Hillsborough County offers home repair assistance for low-income residents through the Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program, with community meetings to guide applicants.

Hillsborough County libraries offer free programs for families in November, including educational and recreational activities, with details available on the HCPLC website.

A Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Facebook post highlights a meaningful interaction between a deputy and Albert, a 79-year-old local pastor, emphasizing the importance of community connection.

Tampa and South Florida groups gather aid for Hurricane Melissa recovery in Jamaica, emphasizing solidarity and emotional ties while coordinating donation drives for essential supplies.

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.