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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].

Since no one seems to know about them, here are the four ballot questions on the November ticket

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Because the winner could directly impact whether the Tampa Bay Rays are able to explore stadium locations outside of St. Pete, there’s been a lot of buzz surrounding the District 7 City Council race between Will Newton and Lisa Wheeler-Brown. But that race isn’t the only one on the November 3 general election open to all St. Pete voters. A poll released this week shows more than 80 percent of respondents did not know there were four ballot questions. A…

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Yep, Cotton Candy Grapes are a thing and they’re actually a pretty genius horticultural feat

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,So, one of my daughters came home from school the other day bursting into my office with far more enthusiasm than usual. She ran into my office with her mouth opened, clearly about to exclaim something profound. But, as a good little daughter who knows mom often works from home, she immediately stopped, seeing I was on a call. Instead she feverishly wrote me a note. “OH MY GOD I HAD COTTON CANDY GRAPES!!!!” I couldn’t respond, but I gave…

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Lisa Wheeler-Brown leads latest City Council poll; undecided voters still a huge factor

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The St. Pete municipal election this November could be all about the undecided voters based on a new poll released Thursday by St. Pete Polls. According to a survey of 654 registered voters, even non-competitive races are polling at a high rate of uncertainty. In the race between six-year council member Steve Kornell and his challenger, Phillip Garrett, who has raised zero dollars and doesn’t appear to have campaigned at all for the seat, nearly half of those polled weren’t…

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Despite lackluster opposition, Steve Kornell holds no punches for re-election bid

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St. Pete City Council member Steve Kornell hosted more than 50 supporters for a campaign kickoff party Wednesday night at the Magnuson Hotel near the Skyway Bridge. Kornell is facing re-election against challenger Phillip Garrett November 3. Though Kornell is considered a shoo-in for re-election against the relatively no-name candidate, Kornell isn’t taking any chances. He’s raced more than $30,000 compared to Garrett, who hasn’t raised a cent. Kornell presented his priorities to supporters over snacks and drinks in the…

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Ag Commissioner Adam Putnam headed to Israel for water conference

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Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam will be attending the biennial WATEC conference in Israel this year evaluating challenges facing the global water supply and taking a look at innovative technologies to combat those challenges. “Florida is one of the fastest growing regions in North America, and we face unique water resource management issues,” Putnam said. “We must balance the needs of our population with those that support a growing economy, while protecting the natural systems so vital to our quality…

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St. Pete Bike Share program getting closer to reality

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A bike share program could be coming to St. Pete within a year with a first phase rollout starting as early as Spring. The city sent out Requests for Proposals last week soliciting different vendors. A “pre-proposal” meeting is set for this Friday. Bike share programs allow residents and visitors access to bikes for a fee. The bikes can be rented through two different models. One way is to have a pay station on the bike itself. A tiny computer…

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Kathleen Peters makes third GOP endorsement for Will Newton

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State Rep. Kathleen Peters has endorsed St. Pete City Council candidate Will Newton for District 7. “As elected officials, our first priority is to keep citizens safe. Will Newton understands this, and his life’s work demonstrates his commitment to making our neighborhoods safer,” Peters said. “I strongly endorse his candidacy and look forward to his continued service to our community.” Peters had initially backed the only Republican in the race, Sheila Scott-Griffin, but that candidate was defeated in the August…

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