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BCC approves funding for 223 affordable/workforce homes in two major housing developments
The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners took a big step Tuesday to bring hundreds of new affordable homes into two large residential developments in the works for south Pinellas. The Commission approved more than $10 million to support 223 new affordable and workforce apartments in the massive Azalea Gateway and Sky Town Apartments in St. Petersburg.
Vacancy announced on Educational Facilities Authority Board
Applications are being accepted to fill two vacancies on the Educational Facilities Authority Board. The two vacancies will expire on Nov. 10,...
Fort De Soto Park fort, dog beach, fishing piers reopen
After extensive repairs and cleanup following Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the historic fort, dog beach and both fishing piers at Fort De...
Cold night shelters opening Tuesday night
Cold night shelters in Pinellas County will open Tuesday night, Jan. 7, the Homeless Leadership Alliance has announced. The shelters will open...
Pinellas homeowners can get up to $30,000 for hurricane repairs
Residents can also be notified about new programs by texting “RECOVER” to 888777 Homeowners struggling to make up the cost difference between...
Unincorporated residents can view substantial damage letters online
As Pinellas County continues to press forward with initial substantial damage assessments, a new online tool allows unincorporated residents to download their...
Vacancies announced on Lealman CRA Advisory Committee
Applications are being accepted for two appointments to the Citizen Advisory Committee for the Lealman Community Redevelopment Area (CRA). These appointments are...
Pinellas County awarded NOAA grant to clean up tires from Tampa Bay and Gulf of America
Pinellas County has accepted a grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for marine debris removal. The County will use...
Cold night shelters activating Tuesday night
Cold night shelters in Pinellas County will be open on Tuesday night, Dec. 3, 2024, the Homeless Leadership Alliance has announced. The...
Florida Botanical Gardens to host annual Holiday Lights in the Gardens
Display is recognized by USA Today as one of America’s best botanical holiday light displays The Florida Botanical Gardens will transform into...