Community News
Thursday, May 7, 2026 · Largo
Dunedin Preschool Program Focuses on Kindergarten Readiness
Dunedin's preschool program for 3-4 year olds focuses on kindergarten readiness through engaging activities like art, music, and outdoor play.
Dunedin Highlanders Set for Inaugural Home Opener on August 31st
The 2nd Half Dunedin Highlanders will play their inaugural home opener on Saturday, August 31st, at 7:00 PM at Freedom Field in Dunedin Memorial Stadium.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Dunedin's Community Redevelopment Agency: A Look at Downtown's Transformation
Dunedin's vibrant downtown, with its plentiful businesses and green spaces, is a direct result of the Community Redevelopment Agency's revitalization efforts.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Honeymoon Island State Park to Host Beach Cleanup This September
A beach cleanup is scheduled for September 21st at Honeymoon Island State Park, inviting volunteers to help remove litter and debris.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Our Role in Protecting Turtles, From the Nest to the Water
A local perspective on sea turtle conservation efforts highlights the work being done to protect nesting populations, with three species showing stable or increasing numbers in a monitored region.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Largo Medical Call: What We Know So Far
Largo Fire Rescue responded to a medical emergency in a commercial area, and dispatch records show repeated calls to the same address earlier in the day.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Largo Commercial Area Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
Largo Fire Rescue responded to a medical emergency at a commercial site with no injuries reported, and dispatch records show three prior medical calls at the same address today.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Largo Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
Largo Fire Rescue responded to a medical emergency in a commercial area, and officials have not yet released details on the patient, cause or outcome.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Largo Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
Largo Fire Rescue responded to a medical emergency at a commercial area Tuesday evening, with dispatch records showing a two-unit response and multiple prior calls at the same address.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Largo Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
Largo Fire Rescue responded to a medical emergency in a commercial area Wednesday evening, and officials have not yet released details on the patient or the cause.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Largo Medical Call: What We Know So Far
Largo Fire Rescue responded to a medical emergency in a commercial area, and officials have not yet released details on the patient condition, cause or outcome.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Medical Emergency Draws Largo Fire Rescue Response to Commercial Area
Largo Fire Rescue responded to a medical emergency with two units in a commercial area of Largo Wednesday night.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Medical Emergency Draws Largo Fire Rescue Units to Largo Business
Largo Fire Rescue units responded to a medical emergency in Largo, FL, on Wednesday evening.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
St. Petersburg Opens $42 Million Fund for Affordable Housing Developers
St. Petersburg opened applications for $42 million in federal grants for developers building or renovating affordable rental housing, with applications due today.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
St. Petersburg Hosts Hurricane Prep Expo and City Hall Event May 27
St. Petersburg invites residents to a free Hurricane Preparedness Expo and City Hall on Tour event May 27 at Lake Vista Park, where officials will distribute supplies and discuss storm readiness.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Arthur Penny Sworn In for Second Term as Mayor
Arthur Penny was sworn in Tuesday for his second four-year term as mayor, running unopposed in the election.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Pinellas County tightens water restrictions to one day per week starting April 3
Starting April 3, Pinellas County residents can water lawns only once per week based on their address number. Violations carry a $193 fine.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
St. Petersburg Serves Free Breakfasts and Lunches at 17 Sites Through August
St. Petersburg offers free breakfasts and lunches to children and teens 18 and under at 17 locations through August 7. No registration or proof of income required.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
St. Petersburg Mayor Welch to Present 2026 State of the Economy on June 3
Mayor Welch hosts the 2026 State of the Economy on June 3 at The Mahaffey Theater, examining the city's job growth and business expansion.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Pinellas County urges residents to prepare for hurricane season
Pinellas County Emergency Management urges residents to determine their evacuation zone and prepare as hurricane season opens June 1.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Largo Opens New City Hall at Horizon West Bay
Largo residents can now access city services at the new City Hall, located at 440 West Bay Drive, which opened Tuesday.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Clearwater OR Technician Wins Habitat for Humanity Homeownership
Clearwater OR technician Tara Sims has been accepted into Habitat for Humanity's homeownership program after more than a decade at BayCare.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
South Pasadena Fire Department Celebrates Firefighter Bill Potter's Retirement After 18 Years
Firefighter Bill Potter retired from the South Pasadena Fire Department this week after 18 years of dedicated service to the Pinellas County community.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Clearwater Mother, Three Children Move Into Habitat Home
A Clearwater mother of three will move into a Habitat for Humanity home after years of housing instability, providing her family with stability and permanent shelter.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Kistler Family Moves Into Habitat for Humanity Home in Clearwater
Abby Kistler and her son Carter move into a Habitat for Humanity home in Clearwater, ending years of housing instability and high rent.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Clearwater Mother, Son Move Into Habitat for Humanity Home
Abby Kistler and her son Carter will move into a Habitat for Humanity home in Clearwater after years of housing instability.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Clearwater Woman Wins Habitat for Humanity Home After Nine Years in Case Management
Abby Kistler, a longtime child welfare advocate, has been accepted into Habitat for Humanity's homeownership program in Clearwater.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Clearwater Woman, Son Move Into Habitat Home
Abby Kistler and her teenage son will move into a new Habitat for Humanity home in Clearwater after years of housing struggles as a working single mother.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Habitat for Humanity Helps Clearwater Mother, Daughter Move to Their First Home
Florencita Bernardez and her daughter Skylah will move into a new Habitat for Humanity home in Clearwater after years of sharing a cramped one-bedroom apartment.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Clearwater Family Finds Home Through Habitat Program
A Clearwater family of five moves into a Habitat for Humanity home after struggling with rising housing costs and poor living conditions.
Thursday, May 7, 2026