Local News in Pinellas County

Pasco to link Asbel Road neighborhoods to Ridge Road Extension

Pinellas County eyes private dollars for public facilities

County commissioners want to explore naming rights and other commercial opportunities.

‘Republicans for Jolly’ effort launches in St. Petersburg

A group of Florida Republicans announced Monday to fellow party members that it’s okay to cross party lines and vote for Democrat David Jolly for governor in November. The “Republicans for Jolly” group will be co-chaired by Manatee County Commissioner George Kruse and Greg…

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Window closing for Clearwater redevelopment proposals

Developers have until Sept. 18 to submit proposals for nearly 25 acres of Pinellas County-owned property across 17 sites in downtown Clearwater. The county is seeking a large-scale redevelopment incorporating housing, hotels, retail and commercial uses, with proposals remaining…

$30.6M in tourism money up for grabs

Pinellas County commissioners are set to consider a $30.6 million cap for the next round of tourist-tax-funded capital projects Sept. 24. The money comes from the county’s bed tax and can support major tourism-related construction projects, putting millions in public funding on…

Allegiant deal brings a 61% revenue boost to Pinellas airport

The agreement comes as St. Pete-Clearwater moves forward with a major terminal improvement program.

Rays become first team to clinch playoff berth

The Tampa Bay Rays have become the first major league team to clinch a spot in the playoffs. They defeated the Houston Astros, 3-1, Sept. 11. This is the team’s first time in the postseason since 2023.

Happy 100th, gas station-turned-bagel shop

The building was home to one of the first gas stations in St. Petersburg.

At the Off-Central, ensemble work puts the fun in dysfunctional

The Tony-winning 'Vanya and Sonya and Masha and Spike' continues through Sept. 20.