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County Offices Closed for the Fourth
Pinellas County government offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. The courts of Pinellas and Pasco counties will not be in session, except for first appearance advisory hearings and emergency situations. County business will resume on Monday, July 7.

Weekend Planner
Celebrating the Fourth of July means the American traditions of cookouts, baseball and apple pie.
Pinellas County parks offer numerous shelters, grills, wide open fields and lovely views to make
every celebration explode with fun. more>>

Take it Easy, Take the Trolley
Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) bus routes will run on a Holiday/Sunday schedule on July Fourth. However, to help people get around, the Suncoast Beach Trolleysm will operate a regular Friday schedule on that day. more>>

Citizens are Reminded to Leave the Fireworks to the Professionals
It hardly seems like July 4 without the rockets red glare – fireworks are a part of the American Independence Day celebration. Pinellas County citizens can enjoy professional pyrotechnics displays offered throughout the area, while enjoying a safe holiday weekend without the bang in their own backyards. more>>

Don’t Fall For The Mystery Shopper Mail Scam
The Department of Justice & Consumer Services is cautioning consumers about accepting a job as a mystery shopper and sending money through wire services as part of the employment process. more>>

Pinellas County Seeks Poll Workers for Primary and General Elections
Pinellas County Supervisor of Elections Deborah Clark is looking for more poll workers for the Aug. 26 Primary Election and the Nov. 4 General Election. A countywide election requires more than 3,000 poll workers, and openings are still available. And, poll workers are paid! more>>  watch video

Grab Some Fun at Heritage Village July Summer Camps
Pump up the fun volume in July at two Living History Summer Adventure Camps for children ages 5 to 11. Each camp day offers something new to see and do with a historical twist at Heritage Village in Largo. Both camps run Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. more>>  watch video