Susan Savoie receives the COVID vaccine from Simmy Campbell, a volunteer at Metro Inclusive Health in St. Pete. "I'm the happiest person on the planet," Savoie said about receiving the vaccine.
Susan Savoie receives the COVID vaccine from Simmy Campbell, a volunteer at Metro Inclusive Health in St. Pete. "I'm the happiest person on the planet," Savoie said about receiving the vaccine. Photos by Amber Sigman
Tyler Harr fills out paperwork to receive the second vaccine for COVID-19. "The first one was very uplifting," Harr said. "It was surreal."
Tyler Harr fills out paperwork to receive the second vaccine for COVID-19. "The first one was very uplifting," Harr said. "It was surreal." Photos by Amber Sigman
A woman signs guests in at Metro Inclusive Health so they may receive the COVID-19 vaccine free-of-charge.
A woman signs guests in at Metro Inclusive Health so they may receive the COVID-19 vaccine free-of-charge. Photos by Amber Sigman
A signed poster thanking volunteers sits at the entry way where patients come in to get vaccines at Metro Inclusive Health Service which serves all people regardless of economic, ethnic, or sexual orientation.
A signed poster thanking volunteers sits at the entry way where patients come in to get vaccines at Metro Inclusive Health Service which serves all people regardless of economic, ethnic, or sexual orientation. Photos by Amber Sigman
Tyler Harr laughs with Priya Rajkumar, Chief Operating Officer and Programs Officer at Metro Inclusive Health, while waiting to get the vaccine.
Tyler Harr laughs with Priya Rajkumar, Chief Operating Officer and Programs Officer at Metro Inclusive Health, while waiting to get the vaccine. Photos by Amber Sigman
Elisa Dupuis gives Nick Craig the Pfizer vaccine at Metro Inclusive Health in St. Pete. Craig says he feels indifferent about getting the vaccine, but is following his doctor's request.
Elisa Dupuis gives Nick Craig the Pfizer vaccine at Metro Inclusive Health in St. Pete. Craig says he feels indifferent about getting the vaccine, but is following his doctor's request. Photos by Amber Sigman
Metro Inclusive Health offers HIV services, mental and social services, support groups and activities regardless of gender identity, race, religion, age, ethnicity, or economic status throughout Tampa Bay.
Metro Inclusive Health offers HIV services, mental and social services, support groups and activities regardless of gender identity, race, religion, age, ethnicity, or economic status throughout Tampa Bay. Photos by Amber Sigman

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Feature Story Lauren Wong, University of Tampa grad and aspiring journalist

Commentary: My life as an Asian-American

Lauren WongTuesday, April 13, 2021
Lauren Wong, an intern with 83 Degrees while she was studying at the University of Tampa and now a regular contributor, shares her story growing up as an Asian-American born in the U.S. 
Feature Story Clearwater Police Officers Carissa Costello and Cheryl Wood.

Solution makers: Cops and counselors on the beat in Clearwater

Julie GaristoTuesday, April 13, 2021
The City of Clearwater Police Department has joined forces with the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office to create a new crisis intervention task force to respond to calls for help. Learn how it works.
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Video: Resilient Tampa Bay

Julie BranamanWednesday, April 7, 2021
We've all felt the ongoing effects of climate change and seen the devastating consequences of hurricanes, so what is the Tampa Bay Area doing to get ready for both? Watch this video to learn more.
Feature Story Community members install oyster bags to create a living shoreline in Ozona.

Meet 3 local resiliency officers designing plans to combat climate change in the Tampa Bay AreaLearn what they are doing and why

Yvette C. HammettTuesday, April 6, 2021
Tampa Bay Area residents going about their daily lives may not realize that behind-the-scenes, a trio of experts is working to find solutions to projected climate change and its potential impact on local people, property, planning, and prosperity.
Feature Story Violin soloist Jeff Multer of the Florida Orchestra.

Florida Orchestra composes savvy solutions to modulate COVID problem

Jessi SmithTuesday, April 6, 2021
The Florida Orchestra is back performing live at Mahaffey Theatre in St. Petersburg while observing CDC-recommended social distancing in front of a 25% audience capacity. The concerts are also available online.
Feature Story Cluck Norris (Nashville hot chicken and gouda)

Food entrepreneur: St. Pete celebrity chef creates instant hit with Fo'Cheezy Twisted Meltz

Allison KoehlerTuesday, April 6, 2021
A celebrity chef does what some thought impossible: He opens a new concept food truck and then a restaurant in St. Pete during the pandemic. Now he's looking to open a second restaurant later this month. Read his recipe for success.
Feature Story Lauren Farrell West, licensed clinical social worker

Commentary: Gratitude is a powerful state of mind that can help you get through tough timesA social worker reflects on life in a pandemic

Laura Farrell WestTuesday, April 6, 2021
A Tampa social worker suggests how to move forward: 'I try to live in the present moment and not worry about the past or obsess about the future. Simply said, that's hard to do. But, almost always worth the effort it takes.' Learn more.
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