Community News
Saturday, June 20, 2026 · Tarpon Springs
Brookside Drive Structure Fire: What We Know So Far
A structure fire was reported on Brookside Drive in Clearwater, and dispatch records show Engine 47 was sent to the scene while officials had not yet released further details.
Gas Leak Prompts Significant Emergency Response to Starlight Cv in Tarpon Springs
A gas leak at 1518 Starlight Cv in Tarpon Springs drew a significant emergency response Wednesday night.
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Gas Leak Draws Eight-Unit Emergency Response to 1518 Starlight Cv in Tarpon Springs
Emergency responders are on the scene of a confirmed gas leak at 1518 Starlight Cv in Tarpon Springs.
Saturday, June 20, 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.
Saturday, June 20, 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.
Saturday, June 20, 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, June 20, 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, June 20, 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, June 20, 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, June 20, 2026
Pasco County Removes 280 Tons of Debris From Three West Pasco Neighborhoods
Pasco County crews removed 280 tons of debris from Moon Lake, Gulf Highlands and Holiday Lake Estates during recent community cleanup events.
Saturday, June 20, 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, June 20, 2026
Pasco County Acquires 4G Ranch in Largest Land Purchase
Pasco County and Florida's Department of Agriculture acquired 4G Ranch, a 1,893-acre property north of Land O' Lakes, creating a wildlife corridor and marking the county's largest land purchase to date.
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Pasco County Acquires 1,893-Acre 4G Ranch for Conservation
Pasco County and the state jointly purchased 4G Ranch, a 1,893-acre property north of Land O' Lakes, creating a wildlife corridor connecting three conservation areas.
Saturday, June 20, 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, June 20, 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, June 20, 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, June 20, 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, June 20, 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, June 20, 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, June 20, 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, June 20, 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, June 20, 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, June 20, 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, June 20, 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, June 20, 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, June 20, 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, June 20, 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, June 20, 2026
Tarpon Springs Gas Leak: What We Know So Far
A gas leak in Tarpon Springs prompted a multi-unit response late Friday, with no confirmed reports yet of injuries, evacuations or a cause.
Saturday, June 20, 2026
BREAKING: Gas Leak Confirmed on Riverside Ridge Road in Tarpon Springs; Total of 8 Units Responding
A gas leak has been confirmed on Riverside Ridge Road in Tarpon Springs, with a total of 8 emergency units responding.
Saturday, June 20, 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, June 20, 2026