Locally Focused
RENOURISHMENT
Helping Florida’s beaches recover isn’t glamorous, but someone’s got to do it. Janet Nummi shares you can help local Pinellas County ongoing hurricane recovery efforts.
An Elevating Conversation … FEMA’s 50% Rule
Peter Roos explains the 50% rule that limits “improvements” or ‘“restoration” to a structure in to buildings in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas.
Encouraging Words
ENCOURAGING WORDS
Explore the power of connection, compassion, and understanding in building stronger relationships in Dennis Merritt Jones’s exclusive message for Paradise News.
Health & Wellness
Claire Brinsden Jordan delves into the science of smiling and how it can help us feel better.
Caregiver Corner
Discover practical tips for fostering harmony in relationships and resolving conflicts with ease. Explore expert insights in ‘Getting Along’ by Sunways Senior Living.
Dining
Discover the top dining spots in Pinellas County this December! From cozy cafes to fine dining, explore our guide to the best local restaurants and seasonal specials.
Pet Health
PET HEALTH
Whether adopting or purchasing a pet from a responsible breeder, neither should be thought of as a gift.
Gulfport Matters
Stay updated on Gulfport’s December happenings! Discover local news, events, and community highlights in this month’s Gulfport Matters by Marlene Shaw.
Events
Local Businesses
Art Stone Co. in St. Petersburg, FL offers handcrafted stone and ceramic pieces for outdoor spaces, along with vibrant orchids and resilient cacti. Beautify your garden with unique designs and natural elegance.
IICRC certified experts in carpet, tile, upholstery, area rugs, mold remediation, water restoration and more! They do an amazing job cleaning tile and grout, and they can even diamond polish your terrazzo floors.
Legal Corner
LEGAL CORNER
Steve Walden, Attorney at Law shares an overview of Florida Pre-Marital Agreements in our December Legal Corner.
Hanging Around
HANGING AROUND
Community: friends helping friends, neighbors reaching out to neighbors, families taking care of each other and watching out for other families.
Artists Spotlight
Our Children Have Rights
Addressing Education in Parenting Plans
Understanding what education-related issues co-parents commonly disagree on is extremely important when drafting a parenting plan.
Cooking Corner
COOKING CORNER
Janet Nummi shares a refined twist on a holiday classic – Cranberry-Maple Salad, an elegant and healthful addition to any festive table.
More from the magazine…
Selah Freedom
In the 2022-23 fiscal year, the Florida Abuse Hotline Number reported 2,076 reports of human trafficking of which 1,627 were children.
Publishers Message
Our December issue is usually full of holiday preparation ideas, festive party recipes, and lighted boat parade details.