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Novelist Dominic Trimboli imagines a new role for Earth
'The Destroyer of Worlds' is the first in a series combining history and science fiction.

Embarc Collective to host Glaring Gap Summit next week
“I think that if we can educate people on how to think about things or how to see opportunity, they will take that with them in their everyday lives.”

Five ways to give back and get involved in your community
Channel your energy into giving back to the community.

Devo-lution in real time: The Mark Mothersbaugh interview
Talking with the founding singer/songwriter of the pioneering new wave band from Ohio.

A $500 lifeline for St. Pete foster youth is running out
The city contracted with Ready for Life, a nonprofit that works with young adults transitioning out of foster care.

Craft Club Cinema brings ADHD-friendly movie and craft nights to Green Light Cinema in St. Pete
Movie theaters have spent decades insisting that sitting completely still, in the dark, in complete silence, is the only acceptable way to experience cinema. And for a certain type of […]

Sunshine in a cup: The Ritual Grounds X I Love the Burg matcha is our new favorite drink
Our No. 1 goal 365 days a year is to celebrate all things St. Pete, all things local, and all things good. For the next 30 or so of those […]

Rays’ $2.361B Tampa ballpark moves closer to approval
The Rays increased their commitment by $100 million, with a corresponding decrease in the public contribution.

Coast Guard advances $60 million Sector St. Petersburg contract
The U.S. Coast Guard awarded a $60 million contract this month to “repair, recapitalize and improve waterfront facilities at Sector St. Petersburg,” according to a prepared statement. Sector St. Petersburg is a Coast Guard command. Its area of responsibility “encompasses 400…

22 nonstop international flights from TPA you can take to see the world
Looking for nonstop international flights out of Tampa? You’re not alone, and there are nearly two dozen options. Summer may be ending, but that means dreams of our next big […]

Pinellas eyes campus reserves to save Weedon Island
“[The state] needs to take responsibility for what they own."

Great Explorations museum to host science event Saturday
Great Explorations Children’s Museum, at 1925 4th Street N. in St. Petersburg, will host the IGNITE! event Saturday. The gathering, which is designed for young people ages 14 and younger, will focus on science, discovery and creativity. According to a prepared statement,…