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Timely news from departments and topics across Pinellas County.
Pass-a-Grille beach nourishment advances to next phase
Pass-a-Grille beach nourishment has been mostly completed south of Paradise Grille and will move to the north end of the beach early...
County and partners break ground on High Point Community Park
Elected officials and staff members from Pinellas County Government, Pinellas County Schools and the City of Largo broke ground on High Point...
Bringing Down the House: County clears new path for community revival
In early August, the County tore down the "Blue House," a condemned property at 3925 Mohr Ave. in St. Petersburg. This demolition marked a major milestone in the County's ongoing efforts to improve the area.
Water Shortage Order extended through Dec. 31
The Southwest Florida Water Management District has extended its modified Stage 1 Water Shortage to Dec. 31 2024, due to below average rainfall over the past year. This extension requires all residents to continue limiting watering to one day per week using the approved watering schedule for your area.
BCC approves funds for 164 new affordable apartments in Largo & St. Pete
The Pinellas Commission approved $7.94M to support new apartments in Largo and St. Pete that will bring 164 affordable homes.
Drug Abuse Trust Fund Grant applications sought
Pinellas County is accepting applications for funding through the Drug Abuse Trust Fund Grant, which totals $35,000 for the upcoming 2024-2025 fiscal...
BCC approves historic Rays stadium partnership
The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday approved an historic partnership with the City of St. Petersburg and the Tampa...
Pinellas County opens expanded Bayside Health Clinic
Pinellas County Human Services officially reopened Bayside Health Clinic with a ribbon cutting Friday following completion of the facility’s 2,400-square-foot expansion, which includes the addition of mental health and substance use services.Â
Pinellas increases home repair program to $75K with forgivable loan
To help locals stay in their homes and maintain their property, Pinellas County has revised its state-funded Home Repair Program by increasing financial help up to $75,000 for critical needs like roofs, windows and AC replacements.
Pass-a-Grille full beach nourishment to resume
Pinellas County has received authorization from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to begin full nourishment of Pass-a-Grille beach. Sand placement will...