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Hi St. Petersburg, hope you’re having a great weekend!

In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: Electric air taxis, a rail line turning into a trail, and a pirate invasion + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around St. Petersburg protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.

📰 Most-clicked stories this week

Negotiations slash purchase price: St. Petersburg will turn unused railroad tracks into a walking and biking trail after City Council approval. The route will run from 5th Ave N to 1st Ave S — get all the details.

Skip the beach parking hassle: PSTA is now offering free Park and Ride to Clearwater Beach for spring break, with buses every 15 minutes, from March 1 through May 3 — see hours and dates.

Urban skies on the horizon: St. Petersburg’s task force has outlined a roadmap for electric air taxis at Albert Whitted, adding parking and chargers soon and aiming for dedicated vertiports within four to ten years — get all the details.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

All the crowd favorites:

• Shop local vendors at The Bazaar
• Become a Guardian ad Litem volunteer
• Passerine returns to the James Museum
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

🏆 Gold and silver are heating up

Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold

Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.

While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.

If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.

It’s free and worth reading before the next move.

🫶 This week’s top finds

Small theater, big vibes: Green Light Cinema screens indie gems, sharp docs, and the odd cult classic in a cozy 80-seat room with great sound. Expect legit snacks, wine, and beer, plus easy St. Pete energy… no megaplex chaos, just movies you’ll keep talking about.

Smoked wing obsession: At Mullet’s Fish Camp & Market, the Signature Smoked Wings hit that sweet spot: kissed by smoke, primed for dunking in house sauces, and dangerously snackable. When the crew can’t agree on dinner, seafood folks stay satisfied while you casually hoard the flats.

Twirl-worthy pasta night: When you want a real upgrade from weeknight noodles, IL Ritorno serves modern Italian plates and pastas with creative, dialed-in flavors that feel effortlessly special. Great for a midweek date or for treating yourself because the dishwasher finally ran.

Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.

📆 Sneak peek at next week

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☘ Paddy Fest @ Williams Park | Friday (3/13) at 3:00 PM – Three days of Irish revelry take over Williams Park, with live bands, pipers, dancers, Guinness, and whiskey tastings. Bring the kids for mini golf and leprechauns, no green beer required, or your appetite for the shepherd’s pie showdown. Tickets $25, kids 14 and under free.

🚗 Kiwanis Club of Pinellas Park Fundraiser Car Show @ Quaker Steak & Lube (Clearwater) | Friday (3/13) at 6:00 PM – Hosted by Racers and Rods, this car show keeps it simple, shiny, and for a cause. Ten bucks gets your ride in, with proceeds helping Kiwanis programs for Pinellas County kids, plus raffles, vendors, custom awards, tunes, and QSL wings. Bring the family, humblebrag later.

⚓ Nautical Flea Market @ Gulfport Municipal Marina | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 AM – Nothing beats rummaging the docks for seaworthy treasures, and this nautical flea market delivers. Think anchors, dock lines, charts, coolers, vintage portholes, all the salty essentials at Gulfport Marina. Haggle a little, swap a story, leave with fewer dollars, and better gear.

♻ Great American Cleanup 2026 @ Clam Bayou Nature Preserve (Gulfport) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Swap your morning scroll for a feel-good cleanup at Clam Bayou’s Osgood Point, by Gulfport Marina. They supply pails, pickers, gloves, and sanitizer, you bring sturdy shoes, long sleeves if you’re mangrove-curious, and a kayak if you’ve got one. Do some good, still make brunch.

🏴 Family Day: Pirate Invasion @ Museum of the American Arts & Crafts Movement | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – If your crew has been pillaging only the pantry, steer them to MAACM for a Pirate Invasion with Capt’n Hawk and the Krewe of the Scarlett Fortuna. Expect stories, music, crafty activities, and swashbuckling displays, all sneakily fueling reading, history, and imagination, included with admission.

🍲 Empty Bowls @ Clay Center of St. Petersburg | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Trade your dinner rut for Empty Bowls, where you get soup, salad, bread, a silent auction browse, and a handmade bowl by local artists, all benefitting Daystar Life and local pantries. Yes, it is soup in St. Pete, and it feels good.

🧘 Self-Care Sunday + Wellness Market @ Plunsana | Sunday (3/15) at 9:00 AM – Self-Care Sunday is taking over your morning with Kundalini yoga, live music, and a wellness market from local folks who actually care. Stretch, sip, and shop, then brave the hot saunas and icy plunges, and have a Sunday plan your body and calendar agree on.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Industry-leading home warranty protection ($150 off right now)
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• 62+? See how much tax-free cash your home could unlock → free calculator
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 St. Petersburg report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 83°F – Low: 65°F – Precip: 12%

Sunny, with a high near 83. South southeast wind around 6 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Patchy fog after 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. North wind 2 to 6 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 83°F – Low: 65°F – Precip: 6%

Patchy fog before 8am. Sunny, with a high near 83. Southeast wind 2 to 7 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 65. North wind around 6 mph.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

Most popular house this week

This 5,300-square-foot Vinoy penthouse pairs 10-foot ceilings and wraparound balconies with panoramic views of the St. Pete Pier, Albert Whitted Airport, the marina, and downtown St. Petersburg. Professionally designed by Steven Anthony, it offers 3 beds, 3.5 baths, a convertible den, a chef’s and prep kitchen, a 100-bottle wine wall, a cocktail bar, and two heated pools.

Take a peek inside →