Hillsborough County is building a new multipurpose facility at A Kid's Place for foster children, offering vocational training, arts, computer labs, therapy rooms, and more, with a groundbreaking ceremony on April 29.

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office and DEA collected 156 pounds of medications, including 7 pounds of controlled substances, in a drug take back initiative.

The Hillsborough County Fire Rescue and Foundation is hosting an Open House and Toy Drive to foster community engagement and support local hospitalized children.

Hillsborough County is launching a cleanup initiative in the Progress Village area from April 28 to May 2, targeting illegal dumping and code violations.

Operation Medicine Cabinet in Pinellas County offers a secure disposal event for unwanted prescription drugs at various locations on April 26 to prevent abuse.

Charlotte County experienced a decrease in water pressure affecting the western areas, with officials acknowledging the problem and working towards a resolution.

Pinellas County introduces GivePulse, a new digital platform to help streamline volunteer services. It simplifies signing up for opportunities and logging hours.

Hillsborough County is using mosquitofish giveaways to combat mosquito breeding, offering residents free fish for standing water sites after educational sessions.

The 11th Annual Open Doors Forum in Hillsborough County offers networking for entrepreneurs, focusing on M/WBE and SBE growth, with over 50 exhibitors present.

Charlotte County Community Development offices will close on April 23 for a countywide event; plan reviews and inspections continue, but no in-person services or calls.

Charlotte County's sea turtle nesting season begins May 1, with locals and tourists urged to respect the marked nesting sites and minimize disturbances to safeguard the hatchlings.

The NCAA Women's Final Four in Tampa donated 1.2 tons of goods to local schools and left a lasting community impact through fan festivals, literacy programs, and environmental efforts.

Centennial Park Pool in Port Charlotte is closed for public swimming from April 22-25 in the mornings for local swimming lessons, reopening each day at noon.