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Regional Spotlight
Sarah & Michael Torres — Wedding Announcement
The Torres and Reynolds families are thrilled to announce the marriage of Sarah Reynolds and Michael Torres on March 8, 2026, at the Fenway Hotel in Dunedin. Sarah is a marine biologist at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium and Michael is a software engineer at Tech Data. The couple met at the Dunedin Brewery five years ago and will honeymoon in Scotland — a nod to Dunedin's heritage. A reception followed at the Hi-Fi Rooftop Bar with 150 family and friends.
Recent Community News
Local Lawyer Wins Boss of the Year at Seminole Awards
Please join us in congratulating Rep on winning the Boss of the Year award at Saturday night's M/M Seminole Awards Dinner! I also want to express my gratitude for all your thoughtful messages congratulating Rep on his 25th anniversary of practicing law. Your support not only meant a lot to him but also played a key role in his nomination. Thank you for all your kind contributions!Rep's introduction at the awards dinner:A Seminole native and graduate of Seminole High School, his passion for serving others began early—his first job was as a server at Freedom Square, where he assisted seniors, igniting a lifelong dedication to working with the elderly.With 25 years of legal practice and outstanding leadership at DeLoach, Hofstra & Cavonis, P.C., he has set the standard for excellence in real estate planning and elder law. As a partner and owner of the firm, he not only guides the firm and his team with integrity and vision but also fosters a workplace culture rooted in support and innovation.Beyond the office, his commitment ot the community shines—whether through pro bono legal work, participating in local events, or educational outreach, he consistently goes above and beyond to serve others. He has also served on various boards, including the Seminole Chamber, further demonstrating his dedication to making a meaningful impact in his local community.Past Winners from DHC/STCMr./Ms. Seminole: Dennis R. DeLoach Jr. '93, Ken Burke '00, Peter T. Hofstra '10Business of the Year: DeLoach, Hofstra & Cavonis, P.A. (fka D&H) '06, Seminole Title Comany '24Boss of the Year: Dennis R. DeLoach Jr. '19, D. Rep DeLoach III '24There are many more awards yet to be won, and we're excited to celebrate this most recent acknowledgment for Rep and the firm!Other 2024 Winners on SaturdayMr. Seminole - George Bessler, Retired Seminole Fire ChiefBoss of the Year - Reg. DeLoach, Esq.; DeLoach, Hofstra & Cavonis, P.A.Merit Award - Gerry Cachia, William Clare EntertainmentBusiness of the Year - All Smiles Orthodontics, Owners Janet and Kelly MoserRookie Business of the Year - Native Soul Salon, Natalie VillanoCommunity Contributor - Seminole Lake Rotary Club, Club President Mary Fiorentino
St. Pete Beach Residents Urged to Prepare for Hurricane Season
Hurricane season has arrived, and the City of St. Pete Beach urges all residents to be prepared. Take the time to review your hurricane plan, gather necessary supplies, and stay updated on weather forecasts. Visit the city website for resources and information on hurricane preparedness.
St. Pete Beach Residents Urged to Prepare for Hurricane Season
Hurricane season has arrived, and the City of St. Pete Beach urges all residents to be prepared. Take the time to review your hurricane plan, gather necessary supplies, and stay updated on weather forecasts. Visit the city website for resources and information on hurricane preparedness.
St. Pete Beach to Hold Public Hearings on New Flood Insurance Maps
The City of St. Pete Beach will hold public hearings to present information and receive comments from the public regarding the new Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM). These maps may affect flood insurance requirements for property owners within the city. All interested parties are encouraged to attend.
