Pinellas County Emergency Management provides guidance for residents to prepare for the 2025 hurricane season, emphasizing risk assessment, evacuation plans, readiness kits, and staying informed.

Hillsborough County is calling for nominations for the 2025 Youth Excellence and Achievement Awards (YEA! Awards) to honor outstanding students for leadership, overcoming adversity, and community service. Nominations are open until August 15.

St. Petersburg outlines a plan to use a $159.8 million HUD grant for hurricane recovery and resilience, focusing on housing and infrastructure improvements.

Hillsborough County honored Rubye Gordon and Arthur Phillips with awards for their volunteerism and impact on the senior community during Older Americans Month.

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is seeking Medical Assistants with Florida MA certification and relevant experience for their correctional healthcare team. Applicants can expect 12-hour shifts with alternating weekends off.

Officer Lenard Cox from St. Petersburg Police Department spent time reading to preschoolers, engaging with them, and gave them graduation gifts to foster early positive relationships with law enforcement.

Hillsborough County is evaluating pedestrian safety improvements for Apollo Beach Boulevard, including sidewalk upgrades and lane changes, with community input sought at a public Open House event and online engagement.

Post-storm damage in Pinellas County has left some parks with limited access to amenities, but repair efforts are underway, with full restoration expected by the year's end.

Hillsborough County invites public feedback on their Balm Boyette Scrub Preserve management plan to guide the stewardship of its ecosystems and facilities.

Tampa's waste collection schedule will change due to Memorial Day, affecting both residents and businesses. Regular service will resume on Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

Hillsborough County promotes pool safety through Safe Pools Day Tampa Bay, with officials checking pool compliance and addressing the high risk of drowning, especially for children, as summer and hurricane season approach.

Gulfport city council plans a second vote on a smoking ban on public beaches, excluding unfiltered cigars. Previous attempts failed in court, but local officials are optimistic and cite environmental concerns as a driving factor.

Charlotte County is starting its Summer Reading program on May 31 with kickoff parties at three libraries, offering registration, entertainment, and activities for families.