A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect in Tampa Bay until 10 AM as visibility drops to a quarter mile; after the fog lifts, sunny conditions with highs in the 70s are expected.

Morris Bridge Road will close for storm drainage repairs between Cory Lake Blvd and Cedar Cove Dr starting Feb 16th, with detours in place for up to two weeks.

Charlotte County invites residents to discuss a 1% sales tax for community projects in a public meeting on February 19 at 3 p.m. at the county administration center.

CAVA plans two Tampa Bay locations — one in Lutz and one at Bradenton's Marketplace at Heritage Harbour, expanding the chain's local footprint.

The Hob Nob Drive-In, a Sarasota landmark since 1957, is set to reopen this spring under new owners who promise classic burgers, shakes and community nights.

Mote Marine Laboratory is treating three manatees and 25 cold-stunned sea turtles after a rare Florida freeze that has stretched rehab centers across the state.

Companion bills in Tallahassee would add visible citizenship markers to Florida IDs, pitting election‑security backers against civil‑rights groups over privacy and profiling.

Pinellas County to close select offices on Presidents Day for staff training, but key services will remain open.

Polk County deputies released surveillance of a suspected repeat shoplifter at the Publix on S. Florida Ave; investigators say about 278 items were taken across roughly 50 incidents.

Hillsborough County seeks a Veterinary Pharmacy Control Coordinator for inventory management and compliance at the PRC, with a salary range of $39,312 to $51,105.

St. Petersburg has issued an RFP for a feasibility study to see whether the city could form a municipal electric utility and replace Duke Energy.

Dream Finders paid $8.5M for 20 acres at Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel; the builder plans 118 luxury townhomes and a one‑acre commercial parcel near SR‑54.

Localtopia returns to Williams Park this Saturday with 300+ vendors, fare-free SunRunner service and bike valet. Expect street closures and limited downtown parking.