‘Wicked’ star Cynthia Erivo will sing with the Florida Orchestra in St. Pete, Clearwater
tampabay.com/life-culture/entertainment/2025/02/12/cynthia-erivo-wicked-movie-st-petersburg-florida-orchestra/


MarineMax moves headquarters from Clearwater to Oldsmar without fanfare: The nation’s largest recreational boat and yacht dealer now operates out of the Nielsen ...
tampabay.com/news/business/2025/02/15/marinemax-clearwater-oldsmar-nielsen-media-research-campus-pinellas/

Clearwater council member wants to ban fluoride in city drinking water: The proposition comes amid a wave of similar statewide declarations.
tampabay.com/news/clearwater/2025/02/03/clearwater-council-member-wants-ban-fluoride-city-drinking-water/

Citing hurricane damages, Clearwater Marine Aquarium to furlough staff : Facility leadership, including CEO Joe Handy, are taking salary reductions.
tampabay.com/news/clearwater/2025/01/21/citing-hurricane-damages-clearwater-marine-aquarium-furlough-staff/

Greek Zoo's Move to Send Its Dolphins to Florida Sparks Outcry - GreekReporter.com
greekreporter.com/2025/01/23/greek-zoo-controversial-move-send-dolphins-florida/

Top things to do this week in Tampa Bay: Taco Fest, Gasparilla: There’s also Pickleball at the Pier for the next few months, and shows by Melissa Etheridge and D ...
tampabay.com/life-culture/2025/01/21/things-to-do-tampa-st-petersburg-clearwater/

Out-of-order Tropicana Field displaces St. Petersburg events beyond Rays: Local events that drive tourism to Pinellas are looking for alternative locations.
tampabay.com/news/pinellas/2025/01/17/out-of-order-tropicana-field-displaces-st-petersburg-events-beyond-rays/

Portion of Carole Baskin’s Big Cat Rescue property sold to Clearwater-based developer
tampabay.com/news/hillsborough/2025/01/15/carole-baskintiger-kingbig-cat-rescue/

Steve Martin and Martin Short postpone Clearwater show due to California fires: The pair’s performance in Hollywood, Florida, has also been pushed back.
tampabay.com/life-culture/2025/01/09/steve-martin-short-clearwater-florida-palisades-fire-california/


Clearwater man pleads guilty to vandalizing Florida pride mural, apologizes in court
tampabay.com/news/crime/2025/01/08/dylan-brewer-clearwater-delray-beach-pride-mural-vandalism/

Top things to do this week in Tampa Bay: Pink Martini, Steve Martin and Martin Short
tampabay.com/life-culture/2025/01/06/top-things-do-this-week-tampa-bay-pink-martini-steve-martin-martin-short/

Pinellas tourism booster taps a key market amid recovery efforts: Canadians: Tampa Bay’s top international market has become a fruitful place to boast the ...
tampabay.com/news/business/2025/01/02/pinellas-tourism-booster-taps-key-market-amid-recovery-efforts-canadians/

Clearwater man struck police officer with bat during Capitol riot, prosecutors say
tampabay.com/news/crime/2024/12/20/clearwater-man-struck-police-officer-with-bat-during-capitol-riot-prosecutors-say/

Cause Of Death Revealed For Pennsylvania Grandmother Who Fell Down Sinkhole: Report
huffpost.com/entry/pennsylvania-sinkhole-elizabeth-pollard-cause-of-death_n_6759b285e4b04fd5c366d642

Quick Glance: Death of Pennsylvania Grandmother Linked to Sinkhole Incident
- A coroner confirmed that 64-year-old Elizabeth Pollard died from head and torso injuries after falling into a sinkhole.
- Pollard was last seen searching for her cat on December 2 and was reported missing the following day.
- Her body was found roughly 12 feet from where she fell, following an extensive search effort.
- Her son remembered her as a wonderful person with a deep connection to cats.
Viceroy luxury condos coming to Clearwater Beach: Sales will launch next month and construction is expected to begin late 2025.
tampabay.com/news/real-estate/2024/12/13/viceroy-luxury-condos-coming-clearwater-beach/

Pinellas panel agrees to keep ‘The Artivist’ in elementary schools: Four parents objected to the book, saying it was too political for young children.
tampabay.com/news/education/2024/12/10/pinellas-panel-agrees-keep-artivist-elementary-schools/

