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Timely news from departments and topics across Pinellas County.
Hartley House Historical Marker unveiled in Palm Harbor
Pinellas County Historic Preservation Board and the Palm Harbor Historical Society dedicated a Florida Historical Marker in Palm Harbor on Saturday as...
Vacancies Announced for the Pinellas Public Library Cooperative
Applications are due by 3 p.m. on Aug. 20, 2025 Applications are being accepted for two appointments to the Pinellas Public Library...
Pinellas Forensic Lab recognized as one of the top in nation
The Pinellas County Forensic Laboratory has been named one of the most effective forensic crime labs in the nation, according to a recent award announced by the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors (ASCLD).
Commissioner Flowers chosen as president-elect for Florida Association of Counties
The Florida Association of Counties (FAC) has selected Pinellas County Commissioner Rene Flowers as the association’s president-elect during a recent annual business...
County Government offices to be closed for Independence Day
Pinellas County Government offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. This includes departments under the Board...
Pinellas County modifies North County reclaimed watering restrictions
Pinellas County Utilities is modifying reclaimed watering restrictions for North County customers on Sunday, June 22, as the reclaimed water supply increases....
County Commission approves beach nourishment project
Pinellas County will undertake a one-time emergency beach nourishment project that will partially restore protection of coastal communities and infrastructure by replacing...
Weedon Island welcomes Lighthouse of Pinellas for Immersive Nature Day
Visually impaired youth will connect with natural and cultural wonders Lighthouse of Pinellas, in collaboration with Friends of Weedon Island and Florida...
80 affordable apartments for seniors underway in St. Petersburg
Flats on 4th will provide high-quality apartments for local seniors struggling with the high cost of housing.
Pinellas County Emergency Management shares three key steps for a safer hurricane season
The 2025 hurricane season starts June 1, and Pinellas County Emergency Management encourages people to take three actions: Know your risk, make...