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Bay Area Legal Services is offerin a free life planning clinic. Secure your future and protect your loved ones at the upcoming Free Life Planning Clinic on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Enoch D. Davis Center. Sponsored by Bay Area Legal Services, this community event pairs you with pro bono attorneys for free, one-on-one assistance with essential legal documents. Whether you need a Power of Attorney, healthcare proxy forms, or guardian designations fo

The City of South Pasadena is looking to hire an Accounting Specialist. The City of South Pasadena, FL, is hiring a full-time Accounting Specialist to manage vital financial operations, including payroll, cash receipts, and accounts payable. Working 35 hours per week under the Finance Director, you will maintain meticulous financial records while enjoying an exceptional benefits package that includes a pension, free employee health insurance, and generous leave. The position

United Way Suncoast is looking to hire a manager for community development. United Way Suncoast is hiring a Manager, Community Development in Tampa, FL, to lead financial security and impact efforts in Sulphur Springs. If you have over four years of experience and a passion for community growth, this is your chance to manage strategic initiatives, build vital partnerships, and connect residents with life-changing resources. Enjoy a collaborative team culture alongside competi

Scholarship recipients of 2025’s College Fund of Pinellas County at the annual Christmas Party. Image Courtesy of Board Member Heaven Taylor-Wynn. The College Fund of Pinellas County celebrates 60 years of service as a student financial support pillar to the Pinellas County community. The non-profit has awarded nearly 1,000 scholars over $1.7 million in grant dollars toward their collegiate education throughout its 60-year run, and its upcoming deadline to apply for the 2026

Tampa-native Gabriel Santos, founder of Engrained Lifestyle Apparel, has secured his first storefront in one of the city’s most popular locations after just two years of operation. Photo: Gabriel Santos. What started as a side hustle at local markets has led to a prime brick-and-mortar location, as Engrained Lifestyle Apparel is now bringing its high-quality, Tampa-inspired streetwear to Sparkman Wharf. ​Sparkman Wharf is a premier waterfront destination within Water Street

From left: Andrea Falvey, economic development manager; Mayor Ken Welch; Tracey Smith, manager of the St. Petersburg Greenhouse; City Council Chair Lisset Hanewicz; and City Development Administrator James Corbett at the 2026 State of the Economy. Smith received the Economic Impact Award. All images: City of St. Petersburg. Typical data points - like a record $1.4 billion in construction value and an 18% spike in median household income - highlight St. Petersburg’s recent su

This episode is my 5 key takeaways from the What’s Really Stressing Tampa Bay discussion with Zaneta Ellison-McGraw and Dr. Emmanuela Pierre-Charles. Mental Health Stress in Tampa Bay is Being Driven by Real Life Pressures People Often Ignore Warning Signs Until Their Overwhelmed Isolation and Loneliness Are Major Mental Health Concerns Social Media Can Negatively Affect Self-Worth and Emotional Health It’s Okay to Ask for Help and Normalize Health Conversations Click here to

Brian Flores, now the defensive coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings, sued the NFL over discriminatory personnel practices after he was fired from the Miami Dolphins in 2022. Photo: NFL.com. Thanks to a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling, the NFL can no longer shield its controversial Rooney Rule - created to increase diversity in key positions - from public scrutiny. ​The groundbreaking saga began in January 2022 after Brian Flores was fired as head coach of the Miami Dolphi

Family Fun Day BBQ August 2019 by sanderlincenter The James B. Sanderlin Neighborhood Family Center is seeking a mission-driven Staff Accountant to champion its community-focused mission. In this role, you will drive financial health by managing payroll, reconciliations, and the general ledger. If you hold a BA in Accounting and QuickBooks expertise, step into a rewarding career that directly empowers local families. Email your resume and cover letter to social@sanderlinfamil

The Greenhouse in downtown St. Petersburg, FL, will host an exclusive workshop designed to help local nonprofits secure vital capital and fast-track their funding. Local nonprofits can now fast-track funding with the complimentary SEED Raise Funds Fast Cohort Program on June 5 at the St. Pete Greenhouse. This exclusive half-day workshop equips ten organizations with a proprietary strategy and a 90-day action plan to master donor engagement. Learn to build a powerful case for

BayCare St. Josephs Hospital BayCare Medical Group is hosting an exclusive hiring event in Tampa on Thursday, June 11, 2026, with sessions starting at 7:30 AM and 1:00 PM. Meet face-to-face with hiring managers and recruiters who are eager to fill open Medical Assistant and LPN roles. Bring your resume and take the next step toward a rewarding healthcare career with a top-tier medical team. Click here to register for the event.