Oklahoma State softball schedule revealed: OU, Texas, highlight non-conference slate
oklahoman.com/story/sports/college/cowboys/2024/12/10/oklahoma-state-softball-2025-schedule-texas-bedlam-ou-osu-cowgirls-kenny-gajewski/76899322007/

Live state semifinal high school football scoreboard: Who will advance to next week's games at FIU?
sun-sentinel.com/2024/12/06/live-state-semifinal-high-school-football-scoreboard/

Rays plan to play 2025 season at Tampa’s Steinbrenner Field: In need of an interim home following hurricane damage to Tropicana Field, the team has a deal in ...
tampabay.com/sports/2024/11/14/interim-stadium-steinbrenner-field-yankees-tarpons-pinellas-st-petersburg/

Quick Glance: Rays to Play 2025 at Yankees' Training Stadium
- The Tampa Bay Rays will host their 2025 home games at Steinbrenner Field in Tampa due to uncertainty regarding the hurricane-damaged Tropicana Field.
- Rays owner Stuart Sternberg described Steinbrenner Field as the best fit for the team and its fanbase.
- Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred praised the deal as beneficial for the sport and the Tampa Bay area.
- The Yankees will earn approximately $15 million for hosting the games while the Rays prepare for challenges posed by the summer heat.
Clearwater man arrested on murder charge in fatal shooting of co-worker: The two men were last seen together after work. Police discovered a body on Nov. 17.
tampabay.com/news/crime/2024/11/29/clearwater-man-arrested-murder-charge-fatal-shooting-coworker/


In storm-torn Florida, finding holiday gratitude in a possum | Column: Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s rescue possum puts the season of recovery in perspective.
tampabay.com/opinion/2024/11/22/possum-clearwater-marine-aquarium-helene-milton-damage/

Clearwater woman, 77, found not guilty in fatal hit-and-run crash: Grace Hunter was acquitted of a felony count of leaving the scene of a crash after colliding ...
tampabay.com/news/crime/2024/11/15/clearwater-woman-77-found-not-guilty-fatal-hit-and-run-crash/

Sea turtle nests increased along a Florida beach but hurricanes washed many away: Sea turtle nests in Florida washed by hurricanes
abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/sea-turtle-nests-increased-florida-beach-hurricanes-washed-115649422

Sea turtle nests increased along a Florida beach but hurricanes washed many away: Good news for sea turtles along one Florida Gulf Coast beach — there were more ...
apnews.com/article/turtle-nests-florida-hurricanes-22f8ba6519b250beb254a72e2e1b0a0f

Dozens arrested in unlicensed contracting sting on Clearwater Beach, officials say
tampabay.com/hurricane/2024/11/07/clearwater-beach-unlicensed-contracting-scams-helene-milton-damage/

Top things to do in Tampa Bay this week: Free orchestra shows, Daryl Hall: Comedians Gabriel Iglesias and Brad Williams also will be making a stop in the area ...
tampabay.com/life-culture/2024/11/04/things-to-do-tampa-st-petersburg-clearwater/

Florida works to bring back tourism following hurricanes Helene and Milton: St. Petersburg-Clearwater area said that 80% of hotels and businesses in the area are ...
tampabay.com/news/business/2024/10/29/florida-works-bring-back-tourism-following-hurricanes-helene-milton/

This Clearwater apartment wasn’t told to evacuate. It saw 6 feet of floodwater.: Hurricane Milton caused perhaps the “most significant water rescue” in Pinellas ...
tampabay.com/hurricane/2024/10/10/hurricane-milton-clearwater-florida-flooding-rescues/

Florida reckons with trail of destruction left in hurricane’s wake: At least 10 people were dead and rescuers were still saving people from swollen rivers ...
smh.com.au/world/north-america/florida-reckons-with-trail-of-destruction-left-in-hurricane-s-wake-20241012-p5khrl.html

Quick Glance: Hurricane Milton: 17 Dead and Ongoing Challenges
- Hurricane Milton has claimed at least 17 lives in Florida, with the majority of fatalities occurring in St. Lucie and Volusia counties.
- Over 77% of gas stations in Tampa are without fuel, leading to tensions at the stations.
- President Biden is set to visit Florida on Sunday as recovery efforts continue after the storm.
- The Florida National Guard has rescued 330 people and 39 animals, and dry weather is expected for the upcoming week.
Capogna’s Dugout in Clearwater is closing. We say a teary goodbye.: For generations of Pinellas kids, the sports bar was a Friday night refuge.
tampabay.com/life-culture/food/2024/10/16/capogna-dugout-clearwater-restaurant-closed/

