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Published December 30Cold night shelters in St. Petersburg activated tonight
ST. PETERSBURG — Cold night shelters are open Tuesday, Dec. 30, at multiple locations across St. Pete. The Homeless Leadership Alliance has coordinated with local shelters to ensure that individuals in need have a warm and safe place to sleep. Shelters are activated when the…
Published December 24Local Kwanzaa celebrations and scheduled events
Cultural Performances, Black-Owned Vendors, and Local Business History Highlighting Cooperative Economics ST. PETERSBURG — On Monday, December 29, 2025, community members are invited to gather for a Kwanzaa Day 4 (Ujamaa – Cooperative Economics) Celebration from 6:00–8:00 PM at…
Published December 22City of St. Pete and Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival to host 39th Annual St. Pete MLK Parade
ST. PETERSBURG — The City of St. Petersburg and Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival Inc. (TBCGF Inc.) are celebrating and honoring the life and legacy of civil rights activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with the 39th Annual St. Pete MLK Parade: “The Power of A Dream” on January 19,…
Published December 21Woodson Museum celebrates Holiday Open House, Tree exhibition, and 2025 Toy Drive
St. Petersburg, FL — The Woodson African American Museum of Florida hosted its annual Holiday Open House and Christmas Tree Trimming Competition, culminating a highly successful 2025 Toy Drive filled with joy, jubilation, and community spirit. More than 300 guests toured the…
Published December 17Celebrate National Day of Racial Healing, Jan 20, 2026, with St. Pete TRHT Center
The St. Petersburg Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation (TRHT) Center celebrates unity, understanding, and healing as it holds an inspiring evening of connection, storytelling, and community building during the St. Petersburg National Day of Racial Healing. The event takes…
St. Pete fintech startup expands internationally
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Published November 27American Idol’s Jamal Roberts performs Dec 16 for GOW fundraiser with Spirit of Tampa Bay Community Choir
Now, with the holiday season in full swing, the Gathering of Women has partnered with The Spirit of Tampa Bay Community Choir to present a special fundraising concert featuring Jamal Roberts on Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. at the Palladium in downtown St. Pete. BY ZERMI JENKINS |…
Published November 22Better late than never
‘Mrs. Edmond, your approach must change. Ghost writing is not sufficient,’ said Dr. Goliath Davis. Caprice Edmond (right) was elected School Board Chair earlier this month. GOLIATH J. DAVIS, III, Ph.D. | Contributor PINELLAS COUNTY — All of us have heard the expression, “better…
Published November 21Strengthening our schools: Community updates from Chairperson Caprice Edmond
BY CAPRICE EDMOND | Contributor PINELLAS COUNTY — As we continue planning for the future of our school district, families must have clear and accessible pathways to programs that best support their child’s learning. It is also essential to continue strengthening community…
Published November 17Infinity Aero Club brings Flight Simulator Experience for youth to Enoch Davis this Saturday
BY ZERMI JENKINS | Contributor Currently, it is a great time to encourage young people to consider the merits of becoming a pilot and learning aviation skills. Parents, listen up! This Saturday, November 22, Infinity Aero Club of Tampa (iACT) brings its Mobile Aviation & STEM…
Published November 12Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg awards $100,000 in emergency grants
ST. PETERSBURG — In response to financial hardships resulting from the government shutdown and the freezing of SNAP benefits, the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg announced Tuesday it will issue $100,000 in emergency grant aid to four local organizations offering residents…
Published November 11St. Pete’s story of wellness adds sound healing and neuro-art on the Deuces, Nov 15
By J.A. Jones, Contributor ST. PETERSBURG — For decades, health and wellness practitioners, doctors, nurses, educators, artists, and everyday community people living, working, and playing in under-resourced communities have sought practical and innovative ways to improve their…