Pinellas County Extends Local State Of Emergency

This includes that public beaches and beach parking areas in Pinellas County will remain closed at least through April 17.

Pinellas County Commission Chair Highlights Financial And Behavioral Health Resources

Pinella County remains under Governor Ron DeSantis’ statewide order requiring Florida residents to only leave home for essential work.

Pinellas Beaches Residents: What To Know About Coronavirus And Your Drinking Water

The COVID-19 disease has not been detected in drinking-water supplies.

Pinellas County Issues Updated Businesses Guidance Under Safe At Home Order

The updated guidance also adds several types of businesses to a list of non-essential services, which means they must close under the order.

Pinellas County Opens Ten New Donation Sites For Personal Protective Equipment

The County is coordinating ten new donation sites at local fire stations and nonprofits that will operate this week Monday until Friday.

Nearly $1 million Tampa Bay Resiliency Fund Activated

Four agencies join forces for COVID-19 funding assistance

Pinellas County Opens 9 New Donation Sites For Personal Protective Equipment

Pinellas County is coordinating nine new donation sites at local fire stations and nonprofits that will operate this week.

Pinellas Commission To Hold Virtual Meeting On April 7

Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners will hold a virtual public meeting on Tuesday, April 7, at 9:30 a.m.

Pinellas County Nonprofits Can Now Apply For FY21 Social Action Grant Funds

Pinellas County’s Human Services department is accepting applications from social service non-profits seeking grant funding.

Pinellas County Coronavirus Update: What You Need To Know

Activation means an increased level of readiness for county and partners while maintaining safe social distancing.

Coronavirus: Pinellas County Commissioners Issue 'Safer At Home' Order

"The spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus) continues to pose a significant health risk to our community."

Pinellas County Beach Closures FAQs Due To Coronavirus

Q What is closing?

Pinellas County’s Water And Wastewater During Coronavirus

What you need to know about coronavirus and Pinellas County’s drinking water and wastewater.

Coronavirus: Pinellas County Water Service Terminations Suspended For 30 Days

In the interest of public health and safety in response to the threat of COVID-19.

Pinellas Park Giving Away Free Permits For Pride In The Park

The City of Pinellas Park's Building Development Division will kick off Pride in the Park by issuing free permits.

Pinellas County To Fluff Beach Sand To Prepare For Turtle Nests

The fluffier sand will help nesting sea turtles dig deeper to lay their eggs.

Pinellas County Commission Approves 2020 Federal Legislative Priorities

The program reflects the Board’s federal legislative priorities for the coming year.

Pinellas County Commissioners Rename EMS & Fire Administration Center For John Morroni

The name change honors John Morroni's commitment to public service and his respect for the community’s first responders.

Breweries Provide Needy Pinellas Park Family With New Home

A Pinellas Park family in need is the owner of a new home thanks to the generosity of several Pinellas County craft breweries.

County, Duke Energy Open 8 Vehicle Charging Stations

All but one are available to the public at no charge for electricity.

Findings from Community Assessment Survey of Older Adults Shared

More than 75 Community and Business Leaders Attended CASOA Meeting

Pinellas County Police Officers Rescue Roaming Reptiles On Roads

An alligator snapping turtle learned a shell of a lesson about the dangers of crossing a road last week.

Pinellas Park Woman Claims $2 Million Top Scratch-Off Prize

Judy Caron, 74, of Pinellas Park, claimed a $2 million top prize from the $10 Gold Rush Classic scratch-off game.

Rescuers Transporting 3 Beached Whales Back To Deep Water

Clearwater Marine Aquarium staff is struggling to rescue a pod of whales that have beached themselves on Maderia Beach.

Butts Off The Beach: Black Skimmer Feeds Cigarette Butt To Chick

A Largo nature lover is delivering a graphic message about the dangers of litter on the beach through a series of photos.

Pinellas County To Host Red Tide Summit

Pinellas County and City of Indian Rocks Beach will host a Red Tide Summit on Thursday, March 28.

Pinellas Park To Host 29th Annual Country In The Park

The day's events include musical performances by Lonestar.

UnitedHealthcare Boosts its Support for Girls on the Run

Funding increase includes helping grow program in Sarasota/Tampa region and expand into middle schools

St. Pete Beach Resort Completes $15M Improvement Project

The resort has a new pool and other upgrades.

As Red Tide Spreads North, Marine Life Death Toll Rises

As the toxic algae bloom dissipates along Sarasota and Manatee beaches, Pinellas County beaches are reporting more dead fish washing up.

Share Your Love Of Pinellas Beaches: Become A Patch Mayor

Being a Patch Mayor will get you more involved with the community and help keep people informed on local happenings.

Foundation To Present $61,000 To Wounded Warriors Abilities Ranch

The foundation will present a ceremonial check totaling $61,000 for the construction of a new handicap accessible pavilion at the new park.

Watch: Paralyzed Veteran Ends 1,500 Bike Trip In Pinellas Park

A 1,500-mile journey for paralyzed U.S. Army veteran Ricky Raley ended at about 1 p.m. Saturday when Raley arrived in PInellas Park.

Belleair Bank Donates 'Library House' To Shepherd's Village

Valley National Bank surprised moms and kids at Shepherd’s Village in Belleair this month with a new “library house" stocked with books.

Pinellas County Woman Offers Life-Saving Kidney To Co-Worker

On Wednesday morning, May 23, Jennifer Millimaci will undergo surgery at the Largo Medical Center to donate a kidney to her Steve Arellano.

Love Pinellas Beaches? Share Your Stories, Reach Your Neighbors

Become a Patch Mayor: The best way to share stories and celebrate the unique place you call home.

12-Foot Great White Shark Visits Off Pinellas Coast

The female white shark named Miss Costa was visiting in the Gulf on New Year’s Day.

UPDATE: Upham Beach Project On Hold

The contractor working on the beach stabilization project said forecasted inclement weather would disrupt their work.

Tampa Bay Christmas Events: What To Know Before You Go

The Christmas holiday kicks off this weekend with Tampa Bay's wintertime traditions.

Pinellas Barrier Islands See Limited Access To Prepare For Hurricane Irma

Only barrier island residents and people with legitimate business will gain access until Hurricane Irma passes through Tampa Bay.