County tourism officials to snowbirds: Pinellas sun is ‘still shining’: The county is attempting to counter images of destruction and debris with positive ...
tampabay.com/hurricane/2024/10/17/pinellas-county-tourism-snowbirds-hurricane-milton-helene/

They thought they were safe — until their Florida complex flooded: Residents of an apartment complex in Clearwater, Florida, were told to leave by the management ...
nbcnews.com/weather/hurricanes/thought-safe-florida-complex-flooded-rcna175039

Crews worked overnight to rescue residents in Clearwater, Florida, from high floodwaters caused by Hurricane Milton.
Hurricane Milton roared on shore as a ... Show more
Hurricane Milton live updates: Milton spares Florida 'worst-case scenario' - ABC News
Hurricane Milton live updates: Milton spares Florida 'worst-case scenario' - ABC News

Quick Glance: Rays Begin Damage Assessment of Tropicana Field
- The Rays started assessing damage to Tropicana Field following Hurricane Milton, with significant roof damage noted.
- No other obvious structural damage was observed, but water damage is a concern due to the lack of a drainage system.
- Options for the 2025 season are being explored, including a temporary home if the stadium cannot be made playable.
- A new stadium is planned to be completed by the 2028 season, while MLB offers support to those affected by the hurricanes.
Top things to do in Tampa Bay this week, Oct. 14-22: This weekend brings some big concerts and Halloween parties.
tampabay.com/life-culture/2024/10/15/top-things-to-do-events-milton/

Hurricane Milton: Man Clinging to Cooler Rescued 30 Miles off Florida Coast: "This man survived in a nightmare scenario for even the most experienced mariner ...
newsweek.com/man-clinging-cooler-rescued-30-miles-off-florida-coast-1967436

Quick Glance: Coast Guard Rescues Man from Hurricane Waters
- A man survived a night clinging to a cooler during Hurricane Milton and was rescued 30 miles off Longboat Key.
- The Coast Guard relied on a physical description and an emergency locator beacon to locate him.
- After 17 hours in severe conditions, the man was finally discovered and transported to a hospital.
- Rescue teams emphasized the importance of survival gear, including a life jacket, emergency beacon, and a sturdy cooler.
In Pinellas County, fall tourism is replaced by recovery efforts: The one-two punch of devastating hurricanes will stall visitation for weeks or months. Instead ...
tampabay.com/news/business/2024/10/09/pinellas-county-fall-tourism-is-replaced-by-recovery-efforts/

Exclusive | Tom Cruise can rest easy after Florida penthouse survives Hurricane Milton unscathed
nypost.com/2024/10/10/real-estate/tom-cruises-penthouse-survived-hurricane-milton-unscathed/

Quick Glance: Helene Causes Devastating Flooding in Southeast
- Hurricane Helene has led to devastating flooding and power outages across several southeastern states.
- The death toll is estimated at least 22, as rescue teams continue to search for survivors.
- The National Weather Service warns of ongoing hazards from floodwaters and downed power lines as cleanup efforts commence.
- Regions are experiencing historic rainfall amounts, resulting in catastrophic flooding and landslides.
Why Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark will be in Clearwater for next month's LPGA event
indystar.com/story/sports/basketball/wnba/fever/2024/10/16/caitlin-clark-florida-annika-sorenstam-lpga-event-indiana-fever-travis-kelce/75702547007/

LIVE: View of Clearwater as Hurricane Milton churns toward Florida's west coast
The view of Clearwater as Hurricane Milton closed in on Florida's west coast ... Show more
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reuters.com


Hurricane debris sparks large fire at Clearwater scrap metal recycling business: Officials say the fire on Gentry Drive “will be burning for a long time.”
tampabay.com/hurricane/2024/10/11/clearwater-fire-gentry-drive-today-hurricane-debris-scrap-metal/


Floridians have long flocked to North Carolina. What now? | Column: The two storm-wrecked places share the pull of a lifestyle dream.
tampabay.com/opinion/2024/10/01/north-carolina-florida-asheville-halfbacks-cabin-hurricane-helene/

WATCH LIVE: Hurricane Milton webcams capture scene across Florida: Live online webcams show the scene across Florida as Hurricane Milton approaches ...
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'Paradise is still paradise': Floridians vow to rebuild after two hurricanes: Residents are feeling down but not defeated, despite the threats of more and ...
rnz.co.nz/news/world/530604/paradise-is-still-paradise-floridians-vow-to-rebuild-after-two-hurricanes

