Charlotte County advises drivers of a Dorchester Street lane closure due to Irby Construction's work on power infrastructure, causing potential delays.

Controlled burns are taking place in Hillsborough County, at Blackwater Creek and Balm-Boyette reserves, for ecological maintenance with specific trails closed.

Hillsborough County's STEP program celebrates its first graduating class of emergency professionals trained as firefighters and EMTs, ready for state certification exams.

The NWS issued a Heat Advisory for Tampa Bay until 7 PM on July 30th due to high heat index values. Residents are advised to stay indoors and hydrated.

Largo Police officers participated in a local apple pie judging event to strengthen community relations, sharing a light-hearted moment with residents at the Cypress Palms Apple Pie in July event.

Daily lane closures on Oyster Creek Bridge may cause delays from July 29 to September 2 due to bridge rehabilitation by Thomas Marine Construction. Drivers are advised to be cautious and plan for increased travel times.

Georgelys Natal Vazquez was convicted of cocaine distribution and firearm charges, facing up to 45 years in prison. She was part of a larger drug syndicate; 12 others have pleaded guilty.

Pinellas Park celebrates its Citizens Academy graduates, recognizing their six-week course on city operations and encouraging new applicants for the fall session.

Manatee County seeks residents for its Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, urging applications before the August 1 deadline to shape local housing policy.

Tampa opens Cooling Centers to provide relief during a heatwave, operating July 28-30 at various times across three locations. Residents can text for heat alerts.

A heat advisory for west central Florida including Tampa warns of heat index values up to 112, with recommendations to stay hydrated, indoors, and check vulnerable populations.

Florida's West Coast will host the Premier SuperCopa and SuperCopa+ youth soccer championships in 2026, 2028, and 2030 at the Premier Sports Campus in Lakewood Ranch.

Pinellas County Government celebrates park rangers during Park & Recreation Month for their role in maintaining over 20,000 acres of natural areas and educating the public.