Recovery, rebuilding and big numbers: Pinellas County’s 2025

In their recently-released "2025 Accomplishments Report," Pinellas County commissioners explained, in detail, how local government spent last year balancing hurricane recovery with ongoing infrastructure, housing and economic initiatives across the county.

The aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton defined much of the county's priorities: nearly 47,000 homes and more than 1,200 businesses in Pinellas County were impacted. In response, officials focused on accelerating rebuilding efforts while securing outside funding to support long-term recovery.

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Pinellas schools focusing on early learning as enrollments decline

Just last month, the Pinellas County School Board decided to close two schools at the end of the 2025-2026 academic year - Pinellas Park’s Cross Bayou Elementary and Gulfport’s Disston Academy. This is just one consequence of decreased enrollments. 

Pinellas County Schools is prioritizing early education and encouraging families to prepare their children for kindergarten. 

Mary Shedden

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