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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].

Direct mail roundup: Monica Abbott mailer touts commitment to open communication

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Just as The Tampa Tribune announced it was backing Charlie Gerdes for re-election to City Council, mailers touting his opponent hit voters’ mailboxes. The mailer is all-positive and touts Monica Abbott’s commitment to being accessible to constituents. “I will not only listen to you, I will hear you and act on your behalf,” the back side of the mailer read. And it’s clear she’s serious about that. There is a phone number, website and email address listed on each side of…

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St. Pete Store will serve as one-stop shop for tourists and push for local artists

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The St. Pete Chamber of Commerce will be opening the St. Pete Store late next month. The space directly across the street from Sundial on Second Avenue North in downtown will sell St. Pete-centric items created by local artists and vendors. While the Chamber has not yet decided exactly what it will sell in the store, visitors can expect things like t-shirts, post cards, mugs and cups, local art, candles and tote bags. Kristina Alspaw, the Chamber’s visitors experience manager,…

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Adam Putnam announces 2015 Florida Energy Summit, will focus on sustainability

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The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce are joining forces to host a summit aimed at diversifying the state’s energy resources, promoting energy conservation and furthering economic growth. The 2015 Florida Energy Summit will be held in Jacksonville from October 14-16 at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront. The event’s keynote speaker is Christopher Guith, senior vice president for policy at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for 21st Century Energy. He will discuss…

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Steve Kornell’s campaign contributions swell to more than $40,000

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St. Pete City Council member Steve Kornell continues to trounce his opposition in campaign finance activity. Kornell has raised more than $42,000 so far after bringing in $5,662 between August 17 and September 13. Kornell’s opponent, Phillip Garrett, raised $800 during the latest reporting period marking his first contributions to date. Garrett pulled in another $231.75 of in-kind contributions from himself. Garrett received a $500 contribution from St. Pete resident John Klement, $100 from himself and $200 from Young Floridians…

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Tampa Tribune dumps Lisa Wheeler-Brown, now endorses Will Newton

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The Tampa Tribune has rescinded its endorsement for Lisa Wheeler-Brown and instead backed Will Newton for St. Pete City Council District 7. In a list of endorsements published Monday morning, The Tribune pointed to information uncovered by SaintPetersblog. “Recently revealed discrepancies in her campaign finance reports raise questions about her judgment,” the latest write-up read. That’s as much detail as the endorsement dives into, however. The Tribune editorial board is referring to a series of campaign finance mishaps including a…

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Lisa Wheeler-Brown email blast asks supporters to focus on issues, not allegations

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Lisa Wheeler-Brown is running damage control. An email blast went out Friday afternoon asking voters to focus on the issues and ignore recent allegations of campaign finance transgressions. “You’ve been a dedicated supporter and have stood with me as we work to move St. Petersburg forward, so I wanted to make sure you had the facts. If you’ve been following the blogs, you may have seen that the campaign made a few mistakes when we were first getting started the…

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Ed Montanari endorses Will Newton for St. Pete City Council

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St. Pete City Council member-elect Ed Montanari is endorsing Will Newton for the District 7 seat to replace incumbent Wengay Newton. “I strongly endorse Will Newton for St Petersburg City Council District 7. Will has the character, experience, knowledge, and natural leadership skills to serve,” Montanari said. “His service in our Fire Department, along with his background as a neighborhood association president, volunteer for the Juvenile Welfare Board, and his work with youth give him a trusted and proven record of accomplishments for our community.”…

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