New COVID Vaccine Appointments For 65+ Reopen On Friday At 3 P.M.

Appointments for COVID-19 vaccinations for anyone 65 and older reopen at 3 p.m. following a new shipment of 10,000 doses.

Pinellas County Awarded $992,000 From Statewide Grant To Develop Countywide Flood Mitigation Action

It is expected to be used to cover costs of ongoing work.

Leaders Urge Heightened Public Awareness Of Human Trafficking Ahead Of Super Bowl LV

County officials are asking the public to remain vigilant for the signs of human trafficking leading up to and during Super Bowl LV.

Pinellas Receives New Shipment Of COVID Vaccines For 65+ Residents ​

Jan. 22, 2021, happening in Pinellas County

Safety Enhanced For Local Community Events In Clearwater

Jan. 21, 2021, safety announcement from Pinellas County

Kids Tag Art Pinellas Gets Creative With Virtual Awards Ceremony

Fifth grade students were celebrated as Kids Tag Art Pinellas gave out awards online Jan. 14.

Pinellas: All COVID-19 Vaccination Appointments Full

All appointments for COVID-19 vaccinations for 65 and older residents are now full.

Local Sea Tow Captain Recognized For 'Going Above And Beyond'

Capt. Colby Biondo was honored with a national award for rescuing a swimmer.

County Offices To Close In Observance Of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Pinellas County Government offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 18, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Pinellas Redistricting Board Vacancies Announced

Applications are being accepted to fill up to 11 board vacancies, the report states.

Vaccine Rollout Updates And More At County Commission Meeting

Approximately 10,000 vaccines will be available for first dose starting next week, said Pinellas DOH Director Dr. Ulyee Choe.

County Awarded $4.6M Grant For Smart Transportation Technologies

Pinellas County has been selected to receive $4.6 million in federal grant funding for the research and application of smart transportation.

Guidelines Updated For Public Participation At BCC Meetings

Pinellas County has updated its Public Participation Guide for county commission meetings to include preregistration for virtual comments.

State Health Dept. Updates BCC On Vaccine Plans

Jan. 7, 2021 news from Clearwater

County Extends State Of Local Emergency Through Jan. 15

Clearwater announces the extension

Howard Frankland Bridge Closure Postponed

Construction is rescheduled for the weekend of Jan. 16-17.

State Department To Partner With County To Improve Local Vaccine Rollout

Pre-registration complete for first 3K vaccines

County Extends State Of Local Emergency Through Jan. 8

Pinellas County on Wednesday extended its State of Local Emergency for COVID-19 through Jan. 8, 2021.

Pinellas County Offices To Close To Observe New Year’s Day

Most offices to close on Friday, Jan. 1 and will resume normal hours of operation on Monday, Jan. 4. County parks will be open.

City Of Dunedin And County To Announce Effort To Acquire Douglas Hackworth Property

Government officials from Pinellas County and the City of Dunedin will hold an 11 a.m., press conference today announcing the efforts.

Cold Weather Shelters To Open To Homeless On Christmas Night

Volunteers will open cold weather shelters on Christmas night to provide a warm, safe space for residents experiencing homelessness.

Christmas Bike Drive Brightens Holidays For 56 Families

A few of Santa’s helpers from the Pinellas County employee ranks met at the courthouse Dec. 18 and rolled out 56 children’s bicycles.

Cold Warning; Watch Out For Homeless In Need

It doesn't take Bill Gates' billions of dollars to demonstrate a simple gesture of generosity.

Teen Sisters' Efforts To Feed Hungry Attracts NFL Star

The Belleair Police Department and the Mike Alstott Family Foundation​ donated money to supply Christmas dinners to Feeding the Fosters Inc.

Most County Offices, Facilities To Be Closed Dec. 24-25, Clearwater

All Pinellas County government offices will be closed on Friday, Dec. 25, and many will also be closed on Thursday, Dec. 24.

Lost A Precious Keepsake On The Beach? These Guys Will Find It

Tobias Borawski thought his wedding ring was gone forever after losing it on Clearwater Beach.

BCC Extends State Of Local Emergency Through Dec. 25

The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday extended its State of Local Emergency for COVID-19 through Dec. 25.

Disaster Risk Survey Now Open To Residents & Businesses

Pinellas County has launched a new Disaster Risk Survey as part of an effort to understand our community’s vulnerabilities to a disaster.

Online Conversation To Address TS Eta Impacts

Pinellas County residents along the beaches and in low-lying areas and mobile home parks were impacted by Tropical Storm Eta.

Sons Of American Revolution Participate In Belleair Parade

Members of the Sons of the American Revolution Clearwater Chapter Color Guard and Ladies Auxiliary participated in the Belleair parade.

Pinellas County, City Of Dunedin In Lockstep On Douglas Hackworth Property

Pinellas County Government and City of Dunedin officials have announced new developments in the effort to acquire land in North County.

Number Of Positive Tests Doubles In Pinellas County

Pinellas County on Wednesday extended its State of Local Emergency for COVID-19 through Dec. 18.

Tampa Bay Area Hooters Restaurants Donate 6,860 Meals

11 restaurants and Hoots St. Pete raised $3,500 this fall to fight hunger with Metropolitan Ministries.

Utility Customer Service Office To Close Afternoon Of Dec. 17

During this temporary closure, city utility customers have many other ways to pay their utility bills.

After Combating The Coronavirus, Home Health Aide Helps Seniors

A Clearwater senior citizen is being honored by her employer for stepping up to help fellow seniors weather the coronavirus pandemic.

Construction To Impact Park Blvd. Dec. 7-14

Construction for the Pinellas County Redundant Force Main will affect traffic along Park Boulevard between Starkey Road and 84th Lane North.

County Urges Mask Ordinance Compliance As COVID Cases Rise

With COVID-19 cases reaching levels not seen since summer, Pinellas County leaders urge businesses and residents to follow the ordinance.

Holiday Shipping Deadlines Are Approaching In Clearwater

Some local offices will offer extended and Sunday hours.

Front-Line Workers Get Free Starbucks Coffee In Clearwater

Starbucks will offer free coffee for all front-line workers through the end of 2020.

Cold Weather Shelters To Open Tonight, Clearwater

The Pinellas County Homeless Leadership Alliance and Learning Empowered will open cold weather shelters tonight, Tuesday, Dec. 1.