Students at Pepin Academies and dozens of other Tampa Bay schools are using a kid-friendly artificial intelligence platform that uses dogs as mascots for personalized assistance. All photos: Scholar Education. While classrooms across the nation are slamming the door on artificial intelligence, dozens of Tampa Bay schools are rolling out the red carpet for a specialized breed of the cutting-edge tech. ​A new end-of-school-year report highlights how AI is beginning to reshape

Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled a long-discussed property tax reform plan on May 27. Florida lawmakers have approved the proposal, much to the dismay of many city officials. Image: Screengrab. ​Florida lawmakers, in a whirlwind 24-hour special session, approved the governor’s sweeping proposal to overhaul the state’s property tax system on Tuesday. ​Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled his phased approach to eliminating property taxes for 92% of Floridians on May 27. Less than a week later

Men in the Making, a youth-focused nonprofit, during a tour of historic Lincoln Cemetery. Commissioner Renee Flowers believes state-funded upgrades will help attract additional visitors. Photo: Renee Flowers. During segregation, St. Petersburg relocated the remains of Black pioneers to neighboring Gulfport. Lincoln Cemetery has since deteriorated due to decades of deferred maintenance and severe storms. ​However, the century-old cemetery will soon see some much-needed upgrad

Beginning as a civic organization in 1982, the Improvement League of Plant City, CDC was founded by the late Jerry Bailey to address the needs of the Lincoln and Madison Park communities. Screengrab: Plant City Observer. The Improvement League of Plant City, CDC will host its 2nd Annual Summer Solstice Soiree on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at the Norman McLeod American Legion Post 26 in Plant City. The annual fundraiser will take on a Derby-inspired theme t

Entrepreneurs attending a Q&A workshop and receiving constructive criticism and feedback on their marketing ideas. Photo courtesy of the Minority Business Expo. The countdown has begun for the 2026 Minority Business Expo this weekend at the SpringHill Suites, 511 W Lime St, Lakeland, FL 33815. This year marks the third annual Minority Business Expo — powered by The Well Center for Business & Culture, a hub committed to the empowerment of entrepreneurs who are underserved and

From left: Sarah Joubert, Anddrikk Frazier, Amber Brinkley, and Will Conroy of Foundation Vision Partners fielded questions regarding their plan for the Historic Gas Plant District from St. Petersburg stakeholders on Thursday. Photos by Mark Parker. After decades of unfulfilled promises and three failed all-or-nothing deals, a development team continues highlighting the benefits of a community-led blueprint to reimagine the culturally significant Historic Gas Plant District.

Democratic Republic of Congo: A health worker monitors the health of a patient at the hospital. Image courtesy of The World Bank / Vincent Tremeau. In May 2026, a new Ebola outbreak was declared in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and neighboring Uganda. On May 17, the World Health Organization (WHO), Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus declared that the outbreak constituted a “public health emergency of international concern.” Soon after, Jean Kaseya, Director-Ge

Pictured: (l-r) Bishop Dr. Clarice H. Pennington, Thomas “Jet” Jackson, and Lois Grayson. All images courtesy of the Woodson Museum. In a city rich with history, yet too often absent from the written record, the Woodson African American Museum of Florida ensures that the stories of those who lived it are not lost to time, but lifted, preserved, and passed on. Launched in August 2025, “At the Feet of the Elders” was not only an oral history series; it was a sacred gathering o

From left: Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, Carlton Mallard, and City Councilmember Naya Young. Mallard was nearly forced to abandon his childhood home, which had fallen into a state of disrepair. Photos: City of Tampa. The walls of Carlton Mallard’s home in East Tampa have held his family’s history for over 70 years. However, the creeping decay of time had finally caught up to the only sanctuary he’s ever known. ​Mallard, who couldn’t afford extensive repairs, went without air cond

St. Petersburg City Councilmember Deborah Figgs-Sanders is now the interim board chair of Pinellas Continuum of Care after Kathleen Beckman abruptly resigned. Photo: Deborah Figgs-Sanders. St. Petersburg City Councilmember Deborah Figgs-Sanders is embracing the opportunity to steer a wayward ship after a wave of political friction recently rocked the Pinellas Continuum of Care (CoC). ​The CoC is a collaborative network established to coordinate, fund, and manage service deliv

The Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg in South St. Petersburg will host a grant information session on Tuesday, June 23rd (Photo: Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg). Together With Our Community is a rolling deadline opportunity offering grants of up to $2,500 to support community-based and mission-aligned activities, events, or new programming happening in our priority zip codes of 33705, 33711, and 33712. We will review applications and award grants on a monthly

Passing Strange, featuring the original Broadway cast, with Stew Stewart on mic; filmed by director Spike Lee, released 2009. Screengrab. Erica Sutherlin will direct Passing Strange, winner of 3 Drama Desk awards and the Tony for Best Musical, opening at Studio@620 June 11 and running through June 21. From the rhythmic mind of singer-songwriter and performance artist Stew Stewart comes a rock-musical play following the story of a young bohemian who charts a course for “the re

Chief Barbara Tripp, Tampa’s first female fire chief, is being recognized as the Public Service Honoree at the 2nd Annual Juneteenth Beacon of Change Celebration. Image retrieved from Tampa Fire Rescue Chief Facebook Page. Chief Barbara Tripp will be recognized as the Public Service Honoree at the 2nd Annual Juneteenth Beacon of Change Celebration, honoring a career grounded in public safety, community service and historic leadership in Tampa Bay. Hosted by the USF Black Alum