25th Annual Oktobeerfest at Dunedin Brewery
We are excited to host our 25th Annual Oktobeerfest this coming weekend, and put all the details in one place. Prost! Oktobeerfest is a celebration of the change of season, always hosted on the First Full Weekend of October. This year we celebrate 25 years of our local tradition with fresh festive beer, Bavarian food, local live music, and an assortment of games/fun.Oktobeerfest 25October 2 - 5th, 2025Beer List:Oktobeerfest LagerHefe Man (weissbier)Mango Work//Party BerlinerWatermelon Work//Party BerlinerPassionfruit Work//Party BerlinerPumpkin Butter LagerThe Internet (pilsner)Air LagerApricot Peach AleAmerican Classic IPABOP! (hazy wheat)Dark & Mild (nitro)Storm Glass Double IPARedhead Red (amber ale)Beach Tale BrownBiere de Cafe Bavarian Kitchen:Mains:German Schnitzel $12Local Bratwurst (Plain) $10Traditional Bratwurst $12Currywurst $12Spicy Relish Bratwurst $12Foot Long Hot Dog $14Sides & Snacks:Big Mike's Pickles $3Big A$$ Pretzel $10Rotkohl $5Spatzle $5Potato Salad $5Homemade Mustards: House Bavarian; Bavarian Dill, & Hot HorseradishBavarian Kitchen Hours:Thursday 5pm - 10pmFriday 12pm - 10pmSaturday 12pm - 10pmSunday 12pm - 7pmLTD Pub Kitchen:We will also have our pub kitchen open with limited non-oktoberfest options:Wings, Fried Chicken & Fries, Fries, Pretzel Bites, Cheese CurdsLTD Pub Kitchen Hours:Thursday til 10pmFriday 11am - 11pmSaturday 11am - 11pmSunday 11am - 8pmChicken Wings available til midnight on Fri/Sat. ;-) Thursday, Oct 2nd - Literstein ReleaseWe will be open all day for regular business 5pm: Bavarian Kitchen opens up out front of the Moon Tower6:30pm: limited quantity of Oktobeerfest 25 glass mugs for saleAnyone who purchases a literstein that day will get a free 4" die-cut sticker, and the first 50 people in line will receive a 1.5" button.7pm: Performance by The Echovert in the Moon Tower7pm-9pm: Dale's Epic Oktoberfest Trivia in the Pub7:30pm: Literstein Holding Contest in the Beer Garden, hosted by Lori & Liz8pm: Performance by Brain Emoji in the Moon Tower, featuring a yodelgrooving contest Friday, Oct 3rdOpen at 11am. 12pm: Bavarian Kitchen opens up out front of the Moon Tower7pm: DJ set by RisKayin the pub7pm: German Spelling Bee in the Beer Garden, hosted by Lori & Dale7:30pm: Yodeling Contest in the Beer Garden, hosted by Lori8pm: Ceremonial Keg Tapping in the Beer Garden8:30pm: Pretzel Eating Contest & Pretzel Toss in the Beer Garden, hosted by Lori9pm: Performance by Minim in the Moon Tower11pm: Performance by Mutant Fusion Collective in the Pub Saturday, Oct 4thOpen at 11am. 12pm: Bavarian Kitchen opens up out front of the Moon Tower4:20pm: Performance by tiny.blipsin the beer garden6pm: Performance by HoneyWhat in the pub6:30pm: Yodeling Contest in the Beer Garden, hosted by Lori7pm: Pretzel Eating Contest & Pretzel Toss in the Beer Garden, hosted by Lori8pm: Performance by The Lee Boys in the Moon Tower8:30pm: Costume Contest in the Beer Garden, hosted by Lori10pm: Performance by Joe Marcinek Band in the PubSunday, Oct 5th - Family DayOpen at 11am. 12pm: Bavarian Kitchen opens up out front of the Moon Tower12 - 2pm: Activites for Kids/Familiesin the beer garden, hosted by LoriIncluding:Arts & Crafts, Pretzel Necklace Making Kids Mug Holding ContestPickle Eating ContestKids Yodeling
25th Annual Oktobeerfest at Dunedin Brewery
