradise. Discover what’s fueling the boom, the best routes, and how to stay on the road longer. Image by jcomp on Magnific Fifty million. That’s roughly how many Americans laced up and ran outdoors in 2024. And if you’ve spent any…
The Hernando Sun
Published September 26Big Weekend for Bowhunting
Here in Zone C, as determined by our Florida Wildlife Commission, our archery season for big game hunting opened this past Saturday. And friends, I reckon opening day was just […]
Cubs-Red Sox series finale moved to Tropicana Field amid storm threat in Boston
The Red Sox are preparing for a long road trip, with the Wild Card series at New York starting Tuesday and the winner of that round coming to the Trop to play Tampa Bay in the Division Series on Oct. 3.
Changes could be coming to the Big Bend oyster harvest
FWC hosted workshops this month to gather feedback on proposed changes as a response to declining oyster populations in the Gulf.
Head Start overhaul could reshape services for Sarasota families
A proposal wouldn’t directly cut funding to Head Start, but it would eliminate many of its federal regulations. Sarasota County providers worry the change could ultimately reduce funding and make it more difficult to maintain support for families.
Voting rights group accuses DeSantis administration of voter intimidation ahead of midterm elections
A Florida voting rights advocacy group has strongly criticized Governor Ron DeSantis and state officials following new voter fraud charges against 20 individuals, calling the move a deliberate effort to intimidate minority voters ahead of upcoming elections.
Take ‘The Gabber Newspaper’ to Kinderdijk, Netherlands
Anne McNally and Bob McGrath took 'The Gabber Newspaper' to Kinderdijk, Netherlands. Send us your travel photos!
St Pete Catalyst
Published September 26Red Sox, Cubs series finale to be played Sunday at Tropicana Field
Major League Baseball announced today that this weekend’s Red Sox series finale against the Cubs will be relocated to Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, because of inclement weather predicted for the original site, Boston’s Fenway Park. Originally scheduled for Saturday, the game…
Voices: September 24 Letters to the Editor
Read the September 24 letters to the editor of 'The Gabber Newspaper'. This week: comments about newspaper distribution.