Pasco Sheriff's Office teams up with local groups to hold a free food distribution event on Sept. 17 at the Boys & Girls Club of Lacoochee, starting at 9 a.m.

Hillsborough County is actively hiring for various roles, promising a robust benefits package and the opportunity for meaningful careers in community service.

Tringali Park Recreation Center in Englewood introduces adults to pickleball with Saturday classes from Sept. 13, aiming to teach game fundamentals for $2 per person.

Prescribed burns are being conducted at two Hillsborough County nature preserves for ecological maintenance, possibly affecting Lithia and Plant City residents with smoke.

Nikesh Patel is appointed as Sarasota's new Public Works Director, succeeding Doug Jeffcoat upon his retirement. Patel brings over 20 years of experience and aims to modernize infrastructure.

Tampa's Sulphur Springs neighborhood is developing a community-led action plan, with a workshop taking place for residents to discuss local improvements and vision.

Tampa's Homeless Outreach Team successfully housed a family of five left homeless after hurricanes, providing them with a rental subsidy and support from Family Promise, evidencing the city's commitment to combating homelessness.

Chasco K-8 was briefly on controlled campus status after a false weapon report. Police confirmed no weapon and normal operations resumed with increased law enforcement presence as a precaution.

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is hosting a "Coffee with A Cop - Back to School Edition" event to connect with the community, featuring a touch-a-truck opportunity for kids.

Deputies from the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office rescued a stranded manatee, a scenario contrasting with common false alarms related to mating manatees. The community is hopeful for its recovery.

Dunedin, Florida is offering free compost bins to residents who take an online composting course, aiming to reduce waste and encourage sustainability.

Tampa is intensifying efforts to tackle noise issues, collaborating with HMMH for a community meeting to discuss survey findings and plan solutions for urban noise.

The Punta Gorda Charlotte Library hosts Pet Safety Day on August 23, with tips on pet care, crafting activities, and a makerspace for pet-related DIY projects.