Local Journalism

What Is the Campus — Community Task Force?

The Covid-19 pandemic hit University of South Florida college campuses hard, forcing much of its operations into a virtual lockdown, with…

Benediction Prayer Emphasized Unity and Faith Among the Nation.

ST. PETERSBURG — Reverend Sylvester Beaman gave the benediction prayer at the closing of the presidential inauguration on Jan. 21, asking God to protect and guide the newly sworn in President Biden and Vice President…

It is better to give than to receive

Rebecca Duverlus, 10, is like many kids her age — she enjoys math at St. Jude Elementary, running (she wants to be a professional track…

What’s happening with animal shelters during the pandemic

ENGLEWOOD, Fla. — For many animal shelters, COVID-19 has had unprecedented effects.

Opening a Pier during a Pandemic

ST. PETERSBURG (Apr. 25, 2021) The construction of the new St. Pete Pier has dealt from many challenges ranging from production delays to…

A local French bakery’s take on the COVID-19 pandemic

Sailor Adams

This pandemic has put many local businesses to the test, and there are few who lack a unique story regarding the challenges faced since its arrival last spring.

2021 Brings a Surge of Manatee Deaths Throughout Tampa Bay and Other Florida Waterways

Although not back on the endangered species list, manatees have always been one of the aquatic animals that boaters are encouraged to look out for, but this year especially, the…

New Community Marketplace Battles Food Insecurity

A new organic produce market has begun providing the residents of South St. Petersburg with organic produce in an effort to alleviate the impact of living in a food desert.

St. Petersburg Mayor angered at 50 Cent’s Maskless Super Bowl Party

Students Embrace SGEF’s On-Campus Event with Positive Attitudes

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Student Green Energy Fund is hosting an on-campus Grab N’ Go tabling event that students are eager to get off their screens to attend, despite the continuing pandemic.