Traffic may be delayed on West Tarpon Blvd in Charlotte County due to new fiber optic installation by Bluestreak Fiber, with intermittent lane closures from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on January 29.

Gasparilla 2026 features a pirate invasion in downtown Tampa with activities at the Tampa Convention Center, starting January 31, including a flotilla and brunch.

Hillsborough County offers a Self-Employment Workshop Program for residents looking to start a business, with a February 15 application deadline and income qualifications for participation.

Hillsborough County enforces one-day-per-week watering restrictions due to severe drought and a significant rainfall deficit. Exemptions apply for various watering methods and financial incentives are offered for water-saving devices.

A Polk County man received an 18-year sentence for meth trafficking after pleading guilty, highlighting Operation Take Back America's federal efforts against crime.

Hillsborough County seeks a licensed Florida architect with four years post-registration experience, offering a job focused on major capital projects in vertical construction, with a salary starting at $75,129.60 per year.

The Entrepreneur Collaborative Center in Hillsborough now hosts Year Up United, providing free job training and internships to young adults aged 18-29.

The Tampa Police Department is hosting a treasure hunt with daily clues on social media, offering prizes like T-shirts and tickets, promoting safety and engagement for Gasparilla celebrations.

The NWS has issued a cold weather advisory for the Tampa area with wind chills as low as 26 degrees, cautioning residents to dress warmly and check on the vulnerable.

The U.S. Attorney's Office in Florida is intensifying efforts against human trafficking with legal action, education, and collaboration with federal and local agencies, as part of a national prevention initiative.

The City of Dunedin, Florida, explained its budget allocation for FY 2026 on social media, detailing how property taxes contribute to services such as public safety and parks, with a link for additional information.

Pinellas County prepares to open cold night shelters for the homeless on January 26 due to low temperatures, with PSTA offering free bus rides to these shelters.

St. Petersburg invites residents to join civic boards, highlighting vacancies via social media and encouraging community involvement in local governance.