Community News
Sunday, June 7, 2026 · Safety Harbor
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.
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.
Sunday, June 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.
Sunday, June 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.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Safety Harbor Medical Call: What We Know So Far
A medical emergency in Safety Harbor prompted a multi-unit response late Saturday, but officials have not released details on the patient’s condition or what led to the call.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Safety Harbor Medical Call: What We Know So Far
A late-night medical emergency in Safety Harbor drew fire, police and medical units, but officials had not yet released details on injuries, cause or patient condition.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Medical Emergency Draws Multiple Units to Safety Harbor Hospital
Multiple emergency units responded to a medical emergency at a Safety Harbor hospital late Sunday night.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Medical Emergency Draws Multiple Units to Safety Harbor
Emergency units responded to a medical emergency at a hospital campus in Safety Harbor late Sunday night.
Sunday, June 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.
Sunday, June 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.
Sunday, June 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.
Sunday, June 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.
Sunday, June 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.
Sunday, June 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.
Sunday, June 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.
Sunday, June 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.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Pinellas County Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
A medical emergency in Pinellas County drew a limited emergency response late Thursday, with dispatch records showing repeated calls at the same address and no confirmed details yet on the patient’s condition.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Medical Emergency Draws Three Units to Pinellas County
A medical emergency in Pinellas County on Friday night drew three emergency units to an unspecified location.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Medical Emergency Draws Multiple Units to Pinellas County
Emergency responders were dispatched to a medical emergency in Pinellas County, Florida, on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Pinellas County Opens Alcohol and Drug Abuse Grant Applications
Pinellas County is accepting applications for alcohol and drug abuse grants totaling $35,000. Nonprofits can request between $1,000 and $10,000 for substance abuse programs, with applications due June 17, 2026.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Pinellas County Gains Flexibility in Federal Beach Nourishment Funding
Pinellas County secured new federal funding options for beach nourishment after signing an amended agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, removing restrictions on easement requirements.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Pinellas County Wins New Federal Beach Funding Options
Pinellas County secured new federal funding options for beach nourishment after signing an amended agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The deal removes easement requirements and expands cost-sharing flexibility.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Vice Mayor Reid Lobbies State Lawmakers on City Issues
Vice Mayor Tom Reid met with six state lawmakers in Tallahassee to advocate for the city's appropriations request and positions on property taxes and sovereign immunity.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Reclaimed Water Line Breaks, Discharges 2,000 Gallons Into Coffee Pot Bayou
A reclaimed water line break at Bay Point Drive NE on May 25 discharged 2,000 gallons, with most of it flowing into Coffee Pot Bayou.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Pinellas County Medical Response: What We Know So Far
A seven-unit response was sent to a Pinellas County medical emergency, but officials have not yet released details on the patient’s condition or what triggered the call.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Medical Emergency Draws Seven-Unit Response in Pinellas County
A medical emergency in Pinellas County, Florida, drew a seven-unit emergency response on Wednesday night.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Toro Toro Miami
Toro Toro Miami will offer a four-course prix fixe menu with live entertainment for New Year’s Eve 2024, featuring dishes like Wagyu Short Rib and Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Pinellas County Vehicle Fire: What We Know So Far
A vehicle fire was reported at 102 Av N and 98 St N in Pinellas County, with crews on scene and no confirmed injuries, cause or damage details yet.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Vehicle Fire Draws Emergency Response to 102 Av N/98 St N in Pinellas County
Emergency responders were dispatched to a vehicle fire at 102 Av N/98 St N in Pinellas County on Tuesday evening.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Vehicle Fire Response Revised to Four Units at 102 Av N/98 St N in Pinellas County
Emergency response to a Pinellas County vehicle fire has been updated to four units, including two fire engines and two law enforcement vehicles.
Sunday, June 7, 2026