We are excited to host our 25th Annual Oktobeerfest this coming weekend, and put all the details in one place. Prost! Oktobeerfest is a celebration of the change of season, always hosted on the First Full Weekend of October. This year we celebrate 25 years of our local tradition with fresh festive beer, Bavarian food, local live music, and an assortment of games/fun.Oktobeerfest 25October 2 - 5th, 2025Beer List:Oktobeerfest LagerHefe Man (weissbier)Mango Work//Party BerlinerWatermelon Work//Party BerlinerPassionfruit Work//Party BerlinerPumpkin Butter LagerThe Internet (pilsner)Air LagerApricot Peach AleAmerican Classic IPABOP! (hazy wheat)Dark & Mild (nitro)Storm Glass Double IPARedhead Red (amber ale)Beach Tale BrownBiere de Cafe Bavarian Kitchen:Mains:German Schnitzel $12Local Bratwurst (Plain) $10Traditional Bratwurst $12Currywurst $12Spicy Relish Bratwurst $12Foot Long Hot Dog $14Sides & Snacks:Big Mike's Pickles $3Big A$$ Pretzel $10Rotkohl $5Spatzle $5Potato Salad $5Homemade Mustards: House Bavarian; Bavarian Dill, & Hot HorseradishBavarian Kitchen Hours:Thursday 5pm - 10pmFriday 12pm - 10pmSaturday 12pm - 10pmSunday 12pm - 7pmLTD Pub Kitchen:We will also have our pub kitchen open with limited non-oktoberfest options:Wings, Fried Chicken & Fries, Fries, Pretzel Bites, Cheese CurdsLTD Pub Kitchen Hours:Thursday til 10pmFriday 11am - 11pmSaturday 11am - 11pmSunday 11am - 8pmChicken Wings available til midnight on Fri/Sat. ;-) Thursday, Oct 2nd - Literstein ReleaseWe will be open all day for regular business 5pm: Bavarian Kitchen opens up out front of the Moon Tower6:30pm: limited quantity of Oktobeerfest 25 glass mugs for saleAnyone who purchases a literstein that day will get a free 4" die-cut sticker, and the first 50 people in line will receive a 1.5" button.7pm: Performance by The Echovert in the Moon Tower7pm-9pm: Dale's Epic Oktoberfest Trivia in the Pub7:30pm: Literstein Holding Contest in the Beer Garden, hosted by Lori & Liz8pm: Performance by Brain Emoji in the Moon Tower, featuring a yodelgrooving contest Friday, Oct 3rdOpen at 11am. 12pm: Bavarian Kitchen opens up out front of the Moon Tower7pm: DJ set by RisKayin the pub7pm: German Spelling Bee in the Beer Garden, hosted by Lori & Dale7:30pm: Yodeling Contest in the Beer Garden, hosted by Lori8pm: Ceremonial Keg Tapping in the Beer Garden8:30pm: Pretzel Eating Contest & Pretzel Toss in the Beer Garden, hosted by Lori9pm: Performance by Minim in the Moon Tower11pm: Performance by Mutant Fusion Collective in the Pub Saturday, Oct 4thOpen at 11am. 12pm: Bavarian Kitchen opens up out front of the Moon Tower4:20pm: Performance by tiny.blipsin the beer garden6pm: Performance by HoneyWhat in the pub6:30pm: Yodeling Contest in the Beer Garden, hosted by Lori7pm: Pretzel Eating Contest & Pretzel Toss in the Beer Garden, hosted by Lori8pm: Performance by The Lee Boys in the Moon Tower8:30pm: Costume Contest in the Beer Garden, hosted by Lori10pm: Performance by Joe Marcinek Band in the PubSunday, Oct 5th - Family DayOpen at 11am. 12pm: Bavarian Kitchen opens up out front of the Moon Tower12 - 2pm: Activites for Kids/Familiesin the beer garden, hosted by LoriIncluding:Arts & Crafts, Pretzel Necklace Making Kids Mug Holding ContestPickle Eating ContestKids Yodeling
Indian Shores Town Council Meeting Scheduled for April 9th
Town Council Meeting Date: Tuesday, April 9, 2024 Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: Town Hall Agendas are typically available prior to the meetings.
