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New helicopter, chickens help prevent local mosquito viruses

Mosquitoes are one of Florida's unavoidable nuisances, like humidity and exorbitant insurance rates; however, 17 of the 40 species that call Pinellas County home can also pose serious health risks.

Pinellas County officials shed some light on the local fight against the blood-sucking pests Tuesday as the summer rainy season is now in full swing. Alissa Berro, director of mosquito control and vegetation management, said all 40 species begin their life in as little as a capful of water.

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Police chief encourages vigilance during Pride parade

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Weekend forecast: Country’s Jamey Johnson in Pinellas Park

Jamey Johnson, the “outlaw” country music singer and songwriter whose songs have been recorded by George Strait, Willie Nelson, Trace Adkins and others, performs Friday at the 10-acre England Brothers Park in Pinellas Park. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. for the show, which also features Ben Haggard (the youngest son of late legend Merle Haggard) and country/folk performer Zandi Holup.

Johnson, whose own hits include “In Color” and the million-selling albums That Lonesome Song and The Guitar Song, is a former U.S. Marine. He last played the area in 2022, as part of the Last Waltz salute concert (at the Mahaffey Theater) with guitar great Warren Haynes and others. Find concert tickets here.

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