War Hero Honored in Gulfport’s Vetrans Park
U.S. Navy Veteran and prisoner of war, Steven Jay Robin, was honored Saturday, April 10, with a plaque dedication in Gulfport’s Veterans Park.
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Sonia Plotnick Women’s Health Fund Scholarships
Apply now for a scholarship to St. Petersburg College through the Sonia Plotnick Women’s Health Fund, a nonprofit based in Gulfport.
Funky Flamingo Owners Die Within Months of Each Other
All are welcome to a benefit at the shop on Sunday, April 11, to help Christopher Clark’s mother cover funeral costs and to keep the shop open.
Guns and Drugs Seized in Arrests at St. Pete House
St. Petersburg Police made the bust on a house that had 221 service calls since December, nabbing handguns, cash, cocaine, crack and heroin.
Epic Council Meeting Reverses BCYC Eviction
The over four-hour meeting saw residents come out in droves to discuss the planned eviction of the Boca Ciega Yacht Club, which will return to a monthly city lease for now.
Announcements: April 8
Looking for something you saw in the paper this week? Take a look at the announcements from the April 8 issue of the Gabber.
Need Help with COVID Funeral Costs?
Those who have lost loved ones to COVID-19 since January 2020 can apply for financial assistance for funeral costs beginning April 12.
Student of the Month: Bryce Springfield
“Student of the Month” highlights some of our area’s brightest young minds, what they’re doing and where they’re going. Have a student you think deserves a mention? Email us!
Man Charged for Killing Mother of Two
A week after the brutal shooting and pleas from family for information, St. Petersburg Police arrested Tyron Jackasal for the murder of K’mia Simmons.
Marsha Warner Dies at 69
Marsha Warner, volunteer with the Gulfport Merchants Chamber and former manager of Gulfport’s Tuesday Fresh Market, died at her home on Sunday, March 28.
The Adorable Kids of Gulfport’s Egg Hunt
On Saturday, April 3, hundreds of kids scrambled to gather the plastic eggs hidden in plain sight in the Gulfport Recreation Center.
A Community on Hold
While the City of St. Petersburg has contributed some funds and the land, the Dr. Carter G. Woodson African American Museum relocation requires millions more.