Gulfport, FL|News|
Carl Asch: Musical Vagabond's Winter Homecoming
Tight-rope walker, singer, magician and knife thrower, Asch has done it all as he traveled the globe. These days, he calls Gulfport his winter home.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
- Tarpon Springs, FL
Rachel Jolley is a USF grad, daughter of a retired fire official and St. Pete native to boot. She is currently the local editor for Tarpon Springs Patch and East Lake Patch.
Previously, Jolley was a freelance contributor for the St. Pete Patch from December 2010 until August of 2012.
Jolley lists soccer as her first love and even played Division 1 ball on an athletic scholarship. In her down time, she enjoys outdoor activities, sports and spending time with family.
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Gulfport, FL|News|
Beach Bazaar's One-Stop Shop
The nifty building holds a post office, a real estate business and an antique/vintage shop – all under one roof.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Chance to See a (John) Legend
Legend will offer an evening of spoken word as well as some of his well-known songs in a benefit show.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
5 Things on the Beach: Santa Letters, Green Flash, Arabian Nights
Santa doesn't have email, so drop your letters off at the Treasure Island Post Office. Grownups can head over to Caddy's for a little holiday merriment. Be naughty and nice!
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
Matter of Taste: Savory Shrimp Selections
Seafood on the beach is rarely hard to find, but we thought we’d give you a rundown on some of our favorite places to grab some shrimp.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
Holiday Kid's Camp on St. Pete Beach
School is out, but work is in- St. Pete Beach has just the thing for your kids this holiday season.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
Gulfport, FL|News|
New in Town: Cousin’s Pizzeria
Authentic, New York style pizza can now be enjoyed at Beach Boulevard’s newest addition, Cousin’s Pizzeria.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
Only on the Beach: Shark’s Tooth
Along the beaches, one can find shells and expired sea creatures, but shark’s teeth are a favorite discovery for locals and tourists alike.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
The Best Thing I Ate This Week: Smothered Hashbrowns
A good breakfast would not be complete without some sort of potatoes- I tried a new twist on the traditional preparation.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Cake Factory Rises in St. Pete
The Cake Factory has been around since 2004 and just opened a new location on 4th Street North with owners Jeannette Cando and Danieel Delgado striving for greatness.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete's Holiday Parade
On Saturday morning, the annual parade featured Santa and a cast of hundreds of locals representing clubs, schools and businesses.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
First – and Last – Snow of the Season
North Straub Park was packed with people and freshly made snow for a December tradition in downtown St. Petersburg.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Power and Sailboat Show Today
St. Petersburg hosts the largest boat show on the Gulf Coast this weekend.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
Meet an Artist: Island Time Design’s Woodworking Guru
The shop best known for tropical-inspired chairs is guided by an artist-businessman who makes every item he sells.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
What Do Local Chefs Feed Their Kids?
Author Fanae Aaron is in town to promote her new book, 'What Chefs Feed Their Kids,' which features some St. Petersburg chefs.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
Gulfport, FL|News|
The (Not-So) Secret Room: Art, Jewelry and More
Mary Joyner opened The Secret Room just three weeks ago in the same building as the Peninsula Inn on Beach Boulevard.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
Gulfport, FL|News|
Ron Sheppard's Old World Attention to Design
Gulfport resident Ron Sheppard runs a cabinet business, showing attention to detail and craftsmanship not found in factory-made items.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Do You Have the 'Worst' Holiday Photo?
Morean Arts Center hosts a contest that runs through the beginning of January.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
Only on the Beach: Surf Style’s Pizza
The touristy chain called Surf Style can be found up and down the gulf beaches, but the one on Treasure Island has a gem like no other.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
Simply Salad: From Grouper to Coconut Chicken
We discovered a few of the best places on the beach to enjoy a healthy alternative to the typical fried foods and burgers.
Rachel Jolley, Patch Staff
