The Ruskin Senior Center held its second annual Wig Fashion Show as a fundraiser and breast cancer awareness event, featuring local seniors and educating on cancer risks and the importance of screenings.

Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office hosted an anti-fraud event at First Baptist Church Dover, with detectives teaching prevention tips, sparked by a church member scam victim.

Largo residents can safely dispose of unused medications at a Drug Take Back event hosted by Largo Police and the DEA, as part of a national effort to prevent drug abuse.

Plant City Police Department received a community engagement award for initiatives like Pizza with a Cop and holiday toy drives, acknowledged by both the department and residents.

The Hernando County Sheriff's Office informed the public of a sexual predator's address change, as part of community safety protocols, providing a link to the Florida sex offender registry.

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue will hold a groundbreaking for new Fire Station No. 47 in Ruskin on Oct. 28, enhancing public safety for a growing area, with completion expected by Oct. 2026.

The Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center is hosting a Paw-loween party for adoptable pets in Tampa, with waived adoption fees, a costume contest, and a photo booth to support animal welfare.

Hillsborough County in Florida invites local associations to apply for the Neighborhood Mini-Grant program offering up to $5,000 for community improvement projects.

Dunedin, Florida, is hosting community watch parties for the Toronto Blue Jays' World Series games against the LA Dodgers, reflecting the town's baseball heritage and pride.

Pinellas County and Keep Pinellas Beautiful seek volunteers for a cleanup at Cross Bayou Canal and Joe’s Creek on Nov. 8, with canoes available and lunch provided.

Former St. Petersburg Mayor David J. Fischer has passed away at 92; remembered for his efforts in city development, handling civil unrest, and environmental initiatives.

A mural by Leah Tinsley, celebrating Tampa's first responders, was unveiled with pride by Tampa Fire Rescue, supported by the Anthony R. Abraham Foundation and the Tampa Foundation.

Polk County Fire Rescue marks 20 years of its Proactive Diversity Recruitment and Training Program, helping economically disadvantaged residents pursue public safety careers with free training and wages.