Bay Area community members and organizations mobilize to provide food assistance amidst potential SNAP benefits disruption due to a government shutdown.

Zachary Tregoe was promoted to Firefighter Paramedic at St. Petersburg Fire Rescue after completing over 1,100 hours of training and passing the National Registry exam.

Charlotte County is seeking volunteers for advisory roles in various service units, with positions to be filled immediately and terms lasting until 2028. Specific experience and locality requirements apply.

Charlotte County has scheduled multiple meetings for civic participation in early November, covering issues from code enforcement to parks and marine policies.

Hillsborough County to host an Engineering Career Connection Event on Nov. 5, offering networking and job opportunities for both new and experienced engineers.

The 10th annual Hiking Spree starts in Hillsborough County at Lettuce Lake Park, offering guided hikes, rewards for trail completion, and activities through March 31, 2026.

Dr. Henry J. Lyons, former head of the National Baptist Convention and a controversial figure with a past that included a prison sentence, has died at age 83.

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue has started building Fire Station 47, aimed at enhancing response times for the growing communities of North Sun City Center, North Wimauma, and parts of Ruskin.

The St. Petersburg Police CALL program is nominated for an award for advancing mental health support and has successfully handled most incidents without police.

Charlotte County residents are invited to attend a Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting on November 5th to discuss parks, camps, swim lessons, and economic impact.

Charlotte County Utilities Department is experiencing issues with their customer service phone line, urging customers to use email or online resources for assistance.

Hillsborough County Extension Service offers November courses on sustainability, tree care, edible landscaping, water conservation, and financial planning.

Tampa's Small Business Navigator celebrates its 2nd anniversary, having assisted nearly 850 businesses, including That's Wat'Sub shop's post-hurricane recovery.