City of St. Petersburg
Recent News About City of St. Petersburg
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Public art exhibition returns to St. Pete with large-scale displays
Embracing Our Differences, an international public art exhibition, is set to return to St. Petersburg's Poynter Park from March 1 through March 31, 2025.
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Nominations open for St. Petersburg's Senior Hall of Fame
The City of St. Petersburg Parks & Recreation Department’s Office on Aging is inviting nominations for the 41st Annual Senior Hall of Fame.
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St. Petersburg seeks volunteers for city boards and committees
The City of St. Petersburg is inviting residents to participate in local governance by joining one of several boards and committees that currently have vacancies.
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St. Petersburg prepares for Firestone Grand Prix with flag-raising ceremony
Mayor Kenneth T. Welch, alongside the City of St. Petersburg, is organizing a flag-raising ceremony to commence the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg.
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St. Petersburg prepares for Firestone Grand Prix weekend with events and transportation plans
The Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg is set to take place from February 28 to March 2, 2025.
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FEMA supports St. Petersburg storm drainage project with grant
The City of St. Petersburg has disclosed that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) plans to fund its Storm Drainage Improvement Project via the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP).
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St. Pete activates cold night shelters with free transit access
Cold night shelters will be available tonight, Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, at various locations in St. Pete.
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Localtopia returns to Williams Park with free entry this Saturday
Localtopia, St. Petersburg's annual celebration of local businesses and community organizations, is set to take place this weekend at Williams Park.
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St. Petersburg seeks FEMA funds for flood mitigation
The City of St. Petersburg has announced its intention to seek funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Florida Division of Emergency Management.
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Bayshore Dr. closure announced for Rays FanFest in St. Petersburg
Residents of St. Petersburg should prepare for road closures and traffic delays due to the Rays FanFest event scheduled for Saturday, February 15, at the Pier.
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St. Petersburg announces holiday closures and service adjustments
Certain facilities and services in the City of St. Petersburg will not operate on Monday, February 17, 2025, due to Presidents' Day.
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Wastewater discharge reported on February 13 at 4600 block of 4th St. N
On February 13, 2025, a wastewater discharge occurred at the 4600 block of 4th St. N. The incident involved approximately 150 gallons of wastewater released due to excess grease in the main line, which led to a manhole overflow.
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St. Petersburg opens grant applications for former foster youth transitioning to adulthood
February 10, 2025 - The City of St. Petersburg, in collaboration with Ready For Life, Inc., has announced that the Youth Opportunity Grants Program for Former Foster Youth is now open for applications.
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St. Petersburg mayor outlines city's progress and future plans
Today, Mayor Kenneth T. Welch delivered the 2025 State of the City address at the Palladium Theater in St. Petersburg.
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St. Petersburg announces February events including Grand Prix and charity programs
St. Petersburg is offering a range of activities and initiatives this February to engage residents and support the community.
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Mayor Welch to deliver St. Petersburg's State of the City address
St. Petersburg Mayor Kenneth T. Welch has announced that the annual "State of the City" address will be held on February 4 at 10 a.m. The event, which will take place at the Palladium, will be streamed live on the City's Facebook page,...
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George Smith named chief equity officer following Carl Lavender's departure
St. Petersburg Mayor Kenneth T. Welch has appointed George Smith as the new Chief Equity Officer, succeeding Interim Chief Equity Officer Carl R. Lavender, Jr., who is set to depart in March 2025.
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St. Petersburg launches community workshops to shape future of historic corridor
The City of St. Petersburg has announced the launch of "Voices from the Corridor," a series of community workshops under the Imagine the Deuces initiative.
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St. Petersburg to raise Dr. Carter G. Woodson flag for Black History Month
St. Petersburg will mark the start of Black History Month with a flag-raising ceremony on January 31 at 9 a.m. The event, taking place outside City Hall at 175 5th St. N, will feature remarks from Mayor Kenneth T. Welch, City Council Chair Copley...
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Intersection closure continues in St. Petersburg due to water leak
The City of St. Petersburg has announced a continued traffic disruption at the intersection of 5th Ave.