Mercy Hospital: St. Pete’s lost chapter in black healthcare history
Opened in 1923, Mercy Hospital, located around 1344 22nd Street South, was the only primary care facility available to African Americans in St. Petersburg until 1966. The hospital was founded […]
MLK Dream Big Parade brings the best marching bands in America to St. Pete
As Martin Luther King Jr. Day approaches, St. Petersburg prepares for one of its most vibrant celebrations. The 2025 MLK Dream Big Parade and Educational Band Showcase promises to unite […]
Breaking stereotypes: the impact of DJ Emmpowerr’s S.P.I.N. classes in St. Pete
Underneath the vibrant beats of St. Pete’s growing DJ scene lies the mission of DJ Emmpowerr, the founder of S.P.I.N. classes. These classes aim to introduce the art of DJing […]
The Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival draws thousands of visitors to The Deuces
Tampa Bay’s most beloved festival isn’t just about food—it’s a full-blown movement. Since its inception in 2018, the Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival (TBCGF) has turned this humble leafy green into a […]
St. Pete barber Antonio Brown uses free haircuts and book club to change kids’ lives
“Reading is so important when it comes to understanding life,” said Antonio Brown in an interview with the Tampa Bay Times. Brown is a St. Petersburg native who aims to […]
A new program in St. Pete empowers local youth to preserve Black history
This summer, high school students in St. Petersburg have an exciting opportunity to connect with their community and preserve local culture. Their Stories, Our Voices Youth Griot Program is now accepting […]