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Welch Engages Rooted in Progress on Gas Plant District Redevelopment

St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch recently met with Rooted in Progress to discuss ongoing developments for the historic Gas Plant District redevelopment initiative.

By Tampa Journal Editorial Board · Jul 30, 2026

Welch Engages Rooted in Progress on Gas Plant District Redevelopment

Crist Withdraws from St. Pete Mayoral Forum Citing Affordability Amid Criticism

St. Petersburg mayoral candidate Charlie Crist skipped the Suncoast Tiger Bay Club event, pointing to a $35 ticket price, following recent controversy over a supporter's deleted social media post.

By Tampa Journal Politics Desk · Jul 28, 2026

Crist Withdraws from St. Pete Mayoral Forum Citing Affordability Amid Criticism