Pinellas County Seeks Public Input On Grant Application For Three Disaster Mitigation Projects

The required 14-day public comment period begins Aug. 27.

Local Resident Celebrates 100th Birthday

St. Petersburg resident Phil Szemela celebrated his 100th birthday this month

Pandemic Pups: Adopting A Dog Amid COVID-19 In St. Pete

Wednesday is National Dog Day, and an increasing number of Americans are turning to furry friends during the coronavirus pandemic.

A 3 Hour Pop-Up Coronavirus Test Site In St. Pete

The Florida Department of Health and the Pinellas County Urban League has partnered to offer a pop-up coronavirus testing site.

St. Pete Ranks As One Of The Most Dog-Friendly Cities In Nation

A study conducted by SmartAsset shows St. Petersburg and Tampa rank among the nation's most dog-friendly cities.

7 FL Good News Stories: Puppy Rescue; School Donations

$2 million lottery winner; Tampa Bay Rays' record; community business support; a woman's dream come true and a Fla. hospital ranks high.

Pinellas Tropical Update: Likelihood Of Storm Hazards Decreasing

COVID-19 Testing still available at Mahaffe Theatre parking garage.

The City Of St. Pete Offers Sandbag PickUp Locations To Residents

St. Pete has multiple self-serve sandbag stations that help residents and businesses prepare for flooding.

Pinellas County Commissioners Extend State Of Local Coronavirus Emergency Through Aug. 28

The extension keeps in force a county ordinance requiring face coverings and social distancing within public places.

Floridians Prefer To Stay Home Than Seek Hurricane Shelter: USF

A study by the University of South Florida shows that most state residents would not seek hurricane shelter due to the coronavirus pandemic.

St. Petersburg Pier Closings Due To Echelman Sculpture Permanent Anchoring Installation

As part of the installation of the Echelman net sculpture, the contractor (Skanska USA) will replace a temporary anchoring system.

Commitment To Families And Sick Children: St. Pete Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share these amazing stories! Presented by Ring.

Free COVID-19 Antibody Testing Offered At Mahaffey Theater Site

Beginning on Wednesday, Aug. 19, residents will be able to receive free testing for antibodies to the COVID-19 coronavirus.

Free Coronavirus Antibody Testing Offered At Mahaffey Theater Site In St. Petersburg

Testing will be available from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday, for as long as supplies last.

Pinellas County Youth Advisory Committee Application Window Opens

A virtual open house is set for Sept. 2.

CareerSource Pinellas Announces Board & Committee Vacancies

Applications must be received by Thursday, Aug. 27 at 3 p.m.

4 FL Good News Stories: Outdoor Classrooms; K9 Recruit; Donations

A monument honoring Black officers fight for equality

St. Pete Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's give them some of the recognition they deserve.

Courageous 12 Monument To Note Black Officers' Fight For Equality

The Courageous 12 — Black police officers who fought for equality in the St. Petersburg Police Department — will be honored with a monument.

Wastewater Discharge Notification – 08.13.2020, St. Petersburg

On August 13, approximately 100 gallons of wastewater was discharged at Lift Station 35 due to a line break.

St. Petersburg's AMC Theatre Reopening Date Announced

The company announced Thursday it will offer retro ticket prices of 15 cents per movie when more than 100 theaters reopen on Aug. 20.

New DMV Location Opens In St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg residents can make appointments online for motor vehicle services at the new location.

Reclaimed Water Discharge Notification – 08.12.2020, St. Petersburg

On August 12, approximately 58,560 gallons of reclaimed water were discharged at the 1500 block of Brightwaters Boulevard.

Wastewater Discharge Notification – 08.12.2020, St. Petersburg

Aug. 12, approximately 25 gallons of wastewater was discharged from a manhole at the 2300 block of 31 St. N. due to grease in the line.

Last Chance For Small Businesses To Apply For City Grant

The city of St. Petersburg created a grant to help eligible businesses during the coronavirus pandemic, and the deadline to apply is soon.

Alumna Answers Teachers' Call For Donations At Boca Ciega

A Boca Ciega High School alumna who saw her teachers ask for help purchasing coronavirus supplies came to the rescue with a campaign.

2020 Census To End Count A Month Early In Florida

Plagued by outreach challenges amid the pandemic, the U.S. Census Bureau said it will end counting efforts for the 2020 census on Sept. 30.

Free Masks At Distribution Sites Around St. Pete: City

The city of St. Petersburg sent out a reminder to residents via Twitter that free masks are available at certain locations.

7 Good FL News Stories: Tax Holiday; Lotto Winners; Boy Scouts

K9s sworn into service; 'Edward Scissorhands' house is on the market; largest bass catch in Polk County and vests donated to police dogs.

Free Mask Distribution By St. Pete Fire Rescue

St. Pete residents can receive free masks at an upcoming drive through event hosted by St. Petersburg Fire Rescue.

Bulletproof Vests Donated For St. Petersburg Police K9s

A non-profit organization has donated bullet and stab protective vests to three of St. Pete police K9s.

New CARES Programs Launch To Help Nonprofits, Child Care Facilities

Pinellas County partners with community groups to distribute more than $34 million in funds.

New CARES Programs Launch To Help Nonprofits, Child Care Facilities

New CARES programs launch to help nonprofits, child care facilities

Seven Recruits Graduate From St. Pete Corrections Academy

The graduates are Pinellas County Sheriff's Office recruits, and Sheriff Bob Gualtieri presented them with their badges.

Mental Health And Wellness Book Club Launches In St. Pete

A virtual book club that is focused on learning about mental illness and wellness debuts through Tombolo Books in St. Petersburg.

St. Petersburg Reclaimed Water Discharge Notification – 08.02.2020

On August 3, approximately 2,000 gallons of reclaimed water was discharged at the 170 block of 74th Circle NE. due to a line break.

In St. Petersburg, Fourth Annual Fit City 5K Goes Virtual

"Healthy St. Pete" to shine a light on health in the Sunshine City with a Glow in the Park themed virtual 5K

6 FL Good News Stories: Newborn Puggle; Beer Diversity

NY donates to St. Pete; eye-catching masks in a competition; an injured owl is saved and a hospital is listed as a top in the nation.

Coronavirus Testing Site Opens After Closing For Hurricane Isaias

Pinellas County announced the Mahaffey Theater's testing site reopening date after its brief closure for hurricane preparations.

Florida Sheriff Cries Foul Over Opening Day Tweet By Rays Team

Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri is crying foul over an opening-day tweet by the Tampa Bay Rays.