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Scott McLaughlin takes pole at IndyCar qualifying, Johnson finishes top two in NXT

February 28, 2026March 1, 2026 Dominic Feo

Scott McLaughlin during the 2026 Firestone Grand Prix Qualification Round. Photo by Makenna Wozniak | The Crow’s Nest  By Skye Smith and Dominic Feo For the second consecutive season, the

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How the Firestone Grand Prix came to St. Pete 

February 28, 2026February 28, 2026 Julia Birdsall

Seasoned drivers and rookies have made their mark at the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, including local drivers like Nikita Johnson and Florida natives like Kyle Kirkwood, Alessandro de

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St. Pete fired up for Grand Prix  

February 28, 2026February 28, 2026 Julia Birdsall

Sting Ray Robb was among several drivers who appeared at the annual IndyCar Party in the Park. Photo by Irena Mesa | The Crow’s Nest By Julia Birdsall and Alisha

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Mick Schumacher to make his IndyCar debut at St. Pete Grand Prix 

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026 Skye Smith

Mick Schumacher is sometimes referred to as the “World Destructor Champion” by fans due to the numerous crashes that he has been in since beginning his career in Formula 1. 

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Arts and Life

Replaying Planet Retro Records’ Punk Rock Flea Market  

February 25, 2026February 25, 2026 Ashley Pena

Photo courtesy of Ashley Pena By Ashley Pena Valentine’s Day was as much crash as it was cuddles.   The Punk Rock Flea market hosted by independent record store Planet Retro

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Your guide to the on-track action at the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg  

February 24, 2026February 24, 2026 Irena Mesa

Racing on the St. Petersburg street circuit dates back to 1985. Today, it serves as the season opener for the NTT IndyCar season. Photo by Irena Mesa   By Irena Mesa

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Arts and Life

Bad Bunny’s halftime performance empowers USFSP’s Latin American students

February 24, 2026February 24, 2026 Secilia Ruiz

“I grew up mainly in Puerto Rico, so the Super Bowl wasn’t really talked about. Usually, it’s just the halftime show,” said junior psychology major, Andrea Mojica Gonzalez. “You sit

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USF win over Memphis clinches conference tournament appearance

February 24, 2026February 24, 2026 Dominic Feo

Isaiah Jones (left) and Izaiyah Nelson (right) during the University of South Florida’s 87-66 win over the University of Memphis on Feb. 19  Photo by Gabriel Ballester-Rivera | The Crow’s

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American Stage brings Shakespeare to St. Pete 

February 24, 2026February 24, 2026 Julia Ferrara

Attendees can expect to walk the trails of Boyd Hill and interact with various cast members in this humorous and charming production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Photo courtesy of

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Rhea Law retires as USF President, Moez Limayem takes over 

February 23, 2026 Gage Johnson

Photo courtesy of USF By Gage Johnson  After four and a half years as president of the University of South Florida, Rhea Law stepped away from the position on Feb.

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  • SHINE Mural Festival is back
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  • USF St. Petersburg Multicultural Programming Board opens conversation surrounding invisible disabilities 
  • Photos: USF takes last homecoming game win in Raymond James Stadium

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Walk through Halloween Fest at USFSP USF St. Pete Walk through Halloween Fest at USFSP

USF St. Petersburg hosted its fifth annual Halloween Fest community event on Oct. 30. The event was open to all ages as St. Petersburg came together for a spooktacular night.

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The SHINE Mural Festival is returning to St. Peter The SHINE Mural Festival is returning to St. Petersburg for its twelfth year starting Nov. 6 through Nov. 15.

The festival invites local, national and international muralists to turn the walls of businesses into
aesthetic art.

All events require guests to RSVP, which can be done on the festival’s website. 

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✍️ Story and Graphic by Reagan Haskell | The Crow’s Nest
Invisible disabilities are disabilities that a per Invisible disabilities are disabilities that a person has that may not be visible on the outside. This can include attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), arthritis, endometriosis, long covid, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) and many other chronic illnesses and mental health conditions as stated by Hidden Disabilities Sunflower. 

“It’s present, but it’s present in a way that is not apparent to the naked eye,” MPB Executive Director, Fabricio Lozada told The Crow’s Nest. 

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In an interview with The Crow's Nest, van Empel an In an interview with The Crow's Nest, van Empel and coach Allison Jolly spoke about the lead-up to the championship bid and what are a few of their expectations going into the competition this weekend. 

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✍️ Story and Graphic by Isabella Perez | The Crow's Nest
USF men's soccer lost 5-1 to Memphis on Friday, Oc USF men's soccer lost 5-1 to Memphis on Friday, Oct. 23. 

After a scoreless first half, Memphis managed a strong second half performance with five goals. 

Meanwhile, USF's Tyler Richardson helped the Bulls score their lone goal of the game in the 90th minute with an assist from Jakob Auby.

The loss keeps the Bulls last in the American, with a 0-5-2 conference record ahead of their second to last matchup of the season this Wednesday, Oct. 28 vs. FIU

📸 Photos by Arianna Howell | The Crow's Nest
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Who says the newspaper can’t be whimsical? Make Who says the newspaper can’t be whimsical? 

Make sure you pick up our newest issue around campus! And maybe you can decorate your own copy too ⭐️
Come eat Chick-fil-A and cheer for the Rays in the Come eat Chick-fil-A and cheer for the Rays in their first home of the World Series! 

The party will take place Monday, October 26th at 7:30 p.m. at The Edge. 

See you then! ⚾️
With the Nov. 3 Midterm Elections nearing, many ar With the Nov. 3 Midterm Elections nearing, many are gearing for the Senate and gubernatorial races. 

However, according to the Florida Department of State, only 24 percent of registered voters in Florida participate in local and municipal elections.

While federal elections have a great impact on the general population, voting in local elections can have a great effect in issues that are handled at the city-level.

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✍️ Story by Ashley Pena and Brianna Gutierrez
Our contributors Alex Felski, Arianna Howell, and Our contributors Alex Felski, Arianna Howell, and Kate Cannon attended this year's homecoming game, capturing some of the best moments from the 29-2 game win. 

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📸 Photos by Alex Felski, Arianna Howell, and Kate Cannon | The Crow's Nest
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