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Timely news from departments and topics across Pinellas County.
BCC approves grant to continue fight against opioid overdoses
The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday approved a $2 million federal grant that will help the County strive to...
Pinellas County names its 2021 Fire Professionals of the Year
At its Tuesday, Sept. 21 meeting, the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners named the recipients of the 2021 Fire Professional of...
Pinellas earns improved Class 3 CRS rating from National Flood Insurance Program
Pinellas County Government has earned an improved Community Rating System (CRS) rating from the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The new Class...
UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas debuts Naturally Florida podcast
UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas and Polk County have premiered a podcast for those interested in learning about Florida’s ecosystems, wildlife, water resources, plants and more.
BCC approves Penny funding for 4 affordable housing projects
The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday approved funding from the Penny for Pinellas for four projects that will bring hundreds of new homes at affordable rents to the community.
Wastewater/Stormwater Partnership highlights progress
2-Jun-21
Historical Marker celebrates Dansville community
Commissioners, founder descendant tell story of historically Black community
Housing development for homeless gets national award
13-May-21
Pinellas drafts additional policies to address flooding
April 8, 2021 Pinellas County has identified potential policies to address the reduction of current and future flood risks in its coastal areas.
Rental assistance program to launch Wednesday to help renters avoid COVID-19 related evictions
Financial help will be available starting Wednesday for Pinellas County residents who are falling behind on rent due to the COVID-19 pandemic....