The City of Dunedin addressed a dispute with Baking by the Sea regarding compliance with local business operation codes and refuted social media claims about permitting fees.

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office advises potential recruits on the importance of physical fitness and conversational skills through a Facebook post and podcast series.

The 2026 Prescribed Fire Fest at Edward Medard Conservation Park aims to educate on the benefits of controlled burns for ecosystems and wildfire prevention.

A Tampa mother credits school staff’s CPR and an on-site AED with saving her teen after he collapsed at school.

The Skyway Family Fun Day in Tampa offers activities and games on Feb. 21, featuring a hockey zone, bounce houses, and various vendors.

Hillsborough Pet Resource Center's "Fur-ever Valentine" event offers free pet adoptions on Valentine's Day to encourage residents to adopt dogs and cats.

The article informs about the temporary closure of pickleball courts at South County Regional Park for fence repairs, affecting players on February 26-27, 2026.

Winter Pride will beam a Global Rainbow laser across St. Petersburg next week, launching from the Mari Jean Hotel and running for three nights. Organizers say the display is a statement of visibility and are still fundraising to cover costs.

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

At a Mulberry shooting range, military‑style classes and night‑vision drills are drawing civilians who say they want to be ready for emergencies — and raising questions among scholars. Trainers and the range publish schedules and course details online.

A large alligator was filmed lounging in a Punta Gorda front yard this week; police shared photos and a short video of the encounter.

Charlotte County has implemented new water use restrictions due to low rainfall levels, limiting watering to once per week based on residents' address numbers.

Clearwater Main Library offers a woodworking program led by Librarian Thomas Shepherd, providing hands-on classes and community-building for local creatives.