Dunedin honored Purple Heart recipients, featuring U.S. Army Specialist Charles Lemon, an advocate for wounded veterans, reflecting on military sacrifice and valor.

Brooksville citizens can attend a Housing Authority meeting on August 19, 2025, at City Hall for local housing discussions, with ADA accommodations available upon request.

Hillsborough County hosted "Haircuts and Handlebars" in Riverview, offering free haircuts, clothes, and bicycles to preselected kids based on academic merits.

Pinellas County seeks a volunteer for its Historic Preservation Board to replace Commissioner Rene Flowers' representative until December 31, 2027. Applications are due by September 12, 2025.

GT Bray Aquatics Center promotes health with AquaFit classes in Manatee County, offering low-impact, high-intensity workouts suitable for all fitness levels.

Hillsborough County has opened applications for its annual Neighborhood Awards, recognizing community projects and events from July 2024 to June 2025 in health, safety, and engagement.

Clearwater CRA spotlights Consumer Energy Solutions, a company praised for combining energy solutions and philanthropy, which has a strong community presence and was awarded the Tampa Bay Business Journal’s Corporate Philanthropy Award.

Deaf Fest returns for its fourth year in Pinellas County, offering resources, freebies, and information for the Deaf community this Saturday at the Lealman Exchange Community Center.

Charlotte County is seeking volunteers for advisory committees in areas like agriculture, conservation, affordable housing, and public works to facilitate community engagement and input in policy-making.

Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative is offering a variety of free August events, including writing sessions, star gazing, hurricane building challenges, video game coding, 3D modeling, poetry creation, and letter writing.

A community meeting on Rotonda West's paving program by Charlotte County Public Works is scheduled at 4 p.m., August 6 at the Rotonda West HOA Community Building.

Manatee County introduces StoryWalk®, an interactive trail mixing reading and walking outdoors, at Pride Park to promote literacy and healthy lifestyles for children and families.

Hillsborough County advises residents on heat safety and offers air-conditioned public spaces like libraries, senior centers, and splash pads for refuge.