School Board Concerned by 'Parent Empowerment Act'

What should happen to underperforming schools in Pinellas County?

Doing the Harlem Shake at Hooters at Johns Pass

Watch as the Internet video sensation comes to the Madeira Beach Hooters restaurant.

Take a Peek Inside This $3 Million St. Pete Beach Home

The El Centro Street home offers "breathtaking Gulf water views" from almost every room, according to the listing on AOL Real Estate.

2012 Record Year for Tourism in Pinellas

A record 5,435,000 visited Pinellas County in 2012, which resulted in a record $7.8 billion in economic impact.

Deputies to Deliver Easter Meals to Families in Need

Thursday, deputies, firefighters and church volunteers from Calvary Episcopal Church of Indian Rocks Beach will deliver the foods to 70-plus families in Pinellas County.

Eastbound Traffic Shifts to New Bayway Bridge

The inside eastbound toll lane will be closed for approximately three weeks while roadway work is completed for the anticipated traffic shift for westbound traffic a few weeks later.

Pinellas Beaches Jail Bookings: March 18-24

The following report shows charges associated with residents arrested by Treasure Island Police and Indian Shores Police and booked at Pinellas County Jail between March 18-24.

Treasure Island Considering Changes to Alcohol Ban?

Do you think there should be an alcohol ban on Sunset Beach?

Weather Brings Beach Warnings to Pinellas

The weather service said there is a high risk of strong rip currents.

How Healthy Are Pinellas Beaches Residents?

Pinellas County ranks 38 out of 67 Florida counties in overall health outcomes.

Photos: Underwater Egg Hunt and Springfest in St. Pete Beach

Saturday's underwater egg hunt in St. Pete Beach included pool time, bounce houses, and an interactive touch-a-truck display.

Tampa Bay Waters Show Seagrass Gains

The district maps seagrass in five estuaries spanning the five coastal counties of Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee, Sarasota and Charlotte.

FHSAA Warns Bill Would Make High School Athletes 'Free Agents'

The organization said the bill would be 'dangerous' and 'damaging' to high school athletics.

Beachy Cupcake Flavors Are Popular for Spring Break

'Everything beachy and tropical is selling for spring break' at the Sarasota Cupcake Company on St. Pete Beach, according to bakery co-owner Milan Zammit.

'Spring Breakers' Opens This Weekend

The film, starring Selena Gomez in a bikini, opens tonight locally. It was shot in and around St. Pete Beach, Gulfport and St. Petersburg

Top Headlines: Great White Shark, St. Pete Beach Steak Restaurant, Beach Police Blotter

OK, so you had a busy week. We understand. Let us catch you up on all the highlights from Pinellas Beaches Patch!

OMG PD: Thief Steals Ice Cream, Car Burglar Trapped, Taco Bell Attack

We compile the odd, unusual "oh my gosh" police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

Popular Blogs of the Week

We have super bloggers on Pinellas Beaches Patch. Check out some of the more popular posts from the past week.

Curbside Recycling Coming to Redington Shores

The service will be free and begin April 1.

Summer Camp Options on the Beaches and Beyond!

Enrollment is starting for many summer camps. Here's a selection.

Florida's National Guard Faces Furloughs, Other Cuts

Florida's National Guard members will learn Thursday about the cutbacks from sequestration.

Pinellas County Fair: What to Know Before You Go

The fair begins March 20 and ends March 24 in the parking lot of Tropicana Field.

Powerball Jackpot $260 Million: Where to Buy Your Ticket

Will you be purchasing a ticket for tonight's drawing?

Pinellas Beaches Jail Bookings: March 11-17

The following report shows charges associated with residents arrested by Treasure Island Police and booked at Pinellas County Jail between March 11-17.

Don CeSar Gets New Executive Chef

The "pink palace" on St. Petersburg Beach has a new executive chef.

Great White Shark Caught off Treasure Island

Because sharks are a protected species, the fishermen released the great white.

Pass-A-Grille Church Celebrates 100th Birthday

The Pass-A-Grille Beach Community Church has turned 100.

Health Clinic for the Homeless to be Built

The health clinic will be located near the Pinellas County Jail and the county homeless shelter.

For Sale: $2M Sunset Beach Home Has Room For 70-Foot Yacht

This Treasure Island home is on the market for $2.3 million on AOL Real Estate.

GALLERY: For $2 Million, You Could Live Here

This 1974-built Redington Beach home is listed for $1.99 million on AOL Real Estate. Take a peek inside!

Fish Thief Strikes Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary

Someone took about 100 pounds of fish from the rescue organization's bait hut earlier this month, the Tampa Bay Times reports.

'Spring Breakers' Opens to Mostly Positive Reviews

The movie opened to a limited release Friday, which means you'll have to wait to see it when it's released nationally March 22.

Top Headlines: Chicken Church Reactions, Marriott on Madeira Beach, Police Blotter

OK, so you had a busy week. We understand. Let us catch you up on all the highlights from Pinellas Beaches Patch!

Would Your Condo Make For a Good Movie Set?

A local producer is looking for a condo use for a day of shooting for an independent foreign film.

Popular Blogs of the Week

We have super bloggers on Pinellas Beaches Patch. Check out some of the more popular posts from the past week.

Yup, the Harlem Shake Has Hit St. Pete Beach

It seems no community is safe from this worldwide Internet phenomenon.

New Steak Restaurant Opens in St. Pete Beach

The 1200 Degrees Chophouse opened recently in St. Pete Beach.

OMG PD: Man Killed For 'Fornicating'; Teen Charged With Shooting Dad

We compile the odd, unusual "oh my gosh" police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

Daylight Saving Time: Should Florida Make it Year-Round?

A state senator thinks Florida should stay on the same schedule 12 months a year. What do you think?

Are Property Values Increasing in Pinellas?

Pinellas County Property Appraisers Pam DuBov predicts a 3 percent rise in property values this year, TBO reports.