GULFPORT MATTERS
Gulfport local Marlene Shaw shares what the holiday season is bringing this December plus where to find local markets and live music.
December 2025 Features
Light the World Giving Machine Arrives in Tampa Bay
From December 16–January 3, visitors at Clearwater Mall can use the Light the World Giving Machines to purchase charitable items – meals, hygiene kits, clothing, livestock, and more – for families supported by local nonprofits.
ENCOURAGING WORDS: WHEN GENEROSITY MATTERS
Dr. Dennis Merritt Jones, DD, explores the differences of the “Spirit of Generosity” and the “Generosity of Spirit” in an exclusive message for Paradise News.
ECO Friendly & Pet Safe Florida Pest Control
Eco friendly Florida pest control. DE is widely used as a non-toxic method for controlling household pests, especially ants and cockroaches.
Worship is Back on the Beaches
How Hurricane Helene has changed how locals worship on Pinellas County Beaches.
ARTISTS SPOTLIGHT
Highlighting Local Pinellas County Artists & Musicians. December features Nate Najar, Stephen Harlan and Janie Haskins
ART NEWS
Pinellas County Arts Highlights: How to view all the new SHINE Murals, where to find a hand crafted gift PLUS best local exhibits & shows this winter!
Publishers Message December 2025
Pete and Renee look back at how the first 70 years of their lives prepared them for 2025 and share gratitude for their Paradise News team.
December 2025 Events in Pinellas County and Tampa Bay
Events happening December 2025 and January 2026 in Pinellas County and Tampa Bay.