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Janelle Irwin has 1517 articles published.

Janelle Irwin has been a professional journalist covering local news and politics in the Tampa Bay area since 2003. She also hosts a weekly political talk show on WMNF Community radio. Janelle formerly served as the sole staff reporter for WMNF News and previously covered news for Patch.com and various local neighborhood newsletters. Her work has been featured in the New York Daily News, Free Speech Radio News and Florida Public Radio and she's been interviewed by radio stations across the nation for her coverage of the 2012 Republican National Convention. Janelle is a diehard news junkie who isn't afraid to take on big names in local politics including Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn, the dirty business of trash and recycling in St. Pete and the ongoing Pier debacle. Her work as a reporter and radio host has earned her two WMNF awards including News Volunteer of the Year and Public Affairs Volunteer of the Year. Janelle is also the devoted mother to three brilliant and beautiful daughters who are a constant source of inspiration and occasional blogging fodder. To contact, email [email protected].

Monica Abbott hopes to unseat Charlie Gerdes so she can be a full-time representative

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Monica Abbott is self-funding a campaign to unseat St. Pete City Council chair Charlie Gerdes … to the tune of $11,000. Abbott wants a shot at representing West St. Pete residents in District 1 because she thinks Gerdes isn’t paying enough attention to the district. “He’s more for the city,” Abbott said. “That’s more being a council member at-large.” Abbott complained that Gerdes failed to secure Penny for Pinellas funds for a Pinellas Trail expansion in their district. She said he…

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Rick Kriseman appoints liaison for education and community development

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St. Pete Mayor Rick Kriseman has opened a director of education and community engagement position. In a statement Monday, Kriseman announced he has appointed attorney and Guardian ad Litem volunteer Leah McRae to the post. “Leah is uniquely suited for this role. She has deep roots in St. Petersburg, is a product of our public schools, and knows how to mobilize people to work together for the greater good,” Kriseman said. “Her recent service on the Citizen’s Advisory Committee for…

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The end for SaintPetersBlog

Ever since I acquired the rights to the perfect domain for my efforts — FloridaPolitics.com — I knew that one

Charlie Gerdes hopes for City Council win with record low fundraising

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St. Pete City Council chair Charlie Gerdes wants to earn his re-election with as little funding from supporters as possible. “I’m trying to see if I can set a record for the least cost per vote,” Gerdes said. And he’s well on his way. Gerdes has raised just over $4,000 as of the most recent campaign finance reports that cover activity through mid-September. His opponent, Monica Abbott, has about triple the funds with $12,425 raised to date, including an $11,000…

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Direct mail roundup: Lisa Wheeler-Brown mailer targets law enforcement and civilians

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In what was a busy day for campaign mailers, District 7 City Council candidate Lisa Wheeler-Brown added to mailboxes with a positive mailer Friday. One side shows the candidate walking hand-in-hand with two young boys down a sidewalk next to a park. The mailer touts “a safer St. Pete for our families.” The mailer than goes on to paraphrase Wheeler-Brown’s “tragic story” in which her son, Cabretti, was murdered in 2008. Following his death, Wheeler-Brown made it her mission to…

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Direct mail roundup: Will Newton mailer hits mailboxes with emphasis on family and priorities

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Another campaign mailer touting Will Newton for City Council District 7 hit mailboxes in St. Pete Friday. The addressed side of the mailer shows a smiling photo of Newton gazing out to the side with a park behind him touting the candidate as “the real deal!” Under his photo a resume of accomplishments is listed, including his service as district vice president for the local chapter of the Florida Professional Firefighters, 23-year firefighter and EMT veteran, 2011 Professional Firefighter of the…

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Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating St. Pete sewage dump

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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating the sewage dumps in St. Pete that occurred August amid an extreme rain event. The agency’s law enforcement division confirmed the investigation Friday, according to the Tampa Bay Times. A spokesperson told the Times they couldn’t release much more information because the investigation is ongoing. “I’m disappointed that I’m having to learn about this from a member of the public and the media,” said City Council member Steve Kornell. In all,…

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Direct mail roundup: Two Steve Kornell mailers hit mailboxes

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Two campaign mailers touting City Council member Steve Kornell for re-election hit mailboxes Friday. Both are positive and highlight his past, current and future commitments to the city as well as previous accomplishments. One mailer shows four photos of Kornell engaging with residents. “Steve Kornell is focused on the issues that matter,” the header reads. The photos highlight four areas including “protecting our environment,” “creating opportunities for kids,” providing “a better, safer community” and creating “new jobs and a strong…

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