Locally Focused
Understanding FEMA’s ‘Substantially Damaged’ Designation Appeals Process
Learn how to appeal FEMA’s ‘Substantially Damaged’ designation for properties in flood hazard areas. This guide outlines the assessment and appeal process to help homeowners navigate repair and rebuilding challenges.
The Navy League of Sarasota-Manatee | Preserving Maritime Heritage for Future Generations
Discover how The Navy League of Sarasota-Manatee supports sea services, preserves maritime history, and fosters patriotism through community engagement and outreach.
Barrier Island Towns Have Ambitious Goals for 2025
The mayors of Madeira Beach and St. Pete Beach shared their forward-looking optimism for Pinellas County barrier island recovery efforts in 2025.
Encouraging Words
ENCOURAGING WORDS
Are you ready to launch into the new year? Dennis Merritt Jones, DD shares his affirmation for 2025 and how we can grow in the new year.
Health & Wellness
Claire Brinsden Jordan shares some basics for understanding which yoga class is right for you plus where you can take a free yoga in St. Petersburg, FL this year!
Caregiver Corner
Discover the best apps for seniors living alone that promote safety, connection, and entertainment. Explore tools to enhance independence and well-being in our January Caregiver Corner form Sunways Senior Living.
Dining
Kelly Rouse highlights NEW local St. Petersburg restaurants: THE NEON LUNCHBOX, LAJAWAB INDIAN, CYBEL, JUNO & THE PEACOCK.
Pet Health
PET HEALTH
Whether adopting or purchasing a pet from a responsible breeder, neither should be thought of as a gift.
Gulfport Matters
Catch up on Gulfport’s latest news, events, and community highlights in our January 2025 edition of Gulfport Matters. Stay connected with local happenings!
FINANCE
The federal estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax exemptions will be cut in half.
Cooking Corner
COOKING CORNER
Janet Nummi shares how to make New Year’s Black-Eyed Pea and Cabbage Soup – a quick, easy, and tasty soup to ring in the New Year.
Events
Local Businesses
Discover Red Royal Electric, a Clearwater-based company offering comprehensive electrical services in the Greater Tampa Bay Area. From repairs and installations to safety inspections, trust their licensed electricians for all your needs.
Beverly Gianna Luxury Jewelry & Design in St. Petersburg, FL transforms inherited jewelry & gold into modern pieces you love to wear.
Legal Corner
LEGAL CORNER: Understanding Florida Auto Insurance Property Damage Coverage
Steve Walden, Attorney at Law, explains Florida auto insurance property damage coverage in his latest Legal Corner advice column for Paradise News.
Hanging Around
Date Day in Downtown St. Pete | A Boutique Gym & Dinner for Two
Caron Schwartz shares her downtown St. Petersburg date day with her husband to Journey Into Fitness, the Ukulele Festival in downtown St. Pete and Dirty Laundry for dinner.
Artists Spotlight
Our Children Have Rights
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CONSIDERATIONS FOR PARENTING PLANS
Jake Hornstein & Greg Hill with Our Children Have Rights (OCHR) share major child development considerations to include when making a parenting plan.
The Centre SPB
8 Reason to Kick off the New Year at The Centre SPB!
The Centre St. Pete Beach shares Top 8 Reasons to Get Your Florida Medical Marijuana Card and welcomes Shannon Gruber and Dr. Natalie Park to The Centre SPB and Triverde Health & Wellness family!
Real Estate
REAL ESTATE: Elevate Your Home & Spirit Too
Elevate and celebrate rebuilding your life with a 200-mph wind protected, elevated concrete shell delivered from modular factories to existing home sites as small as 40’ x 75’.
Publishers Message
Read the Publisher’s January 2025 Message for reflections, community highlights, and upcoming events in Pinellas County. Stay connected with Paradise News.
TIDBITS
Stay updated on January 2025 events, festivals, concerts, and local news in St. Pete and Pinellas County. Discover travel updates and business highlights!