What We Learned on Patch This Week

Gulfport Fresh Market Lures 3,000: Every Tuesday downtown Gulfport lures people and vendors from all over Tampa Bay. After six years of bringing quality, unique and fresh food, art and more, officials say they're setting records!

Key to Healthy Sight for Aging Eyes: Robin Quigg is a certified ophthalmic technician with The Eye Institute of West Florida who spoke at the Gulfport Multipurpose Senior Center. She encouraged seniors to get a "comprehensive dilated eye exam every year."

Gulfport Firefighters Recognized for Rescue: Gulfport Firefighters Lt. Pete Huffman, Rene Fernandez, Timothy Burton and Christopher Mathis were recognized and thanked for their lifesaving efforts in a recent house fire.

Gulfport City Council Members Take 'Oath of Office': Incumbent Jennifer Salmon and newcomer Dan Liedtke were sworn into office during Tuesday night's regular council meeting.

Hardest Part of Dog Training Is Teaching the Owner: Grayson and Kaiah had their first training day — or should I say, I had my first day of training — with Learn With Jenza.

Top 3 Questions You Didn't Ask Your Attorney: Issue 1: Before you hire the attorney.

Volunteers Help Clean Up Clam Bayou: At least three dozen people came out to pick up trash at Clam Bayou Nature Park as part this weekend.

Clymer Park Antique Show Packs Gulfport: Hula Hula Productions puts on events throughout the Tampa Bay area, specializing in antique and collectible shows. Saturday's Antique Show in Clymer Park was hosted by the production company and Gulfport was happy to participate.

Allergy Invasion: How to Breathe More Easily: Tight-fitting glasses can help keep the pollen out of your eyes, especially while exercising.