Today on The Beaches: Baby Elephant, K-9 Demo, T-Storms

Lowry Park Zoo Has a New Star: Visitors to Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo are in for a treat courtesy of new arrival Mavi. The baby African elephant was born back in July, but her name was just selected courtesy of Bay area residents who voted in a contest and the little bundle of joy’s Mom, Matjeka.

Pinellas County K-9 Demo Saturday: The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office and Suncoast Fire Rescue are pairing up for a first ever Public Safety Day from 4 - 6 p.m. at Kolb Park - located on Bay Palm Boulevard between 15th and 16th Avenues in Indian Rocks Beach. For complete details, check out our article, "Indian Rocks Beach to Host Public Safety Day." 

St. Pete Beach Community Yard Sale: Mark your calendars for the St. Pete Beach Community Yard Sale on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Community Center at 7701 Boca Ciega Drive. Do you want to rent a space? Contact the Recreation Office at 363-9245.

Poll Says Voters Are Saying No to ‘The Lens’: A new poll out of St. Petersburg says voters there aren’t too keen on the idea of the city building The Lens to replace the old Pier. What do you think about the proposal? Tell us by commenting below!

More Afternoon Storms on Tap: While forecasters anticipate blue skies and plenty of sunshine as the kids head off to school Wednesday, another round of afternoon storms is likely on the horizon. Highs in the 90s are expected today, as well.