The St. Pete Beach City commission is facing several challenges left for them from prior years. They have been struggling, for example, with decision-making regarding a new library. Workshops are … Read more
The Pinellas County government budget took center stage during the July 19 regularly-scheduled Board of County Commissioners meeting, as county staff presented the proposed FY17 budget and received a national-level … Read more
LOCAL: Tierra Verde, St. Pete Beach, South Pasadena Area Councils Tierra Verde VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Tampa Bay Watch will host cleanup after the Fourth of July weekend, July 9th from 9:00am to noon. Click … Read more
The City of St. Pete Beach has a vacancy on the City Commission for the seat of Mayor-Commissioner, effective June 30, 2016. As provided in the City Charter, the City … Read more
“After two workshops, an open house and neighborhood walkabout,” St. Pete Beach Urban Planner Chelsey Welden told Paradise News, “the Pass-a-Grille community is focused on preserving the historic and unique … Read more
On Tuesday, November 4th Floridians will be making decisions at the polls that will have long term repercussions for our state. We also have local decisions to make that will affect … Read more
With contested races for most U.S. House, Florida Senate and House, and County Commission seats in the November 4 election, registered voters in our Paradise News coverage areas have clear … Read more
Three new guiding forces were recently elected, and a fourth is soon to be chosen through special election. That, alone, is a significant change. These new leaders bring a fresh … Read more
Parents and students who saw the only public elementary school on the Gulf Beaches close in 2009 have a much brighter outlook for the new school year. The Pinellas School … Read more
It’s one of the best kept secrets, but unraveling the mysteries of how Pinellas County works, Pinellas Citizen University (PCU) since 2002 has allowed nearly 500 residents a chance to … Read more