Hernando County is set for collective bargaining with firefighters; a public meeting will be held on August 4, 2025, to negotiate the fire fighters' union agreement.

Sherri Winston, a celebrated children's author, will speak at the Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library in Tampa on August 6; the first 50 children receive a free book.

The City of Tampa celebrated the Green Team's 15,000 service hours, with graduates each contributing over 1,700 hours to environmental projects in the community.

Charlotte County invites high school juniors and seniors to apply for its Fall 2025 Junior Commission program, which educates participants about local government operations from September to December.

Manatee County is seeking two volunteers to serve as Special Magistrates to decide on local code violations. Candidates with a legal background are preferred, but others may apply. Applications are due by September 1, 2025.

Hillsborough County has issued a heat advisory due to extreme temperatures, urging residents to take precautions such as staying indoors, hydrating, and using public cooling sites.

Hillsborough County's Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) and Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES) provide critical communication during emergencies when traditional methods fail.

The City of Tampa honors Mary Bryan, retiring after 63 years, with a celebration on August 1, highlighting her impactful career and service across 11 mayors and numerous roles.

Punta Gorda Charlotte Library is set to host a Bicycle Safety Day on August 16, featuring safety presentations, a kids' obstacle course, and free helmet fittings.

Hillsborough County invites neighborhoods to apply for the 2025 Neighborhood Awards by Aug 22, celebrating improvements in health, safety, and engagement, with a $500 prize and a chance to be named Neighborhood of the Year.

The Tampa Bay Pet Resource Center, over capacity due to record heat, is seeking community help through adoption, fostering, and donations to ensure the safety and comfort of local pets.

Pinellas County's Move Safe Pinellas program improved pedestrian and biking safety by presenting at a Palm Harbor camp, providing 100 kids with fitted bike helmets and safety awareness.

Hillsborough County sets up five self-serve sandbag sites for residents to prepare for potential flooding, providing materials and tools for sandbag filling.