Pinellas residents begin receiving hurricane recovery checks

A family in Seminole received a unique holiday surprise Monday from Pinellas County Commission Chair Brian Scott - a disaster relief check.

Christian Piccion, his wife and infant daughter are the first Pinellas residents to benefit from the People First Hurricane Recovery Program. The $813 million federally funded initiative provides much-needed help for those still reeling from Hurricanes Idalia, Helene and Milton.

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(Long) weekend spotlight: Christmas shows and more

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas week, when the world and the community slow down and reflect. And enjoy.

The performing arts may be quiet, but they aren’t exactly sleeping. Here’s what’s going on, and looking for an audience, through Sunday.

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