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Black History Month Flag Raising
On Thursday, February 1, Mayor Rick Kriseman raised the Dr. Carter G. Woodson African American History Flag at City Hall in celebration of Black History Month and the contributions of the museum.
To learn more, click the image above, or
click here.
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Localtopia 2018
The Independent Business Alliance,
Keep Saint Petersburg Local
, is proud to bring back
LOCALTOPIA
to Williams Park for its 5th year, with new elements that will make it the best one yet! LOCALTOPIA is St. Pete's largest "Community Celebration of All Things Local" showcasing nearly 200 of our city's favorite independent businesses and community organizations. The family-friendly festival also commemorates KSPL's 6-Year Anniversary! Please consider a (minimum) $5 donation upon arrival to spread the local love. "Donation Points" will be located at all entrances.
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Meet the Mayor: Public Highlights for the Week of February 3 - 9, 2018
| Monday, February 5, 6:00 pm |
CONA Leadership Class, SPC Allstate Campus
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| Wednesday, February 7, 10:00 am |
Ribbon Cutting, Mini Doughnut Factory
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| Wednesday, February 7, 12:00 pm |
Mayor's Council of Pinellas County, St. Pete Marriott, Clearwater
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| Wednesday, February 7, 6:00 pm |
119th Annual Chamber of Commerce Meeting, The Mahaffey
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| Thursday, February 8, 10:00 am |
Ribbon Cutting, Chick Fil A, 4th St. N. |
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Wednesday, January 31 |
I Love the Burg: City Expands Bike Trails Along 30th Avenue
If you're a two-wheel enthusiast, St. Pete is the place to be. In addition to Coast Bikes and bike paths, the city supports bicyclists and pedestrians with dozens of projects- From the Pinellas Trail to the Preservation Society's bike tours, it's a bicyclist's world in the Sunshine City.
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Wednesday, January 31 |
Tampa Bay Business Journal: St. Pete's economy is 'kicking' but the city is running out of office space
St. Petersburg Mayor
Rick Kriseman
says the state of his city's economy is "kicking," as he delivered his first State of the Economy address since being re-elected to a second term.
He touted record unemployment numbers that topple state lows and record job growth that saw a boom in the city's data analytics offerings.
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Thursday, February 1 |
WUSF: Florida Matters Newsmakers: St. Pete Mayor Rick Kriseman
This week on Florida Matters we visit the office of St. Petersburg Mayor Rick Kriseman to talk about his second term in office, which began about a month ago.
We talk with Mayor Kriseman about the challenges that lie ahead for himself and the city this term, which includes bridging the gap between residents that were divided during last year's race.
[Read full article] |
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Thursday, February 1 |
Tampa Bay Reporter: Kriseman Raises Flag in Honor of Woodson, Black History Month
Mayor Rick Kriseman raised the Woodson flag over City Hall this morning (Feb. 1) as a kick off to Black History Month.
The Woodson flag commemorates Dr. Carter G. Woodson, who was known as the "Father of Black History." St. Pete is the only city in the U.S. to raise the Woodson flag over a government entity.
Kriseman was joined by city council members and members of the board of directors of the Dr. Carter G. Woodson African American History Museum. The Woodson Museum is at 2240 Ninth Ave. S.
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Thursday, February 1 |
Tampa Bay Reporter: Healthy St. Pete Earns National Recognition
Healthy St. Pete has been chosen to receive an additional $10,000 as part of the Healthiest Cities & Counties Challenge Spotlight Award.
Ten winners and five honorable mentions were chosen for the Spotlight for their ability to address the need to improve opportunities for all Americans - regardless of income, education or ethnic background - to take an active role in healthy living.
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Thursday, February 1 |
Creative Loafing: Winnie Won't Stop
St. Pete Mayor Rick Kriseman - whose re-election campaign Foster supported last year - was at her 90th birthday celebration.
"Winnie doesn't let anything stop her from making the world a better place," Kriseman said in an email. "She has been a tireless advocate for social justice, voting rights, our environment, common sense gun laws, and so many other important causes. Every time I think she may be slowing down, she shows up again ready to help. I am honored to have Winnie as a friend and supporter."
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Thursday, February 1 |
Tampa Bay Business Journal: Kriseman gears up for a Cross Bay Ferry comeback
St. Petersburg Mayor
Rick Kriseman
is confident the Cross Bay Ferry will return for round two later this year.
Kriseman wasn't able to arrange a return this season due to lack of financial support, but expects to be able to raise the money necessary ahead of the cold season later this year, when a ferry is available to use from northern states.
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Thursday, February 1 |
Bay News 9: Vitale Bros. offer to restore damaged St. Pete murals for free
St. Petersburg muralists, the Vitale Brothers, have offered to restore five murals for free that have been vandalized in the past few weeks, according to co-owner Johnny Vitale.
St. Petersburg muralists, the Vitale Brothers, have offered to restore five murals for free that have been vandalized in the past few weeks, according to co-owner Johnny Vitale.
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Picture of the Week
Mayor Kriseman gets a little help raising the Dr. Carter G. Woodson African American History Museum flag above City Hall on Thursday, February 1, commemorating the many contributions of Dr. Woodson as well as Black History Month.
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