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Sunday, May 10, 2026

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The holiday shopping hype

After giving thanks, people crowd stores to take advantage of Black Friday sales   The turkey, stuffing and cranberry sauce are still on the dinner table, but lines are already wrapped around retail stores across America. Folks are getting a head start on holiday shopping deals in lieu of after-dinner conversation. Stores used to open

Media versus mob

On Nov. 2, a University of Missouri graduate student, Jonathan Butler announced he would go on a hunger strike until UM System President, Tim Wolfe, resigned from his position. Butler and other protesters called for Wolfe’s resignation claiming that he did not adequately respond to racial incidents on campus. According to the Columbia Missourian, Butler

This is my City: St. Pete Stories

Welcoming diversity through community storytelling. Roaring conversations filled the Sunken Gardens ballroom, but gradually lowered as the house lights dimmed. Catherine Weaver sat up a little straighter in her chair as she focused her attention, and her cellphone camera, on the actors seated onstage. Weaver and fellow St. Petersburg residents Willie Rogers, Myrtle Williams, Marika

October Events

What’s going on this month in the Bay: First Friday Block Party – Friday, Oct. 2 On the first Friday of every month, downtown St. Petersburg hosts an outrageous block party. First Friday showcases great bands, killer drinks and phenomenal food that can’t be beat. 5:30 p.m. to 3 a.m. │downtown St. Petersburg Tampa Bay

Vegetarian and vegan dining made easy

Switching to a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle certainly has it’s perks. A diet filled with fresh fruits, veggies and whole grains leads to an abundance of health benefits. Unfortunately, a plant-based diet makes dining out a potentially difficult experience. We’ve done the work for you and found St. Petersburg’s best vegetarian and vegan friendly restaurants.

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