Community News
Monday, June 8, 2026 · Pinellas County
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.
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.
Monday, June 8, 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.
Monday, June 8, 2026
Habitat for Humanity Builds Home for Clearwater Mother and Son
Diandra Romero and her infant son, Reyden, will receive a new home through Habitat for Humanity in Clearwater. The family currently lives in Romero's grandparents' living room.
Monday, June 8, 2026

Clearwater Family Moves Into Habitat Home After Hurricane Flooding
The Hidri family will receive a Habitat for Humanity home in Clearwater after hurricane flooding damaged their previous residence and strained their finances.
Monday, June 8, 2026
Clearwater Structure Fire: What We Know So Far
Clearwater Fire & Rescue responded to a reported structure fire at 10 Mercury Av. N, with no confirmed word yet on injuries, cause or damage.
Monday, June 8, 2026
the area Structure fire: Live Updates
Live updates on the structure fire in the area.
Monday, June 8, 2026
St. Petersburg Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
A large St. Petersburg emergency response drew multiple units late Sunday, but officials have not yet released details on the cause, patient condition or outcome.
Monday, June 8, 2026
Saint Petersburg Medical Response: What We Know So Far
A multi-unit emergency response in Saint Petersburg remains unexplained, with no public details yet on the patient’s condition, cause or outcome.
Monday, June 8, 2026
St. Petersburg Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
Seven emergency units responded to a medical call in St. Petersburg, but officials have not released details on the patient, cause or outcome.
Monday, June 8, 2026
Medical Emergency Draws Seven Units to Saint Petersburg
Seven emergency units responded to a medical emergency in Saint Petersburg late Monday evening, June 8, 2026.
Monday, June 8, 2026
Eighth Emergency Unit Dispatched to Saint Petersburg Medical Emergency
An eighth emergency unit has been dispatched to a medical emergency in Saint Petersburg, according to an updated dispatch report.
Monday, June 8, 2026
Clearwater Beach Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
A medical emergency at Clearwater Beach prompted a significant response, but officials have not yet released details on the patient's condition, cause or outcome.
Monday, June 8, 2026
Clearwater Beach Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
A medical emergency at Clearwater Beach drew fire-rescue and police response Monday evening, and officials have not yet released details on the patient’s condition or the cause.
Monday, June 8, 2026
Clearwater Beach Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
A medical emergency drew a multi-unit response to Clearwater Beach, with officials yet to release further details.
Monday, June 8, 2026
Clearwater Beach Medical Call: What We Know So Far
A medical emergency at Clearwater Beach drew fire and police units, but officials had not released details on the patient’s condition or cause as of the first follow-up.
Monday, June 8, 2026
Medical Emergency Draws Significant Response to Clearwater Beach
Clearwater emergency responders are on scene for a significant medical emergency at Clearwater Beach, with 12 units deployed.
Monday, June 8, 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.
Monday, June 8, 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.
Monday, June 8, 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.
Monday, June 8, 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.
Monday, June 8, 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.
Monday, June 8, 2026
