The Platinum Group

06/16/2026

The third annual Shuffle with Pride raised over $10,000 for PFLAG Safety Harbor June 12 at the St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club.

06/12/2026

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06/06/2026

When you love what you do, it shows in how you do it! What an absolute honor to be recognized on The RealTrends verified list as one of the top 1.5% of real estate professionals nationwide!

05/16/2026

We are thrilled to announce Blake Samples has joined The Platinum Group!

Blake started his real estate careering Nashville in 2014. With a background in marketing and a natural ability to connect with people, real estate quickly became the perfect fit. After years in Nashville, Blake returned to his Gulf Coast roots and made St. Petersburg home, where he quickly fell in love with the energy, growth, and sense of community throughout Tampa Bay. , Blake enjoys helping clients through every stage of the buying and selling process — from first-time homebuyers to luxury and waterfront properties. He is also well versed in Flooded properties and the FEMA 50/50 Rules! His experience in marketing gives him a creative edge when it comes to showcasing listings and navigating an ever-changing market, while his Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) designation allows him to better assist older adults and their families through important transitions.

Welcome to the team!

05/07/2026

04/24/2026

Beautiful 2 bedroom/ 2 bathroom home located in the heart of Woodlawn Circle!

$825,000.00

Call Dan Casper @ 773-965-6465 to schedule your private tour!

02/27/2026

Our waterfront comes to life Feb. 27 – March 1 as the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg returns to downtown for another exciting race weekend! 🏎️

Here’s a quick guide to help you plan — the full schedule & details here: www.stpete.org/news_detail_T30_R1602.php

Grand Prix Flag Raising
📍 City Hall, 175 5th St. N
🗓 Thursday, Feb. 26 | 10 a.m.
Free to attend

NTT INDYCAR SERIES Party in the Park
📍 North Straub Park, 400 Bayshore Dr. NE
🗓 Thursday, Feb. 26 | 4 – 7 p.m.
Free to attend

5K Run & Walk
📍 North Straub Park
🗓 Thursday, Feb. 26 | 5 p.m.
Sign up: gpstpete5k.com

Gates Open & Racing Begins
🗓 Feb. 27 – March 1
🎟 Tickets required
Full weekend schedule: gpstpete.com/festival/schedule

🚗 Parking Info
• Tropicana Field – Lots 6 & 7 only
Enter at 3rd Ave. S & Dr. MLK Jr. St. S and head west to the main entrance at 10th St. S.
• Motorcycle Parking (Fri/Sat/Sun)
$15 along the west side of 1st St. S between 1st Ave. S and Central Ave.

🚌 Getting Around
• Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority SunRunner service
• Shuttles (buses and trolleys) from Tropicana Field parking
• Downtown Looper
• Bike share & e-scooters

🚧 Road Closures
• 6th Ave. S, 5th Ave. S, 4th Ave. S & 2nd Ave. S east of 2nd St.
• 1st Ave. S & Central Ave. east of 1st St.
• Bayshore Dr. south of 2nd Ave. NE (except access to Demens Landing)

Have fun, plan ahead, and stay safe, St. Pete! 🏁

02/13/2026

St. Pete is buzzing this weekend! Here’s what’s happening so you can plan the fun — and plan around the traffic. Stay safe and have fun!

💚 February 14th – Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival, Inc
The 9th Annual Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival returns from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Road closures: 9th Ave. S (22nd St. S to Jordan Park St.) and 22nd St. S (7th Ave. S to 9th Ave. S) from 5:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Enjoy food, urban agriculture, and collard giveaways.

🩵 February 14th – Tampa Bay Rays Fan Fest
Fan Fest returns from 1 – 5 p.m. in front of Tropicana Field, on the plaza, and along 16th St. S. This free event features a charity yard sale, games, and player interactions. Parking will be available at Tropicana Field.

🩷 February 14th - Localtopia
The 14th Annual Localtopia takes over Williams Park! Downtown parking includes the South Core Garage (enter via 1st Ave. S between 1st & 2nd St.). Ride the SunRunner — free on Feb. 14! Additional nearby parking: 800 1st Ave. S lot and the Central Parking Garage (enter from 1st Ave. N between 13th & 15th St.).

💛 February 14th – Tampa Bay Rowdies
The Tampa Bay Rowdies continue preseason play vs. CF Montréal. Kickoff: 6 p.m.

🧡 February 15th – Festivals of Speed
Vinoy Park | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Featuring up to 250 exotic cars, motorcycles, and luxury brands. (4,000 attendees expected.)

💜 February 15th – Winter Pride Saint Pete
Grand Central District | 12 – 5 p.m.
Central Ave. will close from 22nd St. to 25th St.
Enjoy local vendors, food, and live entertainment.

02/07/2026

Welcome to your own private Oasis!
4 bedroom/3bathroom pool home located in the heart of Woodlawn Circle!
$1,495,000.00

call for your private tour today!
773-965-5465