Pinellas County reports record year for Tourism
by Eduardo Reksiedler Tourism is the main economic driver in the Tampa Bay area. According to Visit St. Pete Clearwater, 2023 surpassed expectations. President and CEO for the organization, Brian…
New mobile app offers networking opportunities
By Layth Mekkaoui Mobile app Peabj is a social platform that connects Tampa students across different disciplines to help them and their projects grow. Building lasting connections is important for…
TPA projects record high numbers for Holidays
With thanksgiving right around the corner, Tampa International Airport has reported an estimate of 80,000 daily passengers to travel through their facilities between now and November 26th. “We’re getting that…
St. Pete Police crackdown on speeding over Gandy Bridge
Police hope to step up their game and prevent drivers from speeding across the St. Pete and South Tampa bridge. “Obviously, street racing and speeding have been a problem across…
Missing World War 2 Pilot is given a proper Military Burial in St. Pete
Gilbert Myers was a World War 2 pilot who died 80 years ago, during a mission over Italy. He was declared missing-in-action, but his remains were never found until just…
Feeding Tampa Bay teams up with USF Zimmerman’s Florida Focus
Feeding Tampa Bay and Florida Focus are working together to help make sure no one goes hungry this holiday season. Students at the University of South Florida’s newsroom program are…
A New Class of Deputies joins the Hillsborough Sheriff’s Department
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) swore in a new class of cadets Tuesday morning at Arise Church in Brandon. The now deputies have been working in an intensive training…
Flying Taxis soon to lift off in the Tampa Bay area
A new flying taxi service for quick travel in urban areas is coming to the Bay area. German aircraft manufacturer Volocopter is leading the project. The “eVTOL” looked like a…
FDA warns consumers about over-the-counter Eyedrops
The FDA is warning consumers to not purchase certain over-the-counter eye drops. There are 27 types of eyedrops to stay avoid. The suppliers include Target’s Up & Up, CVS Health,…
Florida Ag Commissioner asks for $300 million to protect against Overdevelopment
The Florida Agricultural Commissioner has requested $300 million to help protect farms across the state. The funds will help the Rural and Family Lands Protection program in an effort to…