Bert Smith Subaru New Car Inventory Available Online
Shop our new Subaru SUVs including Ascent, Forester, Crosstrek and Outback.
Bert Smith Subaru New Car Inventory Available Online
Shop our new Subaru EVs including Solterra.
Gulf Coast Fellowship Church Supports Local and Global Missions
Missions Impacting Communities Near and Far
Gulf Coast Fellowship Church Offers Adult Education Programs
Adult Education We have several opportunities for you to grow in your faith and knowledge of God's Word. Check out the options below or contact the church office for more information. RightNow Media RightNow Media is like the 'Netflix of Video Bible Studies' and has a HUGE library of faith-based videos that you can access whenever and wherever you want - on your phone, iPad, computer, or at home on your TV. And the best part? As a Gulf Coast Fellowship attenders you have FREE access to this amazing resource. Click here to start using RightNow Media today! Men's and Women's Groups Check the church calendar for regular meeting times, or contact the church office. Financial Peace Offered periodically. Contact the church office for information on when the next class will be held.
David Smith Serves as Associate Pastor at Gulf Coast Fellowship Church
Pastor David Smith Associate Pastor
Meet Pastor Grant Thigpen of Gulf Coast Fellowship Church
Pastor Grant serves as our Lead Pastor providing overall vision and leadership to Gulf Coast Fellowship. He is a gifted communicator and teacher who makes the Bible come to life.
Bert Smith Subaru New Car Inventory Available Online
Shop our new Subaru cars including Impreza, Legacy and WRX.
Meet the Clergy of Gulf Coast Fellowship Church
Clergy
Pastor Karen Thigpen's Pastoral Care at Gulf Coast Fellowship Church
Pastor Karen serves alongside her husband, Pastor Grant, in ministry at Gulf Coast Fellowship. She places a high value on discipleship and pastoral care.
Blake Smith Leads Worship at Gulf Coast Fellowship Church
Blake Smith serves as our Worship Leader.
Stay Updated with Gulf Coast Fellowship Church Bulletins
Find our weekly church bulletins here to stay up to date on the latest announcements.
Dr. Glenn J. Davis is Lead Pastor at Gulf Coast Fellowship Church
Dr. Glenn J. Davis Lead Pastor
Gulf Coast Fellowship Church November Newsletter Available
November Newsletter Message from Pastor Ron: [Content of Pastor Ron's Message] Upcoming Events: [Details of upcoming events, dates, times, locations] Recent Activities: [Summary of recent church activities and events] Announcements: [Important announcements from the church]
St. Pete Beach to Hold Public Hearings on New Flood Insurance Maps
"The City of St. Pete Beach will hold public hearings to present information and receive comments from the public regarding the new Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM). These maps may affect flood insurance requirements for property owners within the city. All interested parties are encouraged to attend."
Indian Shores Town Council Meeting Scheduled for April 9th
"Town Council Meeting Date: Tuesday, April 9, 2024 Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: Town Hall Agendas are typically available prior to the meetings."
Indian Shores to Hold Special Meeting on FY25 Budget
"A Special Meeting of the Town of Indian Shores is scheduled for Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at 5:30 PM in the Municipal Center (19305 Gulf Boulevard) to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget."
Indian Shores Board of Adjustment to Meet April 24
"Board of Adjustment Meeting Wednesday, April 24, 2024 6:00 PM - Town Hall"
Indian Shores Planning Board to Meet April 17
"Planning Board Meeting Wednesday, April 17, 2024 6:00 PM - Town Hall"
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Live Music + Beer & Wine Tasting at SLYCE MB!
Live Music + Beer & Wine Tasting at SLYCE MB!
Stereophonic (Touring)
All You Can Eat Taco Night
Live Music + Beer & Wine Tasting at SLYCE MB!
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