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Exciting New Location for Old Electronics

Pinellas County residents can now enjoy a sparkling new Household Electronics and Chemical Collection Center (HEC3) which has replaced the outdated, open-air facility.  With the growth in volume from 25,000 pounds in 1992 to last year’s almost 2.5 million pounds, the capacity of the old facility was overwhelmed.  The new center has more storage and is easier for residents to navigate. more>>(posted 11-19-09)

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Heritage Village Celebrates Farm-City Week

Heritage Village will host a Farm-City celebration on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The free event is the kickoff for Farm-City Week, celebrated nationally each year during the week leading up to Thanksgiving. It was created to educate citizens about agriculture and to enhance links between rural and urban dwellers. The activities incorporate the past, present and future of Pinellas County agriculture and are designed to enlighten and amuse visitors of all ages. more>>(posted 11-16-09)

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Protecting Your Credit During the Holiday Season

Many of us "pick up the plastic" all too often, especially during the holiday season. Using credit may make the holidays merrier, but abusing credit can create headaches after the New Year. more>> (posted 11-16-09)

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Frying a Turkey? - play now

Frying a Thanksgiving turkey takes a lot of oil. The good news is that used oil may be recycled into biodiesel fuel. Drop off used cooking oil year-round at one of Pinellas County’s convenient sites. For more information, visit “How Do I Get Rid Of It?”. (posted 11-16-09)

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Hurricane Season 2009 Draws to a Close - play now

Now that Hurricane Season 2009 is entering its last half-month, it’s time to breathe a big sigh of relief for a less-than-average season, and look ahead to potential weather threats we may experience during the coming months. more>> (posted 11-16-09)

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Sheriff Announces Second Operation Medicine Cabinet

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office announced its second Operation Medicine Cabinet event, where citizens can drop off their unused prescription drugs. Last spring over a ton of prescription drugs was collected in the first ever Operation Medicine Cabinet event. more>> (posted 11-12-09)

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Florida Cowboys Lasso Attention at Brooker Creek Preserve

The public is invited to the opening of an exhibit by Carlton Ward Jr. from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 15, at Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center. See beautiful landscapes and read the stories of the hard-working ranch hands that inhabit the Sunshine State. The exhibit is free and open to guests of all ages. Preregistration is appreciated for this event. more>> (posted 11-09-09)

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Radio Show Features Consumer Scams, Foreclosure Prevention
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Consumer scams and foreclosure prevention tips are the focus of the Housing Finance Authority’s November radio show, There’s No Place Like Home. The show can be watched on Pinellas County Connection. more>> (posted 11-09-09)

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Flashing Yellow Arrow now at North Pinellas Intersection - play now

North county motorists are seeing a new type of traffic signal at the intersection of Belcher Road and Nebraska Avenue in Palm Harbor. Pinellas County Public Works has installed a flashing yellow arrow as part of the overhead signal controlling left turns at that intersection. more>> (posted 11-09-09)

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Pinellas County Animal Services Participates in “Pooches for the Planet”

Throughout November, anyone who adopts a dog at the Pinellas County Animal Services shelter or the Humane Society of Pinellas shelter will receive a free Pooches for the Planet adoption kit filled with valuable information and free goodies. more>> (posted 11-02-09)

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H1N1 Vaccinations to Begin In Schools

A nationwide lag in the production of H1N1 (swine) flu vaccines has postponed public vaccinations in Pinellas County. As soon as supplies catch up with demand, the Pinellas County Health Department will begin offering the vaccines free at its five center locations. more>> (posted 11-02-09)

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Businesses Can Drop Off Hazardous Waste

The November EnviroBusiness hazardous waste collection day is scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Household Electronics and Chemical Collection Center (HEC3), 2855 109th Ave. N. (off 28th Street North), St. Petersburg. more>> (posted 11-02-09)

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HFA Holds Key to Homeownership - play video

A new mortgage program from the Housing Finance Authority of Pinellas County could hold the key to homeownership for first-time homebuyers. The First-Time Homebuyers Program is for individuals who have never owned a home, have not owned a home in the last three years or who are veterans. more>> (posted 10-26-09)

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Past Meets Present at Market in the Park at Heritage Village

A new, free Pathways Adventure Series is set to add more fun and excitement to Pinellas County Market in the Park at Heritage Village beginning in November. Workshops will be offered one Saturday each month through April. more>> (posted 10-26-09)

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Pinellas County Lands Stimulus Dollars - play video

Pinellas County has applied for 10 grants from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, referred to informally as the Economic Stimulus Program. As of Oct. 19, Pinellas has received six grants. more>> (posted 10-20-09)

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Animobile Brings Free Pet Services

The Animobile is on the road again, bringing free veterinary services, including spaying or neutering and $1 rabies vaccinations, for pets of eligible citizens. Find out where the Pinellas County Animal Services’ mobile veterinary vehicle will be next. more>>

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Transportation:

Road Construction

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Consumer Tips:

Avoid Falling for a Business Opportunity Scam

It’s the American dream to own your business, especially during tough economic times. Although many achieve this dream, others run into financial ruin by falling prey to scams claiming that substantial profits can be attained. A business opportunity is an offer to assist a person in starting his or her own business by providing products, equipment, supplies or training needed to maintain the business. more>> (posted 09-24-09)

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