ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — This week marks the unofficial kickoff to the holiday shopping season.

On Tuesday, St. Petersburg launched a program aimed at driving shoppers to local businesses.

What You Need To Know • St. Petersburg launched its Holiday Biz Bingo in the 'Burg challenge on Tuesday • Shoppers can pick up bingo cards at participating stores and get credit for visiting different types of spots and taking part in activities. People who get five stickers in a row can win city-branded prizes • Mayor Ken Welch said the challenge was created to help businesses struggling with post-hurricane and economic difficulties • The marketing, tickets, and promotion manager with Daddy Kool Records said she thinks the program is a good idea to support local businesses, which she says will b

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