Hurricane Milton: Millions under evacuation orders as storm closes in on Florida: "Time is going to start running out very, very soon," Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
abcnews.go.com/US/florida-officials-give-evacuation-orders-hurricane-milton-strengthens/story

Hurricane Milton Threatens Tampa Bay With First Direct Hit in 100 Years: A potential direct hit is looming for a thriving metropolitan area that has long avoided ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-10-08/hurricane-milton-threatens-tampa-bay-with-first-direct-hit-in-100-years

MILTON LATEST: A flash flood warning is in effect for Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater until 11:30 p.m. ET, according to the National Weather Service ... Show more
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis provides update on response to Hurricane Milton as roughly 3.4 million people are without power.
"We pre-staged 50 ... Show more
Hurricane Milton live updates: Milton spares Florida 'worst-case scenario' - ABC News
Hurricane Milton live updates: Milton spares Florida 'worst-case scenario' - ABC News

Hurricane Helene insurance issues? State is hosting ‘insurance village’ in Pinellas
tampabay.com/news/florida-politics/2024/10/02/florida-hurricane-helene-insurance-checks-pinellas-questions/


Powerful Hurricane Milton destroys homes, shreds stadium roofs apart: Many Florida residents were returning to their homes Thursday after Hurricane Milton ...
apnews.com/article/hurricane-milton-climate-photos-f518b0d58817dcca0bf202dc54706d6f

Hurricane Helene ravages the Southeast, killing at least 22 and leaving millions without power
nbcnews.com/news/weather/hurricane-helene-ravages-southeast-killing-least-22-leaving-millions-p-rcna173015

The mayor of Clearwater, Florida, Bruce Rector, joins Linsey Davis as Hurricane Milton makes landfall to the south in Siesta Key: "We are hopeful that the ... Show more
Hurricane Milton live updates: 16 killed, over 2 million without power in Florida - ABC News
Hurricane Milton live updates: 16 killed, over 2 million without power in Florida - ABC News

Bridge Closure Warning Issued for Tampa as Hurricane Milton Nears: Officials are warning people to plan any possible evacuation routes carefully amid the ...
newsweek.com/bridge-closure-warning-hurricane-milton-tampa-1966238

LIVE: Tropical Storm Helene takes aim at Clearwater, Florida
A view of Clearwater, Florida, as the state braces for the arrival of Hurricane Helene on ... Show more
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reuters.com


Hurricane Milton prompts Florida airport closures, evacuation flights: Four international airports are closing ahead of Hurricane Milton's expected landfall ...
businessinsider.com/hurricane-milton-airports-close-evacuation-flights-american-airlines-florida-2024-10

John Daly says home suffered 'total loss and devastation' from Hurricane Helene: In social media posts, two-time major winner John Daly shared that his home in ...
golf.com/news/john-daly-home-total-loss-hurricane-helene/

Tampa and St. Pete-Clearwater airports announce closures due to Hurricane Helene: Is your flight canceled? Here’s what to know.
tampabay.com/hurricane/2024/09/25/hurricane-helene-flight-cancellations-tampa-international-st-pete-clearwater/


Quick Glance: Hurricane Helene: Catastrophic Damage Hits Florida and Georgia
- Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida as a Category 4 storm, quickly weakening to Category 1 while still causing catastrophic winds and rain in affected areas.
- The National Weather Service warned of an unprecedented storm surge of 15 to 20 feet in the Big Bend region, with flooding also impacting Georgia and the southern Appalachians.
- Nearly 1.3 million customers in Florida and over 367,000 in Georgia lost power early Friday, with hurricane warnings in effect across multiple states.
- Climate change is linked to record ocean temperatures in the Gulf of Mexico, increasing the likelihood of rapid storm intensification.
Access to all Pinellas barrier islands remains closed Friday morning: An alert from the city early Friday said that roads, businesses and homes had been ...
tampabay.com/hurricane/2024/09/27/hurricane-helene-clearwater-beach-open-access-return/


Tampa and St. Pete-Clearwater airports reopen after Helene: Even as the airports reopened, flight cancellations mounted.
tampabay.com/news/breaking-news/2024/09/27/tampa-st-pete-clearwater-airports-reopen-after-helene/


