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St. Pete & The Burg: A City Divided ​​​​​​​
Gentrification is happening in many cities across the United States. It’s a process that focuses on renovating lower-income urban neighborhoods, which simultaneously changes the culture of the area. Ultimately, property value and rent increase, wealthier people move in, and local residents become displaced. 
In St. Petersburg, Florida, history has proven that gentrification is a racist systemic issue that does very little to include and consider the predominantly African American residents of the south side. St. Pete & The Burg: A City Divided tells the history of St. Petersburg, which puts into perspective the gentrification issues that began in the 80s and ’90s with the demolition of the Gas Plant neighborhood and the Jordan Park village. Not only are those areas facing the same issues today, but illegal acts of robo-signing to foreclose on mortgages without people’s consent also contribute to gentrification. In St. Petersburg, community members are mobilizing and fighting the system on different fronts.
Building Models 

Jerri Stephanis is an architecture student at the University of South Florida. Part of her philosophy is using sustainable materials and renewable resources to create buildings that are efficient and affordable.   

Wetlands are Disappearing  ​​​

Wetlands are disappearing and they are critical for humans, wildlife, and climate change mitigation. I can’t stress how important it is to educate people on this issue and support local organizations to increase conservation efforts. I hope you find this video valuable and inspiring to take action.

Savvy Giving by Design Room Makeover for Landen and Corben in Tampa, FL. 
Savvy Giving by Design is a non-profit network of interior designers whose mission is to renovate and design bedrooms for children facing a medical crisis. The proceeds allow designers to re-create a space that is beautiful, comforting and special to these children and their siblings at no cost to their families.
Painters on Demand Golf Tournament 
This year's golf tournament was dedicated to raising money for Savvy Giving by Design.
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Tampa Bay Watch: Oyster Dome Construction

Tampa Bay Watch is an environmental organization dedicated to habitat protection and restoration in the Tampa Bay region.  One of their major projects is oyster dome construction to help prevent sand erosion

AARP Voices of Midtown: Wanda Stuart 

For the Neighborhood News Bureau, "Voices of Midtown" is an ongoing special project focused on telling the stories of the people who live and work in South St. Petersburg's historic community. This AARP special, features Wanda Stuart who is a drug prevention specialist. 

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