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Cold Night Shelters Activating Tonight

By St. Pete Standard Report | Dec 19, 2023

Cold night shelters in St. Pete will be open on Tuesday night, Dec. 19, the Homeless Leadership Alliance has announced.

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City of St. Petersburg Approves Joint Federal Legislative Agenda for 2024

By St. Pete Standard Report | Dec 18, 2023

On Thursday, November 30, 2023, the St. Petersburg City Council approved a historic Joint Federal Legislative Agenda for 2024 in partnership with Mayor Kenneth T. Welch.

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City of St. Petersburg Provides Update on Coastal Flooding

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 17, 2023

The City of St. Petersburg in Florida has provided an update on the coastal flooding that occurred on Sunday, December 17. According to reports, low-lying areas such as Shore Acres, Snell Isle, and Riviera Bay experienced approximately 2-3 feet of storm surge overnight and into Sunday morning.To help residents prepare for the storm, the City extended sandbag operations into the weekend, with priority access given to those living in the affected neighborhoods. Over 350 sandbags were distributed between 12-6 p.m.For those who have been impacted by the flooding, the City...

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Which former St. Pete Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 18?

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 16, 2023

These former St. Pete Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 18.

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Week ending Dec. 9: Pinellas County home sales

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 16, 2023

There were two reported residential sales in Pinellas County in the week ending Dec. 9, according to BlockShopper.com.

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St. Pete Standard area weekly mass times

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 16, 2023

The following parishes in the St. Pete Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Extended Hours for Sandbag Operations in St. Petersburg as Potential Storm Surge Threatens

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 16, 2023

The City of St. Petersburg is taking proactive measures to ensure the safety of its residents as potential storm surge impacts loom. In response to the threat, the city has extended its sandbag distribution operations into the weekend, with extended hours on Saturday, December 16th.Residents of St. Petersburg can now avail themselves of sandbags from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. today. The sandbags, already pre-filled and readily accessible, can be obtained at the City's Pavement and Traffic Operations Building located at 1744 9th Ave N. To assist residents, city staff will be on...

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South St. Petersburg CRA Microfund Program Applications Now Open

By St. Pete Standard Report | Dec 15, 2023

The application period opens Thursday, December 14, for the City of St. Petersburg's South St. Petersburg CRA Microfund Program.

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Fewer Alaska Native students enrolled in Pinellas County schools in 2022-23 school year

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 15, 2023

In Pinellas County schools, 0.1% of students enrolled identified as Alaska Native in the 2022-23 school year.

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More multiracial students enrolled in Pinellas County schools in 2022-23 school year

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 14, 2023

There were 5,163 multiracial students enrolled in Pinellas County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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South St. Petersburg CRA Microfund Program Opens Applications for Funding

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 14, 2023

The City of St. Petersburg has announced that the application period for the South St. Petersburg CRA Microfund Program is now open. This program aims to provide funding and support to businesses located in the South St. Petersburg Community Redevelopment Area (CRA). Through personalized capacity building and education, mentoring, and networking opportunities, the program enables businesses to make targeted improvements without the need for upfront capital.This is the second application period for the Microfund Program, following a successful round earlier this year. Over...

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How many Asian students were enrolled in Pinellas County schools in 2022-23 school year?

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 13, 2023

In Pinellas County schools, 4% of students enrolled identified as Asian in the 2022-23 school year.

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City of St. Petersburg Introduces New Resources for Renters

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 13, 2023

St. Petersburg, FL - The City of St. Petersburg has announced the launch of a new resource aimed at assisting renters in the area. Known as St. Petersburg's Guide for Renters, this comprehensive tool provides valuable information and resources to help residents navigate the rental process and ensure they have safe and secure housing.The Guide for Renters is a key component of Mayor Kenneth T. Welch's Housing Opportunities for All Plan, which aims to protect tenants and promote housing affordability for middle- and working-class residents in St. Pete. By addressing housing...

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How many Hispanic students were enrolled in Pinellas County schools in 2022-23 school year?

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 12, 2023

There were 18,560 Hispanic students enrolled in Pinellas County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Pinellas County home prices rose in November 2023 compared to November 2022

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 12, 2023

In November 2023, the median sale price of a home in Pinellas County rose by $142,500 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 143.1%.

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City's Tree Mini-Grant Program Is Now Open and Accepting Applications

By St. Pete Standard Report | Dec 12, 2023

The City of St. Petersburg's well-known Tree Mini-Grant program is back, and currently accepting applications.

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City of St. Petersburg Approves Joint Federal Legislative Agenda for 2024

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 12, 2023

On Thursday, November 30, 2023, the St. Petersburg City Council and Mayor Kenneth T. Welch announced the approval of a historic Joint Federal Legislative Agenda for 2024. This marks the first time that the City Council and the Mayor have formally agreed on unified priorities to advocate for on behalf of the city.St. Petersburg Mayor Kenneth T. Welch expressed his enthusiasm for this collaborative effort, stating, "This historic Joint Federal Legislative Agenda is a statement of our values to our partners in Congress and the White House. It's also a message to the...

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Pinellas County Education: 47,990 white students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 11, 2023

In Pinellas County schools, 51.2% of students enrolled identified as white in the 2022-23 school year.

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The Mayor's Inaugural Neighborhood Awards and Summit

By St. Pete Standard Report | Dec 11, 2023

The Mayor's Neighborhood Awards and Summit is a celebration of community excellence and civic pride. Join us on January 27th, 2024, as we come together to recognize the heartbeat of our city, the incredible neighborhoods and individuals that make our community vibrant and strong.

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Pinellas County Education: 17,864 Black students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 10, 2023

There were 17,864 Black students enrolled in Pinellas County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.