As Tampa Bay emerged from Helene’s devastation, some damage proved impassable: Airports opened rapidly, but other services — segments of major bridges ...
tampabay.com/hurricane/2024/09/27/tampa-bay-emerged-helenes-devastation-some-damage-proved-impassable/

Man, dog saved as boat sinks off Florida during Hurricane Helene. See dramatic rescue
sacbee.com/news/nation-world/national/article293124459.html

Clearwater apartment tower to revert to affordable housing: Four years after the affordable housing tower converted to market rate, a development group plans to ...
tampabay.com/news/clearwater/2024/09/10/clearwater-apartment-tower-revert-affordable-housing/

Top things to do in Tampa Bay this week: Creed, Clearwater Art Walk: Sing-along “Bohemian Rhapsody” brings the music of Queen to Tampa Theatre ...
tampabay.com/life-culture/2024/09/16/top-things-do-tampa-bay-this-week-creed-clearwater-art-walk/

The new bat dog for the Clearwater Threshers made a 💩 debut during her first game.


The Single-A Clearwater Threshers brought in a new bat dog after their previous one retired after six years.
It ... didn't go well 😅
🎥 @MLBLarry https://twitter.com/mlblarry/status/1827132033954672652/video/1

Widower whose wife was killed in Clearwater plane crash files wrongful death suit
tampabay.com/news/pinellas/2024/08/27/widower-whose-wife-was-killed-clearwater-plane-crash-files-wrongful-death-suit/

Every dog has its day. This one just happened to go viral. 🐶
The Clearwater Threshers — the Phillies’ Single-A minor league affiliate — welcomed their new bat ... Show more

Minor League Team Anoints New Bat Dog Lily, Who Promptly Pooped on the Infield Grass
si.com/mlb/minor-league-team-bat-dog-lily-pooped-infield-grass

Clearwater man accused of trust fund theft to sell properties to makeup funds : Under new injunction Leo Govoni will sell homes and warehouses in Florida and ...
tampabay.com/news/health/2024/08/22/clearwater-man-accused-trust-fund-theft-sell-properties-makeup-funds/

Best Internet Providers in Clearwater, Florida: Clearwater's got a wide range of Internet service providers offering high speeds and wide connectivity ...
cnet.com/home/internet/best-internet-providers-in-clearwater-fl/

Construction worker met dog while building at shelter. Then came heartwarming adoption
charlotteobserver.com/news/nation-world/national/article291016005.html

Clearwater hikes stormwater rates 8% to address flooding, infrastructure: The increase will pay for $232 million of upgrades over the next decade.
tampabay.com/news/clearwater/2024/08/16/clearwater-hikes-stormwater-rates-8-address-flooding-infrastructure/

Clearwater firm KnowBe4 accidentally hires North Korean hacker: The remote worker stole an American identity and shipped his company device to a laptop farm in ...
tampabay.com/news/business/2024/08/19/clearwater-firm-knowbe4-accidentally-hires-north-korean-hacker/

6 places to see manatees in Tampa Bay, including a new Clearwater spot: A new manatee center at Clearwater Marine Aquarium joins other places in the area to get ...
tampabay.com/life-culture/entertainment/things-to-do/2024/08/21/tampa-clearwater-where-to-see-manatees/

Clearwater police fire officer who was arrested on pension fraud, theft charges: Scott Penna was accused of exaggerating the effects of an injury to collect ...
tampabay.com/news/crime/2024/08/16/clearwater-police-officer-fired-pension-fraud-grand-theft-scott-penna/

This Safety Harbor woman disliked video games. Now, she owns a gaming arena.: XP League Clearwater offers 20 gaming computers and organized teams for kids.
tampabay.com/life-culture/kids-family/2024/08/15/clearwater-xp-league-esports-gaming-arena/

Heavy morning rain causes minor flooding in Clearwater: Some areas of Clearwater experienced minor street flooding caused by heavy rains Thursday morning.
tampabay.com/news/weather/2024/08/22/heavy-morning-rain-causes-minor-flooding-clearwater/


Former Clearwater police officer acquitted of rape was investigated in 3 other sex cases
tampabay.com/news/clearwater/2024/08/14/former-clearwater-police-officer-acquitted-rape-was-investigated-3-other-sex-cases/

Hurricane left two large ‘sea cows’ trapped in Florida golf course pond. See rescue
charlotteobserver.com/news/nation-world/national/article291122885.html

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