Community News
Saturday, May 23, 2026 · Seminole
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.
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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 2026
Seminole County Vehicle Fire: What We Know So Far
Seminole Fire Rescue responded to a reported vehicle fire near 113th Street N and 90th Avenue N, with no confirmed public details yet on injuries, cause or damage.
Saturday, May 23, 2026
Seminole County Vehicle Fire: What We Know So Far
A vehicle fire was reported near 113th Street North and 90th Avenue North in Seminole County, with no additional official details yet released.
Saturday, May 23, 2026
Vehicle Fire Prompts Seminole Fire Rescue Response to 113th Street N/90th Avenue N
Seminole Fire Rescue responded to a vehicle fire at 113th St N and 90th Av N in Seminole Friday night.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 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.
Saturday, May 23, 2026
St. Petersburg to Receive FEMA Funding for Water Reclamation Facility
FEMA will fund upgrades to St. Petersburg's Northeast Water Reclamation Facility. Public comment period runs through June 4.
Saturday, May 23, 2026
St. Petersburg Shifts Trash Collection Schedule for Memorial Day
The city will close municipal facilities for Memorial Day and adjust trash and recycling collection schedules accordingly.
Saturday, May 23, 2026
St. Petersburg Opens Public Hearing on Zoning Changes
St. Petersburg residents can weigh in on zoning regulation changes at a public hearing Nov. 14 at City Hall Auditorium.
Saturday, May 23, 2026
St. Petersburg to Hear Public Input on Zoning Changes
St. Petersburg will hold a public hearing November 14 on proposed changes to its zoning regulations. Residents can review the proposed ordinance at City Hall before the 6 p.m. meeting.
Saturday, May 23, 2026
St. Petersburg Seeks Residents for City Boards and Committees
St. Petersburg is recruiting residents for three city boards, including the Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee, the Committee to Advocate for Persons with Impairments, and the Development Review Commission.
Saturday, May 23, 2026
3 Daughters Brewing Extends Partnership With Tampa Bay Rowdies
3 Daughters Brewing extended its partnership with the Tampa Bay Rowdies, keeping locally brewed craft beer at Al Lang Stadium.
Saturday, May 23, 2026