FLOWER POWER, Blooms that Heal
Claire Brinsden Jordan shares how flowers can heal and several locally owned businesses here in South Pinellas that sell medicinal flowers in various forms.
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Hanging Around May 2026
Caron Schwartz shares her experiencing receiving medical car in England while visiting her sister.
GULFPORT MATTERS
Marlene Shaw shares community updates, upcoming events and local business news in our monthly Gulfport Matters column.
FIT IN ST. PETE
By Janet Nummi Sun, Sand, and Sweat: Staying Fit in St. Pete Spring in St. Pete isn’t just about soaking up sunshine – it’s about turning the entire city into … Read more
ENCOURAGING WORDS
Managing the worry habit involves a combination of mindfulness, staying present, positive perspectives, and sometimes, small practical tools to reinforce our commitment to a worry-free life.
DINING
In our May Dining feature, Stephen Rafferty shares some of his picks for spring dining in Tampa Bay and says goodbye to a loved local favorite.
COVER STORY: FloodSafe Solution
Based in St. Petersburg, FloodSafe Solution specializes in custom flood prevention barrier systems and water mitigation services designed to protect residential homes, commercial properties, and municipal buildings located in flood zones.
Jewelry Makeover Expert
With over 40 years of experience in the industry, Beverly Gianna in St. Pete can help to restore, redesign and repurpose items that have sentimental value.
ARTISTS SPOTLIGHT
Paradise News magazine editor, Andrea Martone, profiles Cindy Leon, an independent beauty consultant in both Clearwater and Brandon, but is far more than a saleswoman for beauty products. She paints confidence in her clients.
HISTORIC CORDOVA INN
The historic Cordova Inn in downtown St. Pete just tripled in size. The boutique property opened 65 new rooms this month, growing from 30 to 95 and adding one of the more distinctive new buildings to the city’s urban core in recent years.