Hello again. We first sent this issue off to print the day before hurricane Ian was set to make landfall. Shortly after, our printer and so many others lost power. As a result, we are getting to you a little late this month. We feel incredibly lucky that Ian spared the Tampa Bay area. Our hearts go out to those not so fortunate just South of us. Many in that area do not have flood insurance so redevelopment will be a long and slow process. Please consider donating to a local relief fund if you have the means.
As we all decompress, grab yourself a cup of coffee, and we look forward to seeing you at the pumpkin patch.
Fire Prevention week is Oct. 9th – Oct. 15th. So, we thought it would be a good time to look back at the history of the St. Petersburg Fire Department and get to know one of their very own, Stephen Favata. Many thanks to retired firefighter, Steve Harris, for sharing photos from his personal collection with us for this history piece and to all of the St. Petersburg Fire Department for their service.
Till next time, Ashley & Tony
