Roosevelt Elementary celebrates Walk to School Day and milestones, with local leaders attending and infrastructure improvements noted, highlighting Sidewalk Stompers' impact on active student transport.

A Florida couple, Bradley Leon Guerrero Santos and Rosanella Mendiola Borja, are charged with child neglect and Santos faces extra charges for providing firearms to a minor, after allegedly abandoning a juvenile with guns and cash on I-75.

Charlotte County seeks volunteers for fire service advisory and historical committees, with applications open for various terms ending in 2026 and 2028.

Port Charlotte's Centennial Park Recreation Center is hosting a hydroponic gardening workshop on Oct. 22, with sessions teaching how to grow lettuce without soil. Participants receive kits to start their own garden.

Port Richey Fire Department advises using original chargers for devices to prevent fires, especially during Fire Prevention Week. They recommend proper charging practices and highlight safety measures to reduce fire risks at home.

Charlotte County prepares for a workforce roundtable to address local business challenges on October 15, 2025, featuring local leaders and educational figures.

South County is seeking a Utilities Maintenance Operator with experience for maintaining underground utilities. The role involves heavy lifting, outdoor work, and emergency response, with a CDL license required within one year.

The Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park pool in Englewood will close on Oct. 4 for a swim meet, reopening at 2 p.m. Contact Katelyn Crockett for more details.

Tampa Police announced the line-of-duty death of Detective Joe Nance after a vehicle assault. He was the first black officer in the department to die on duty.

Hillsborough County offers a free pet vaccination and microchipping clinic on October 5th at the fairgrounds, with drive-thru service on a first-come basis.

Tampa's weather is expected to be typical for the week with high humidity, temperatures in the mid-70s to near 90 degrees, with daily chances for showers and thunderstorms. Winds may be breezy at times.

Hillsborough County is holding tryouts for a new junior wheelchair basketball team, the Junior Strong Dogs, on Oct. 4 at the All People's Community Park.

A pit bull named Sparta was thrown from a balcony for intervening in an aggressive encounter between a man and a teenager in Florida. The suspect faces multiple charges.