Hillsborough County's annual Hiking Spree, delayed to ensure post-hurricane park safety, begins December 1, offering rewards for exploring diverse trails until April 30, 2025.

Tampa has received a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Municipal Equality Index for LGBTQ+ inclusivity for the second consecutive year.

The Tampa Convention Center Garage was named the "2024 Innovative Facility of the Year" by the National Parking Association after substantial upgrades.

The Family Resource Center in Ridge Manor, FL, is closing on November 26th, 2024, with essential services ceasing and comfort stations remaining for a while.

Clearwater Beach's Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival for 2025 announces "DinoShores: A Prehistoric Adventure in Sand!" as the theme, with sand sculptures, AR experiences, entertainment, and discounted tickets for select groups.

The Philadelphia Phillies have donated $1 million to aid Clearwater’s recovery from hurricanes, offering a matching grant to inspire further community support.

FEMA seeks multifamily rental properties in Pinellas County to house people displaced by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, offering aid for necessary repairs through their MLR program.

A storm debris disposal site in Pinellas County will close on Nov. 17, nudging unincorporated residents to seek alternative options or wait for county collection.

Volunteers in Clearwater, Florida, join the "Big Cleanup Clearwater" initiative to collect litter following hurricanes. More than 16,000 pounds have been collected since 2021, with a record turnout this year.

Tampa Mayor Jane Castor joins Sidewalk Stompers at Adum K-8 for a rescheduled National Walk/Bike to School Day on Nov 6th, after hurricanes delayed the event.

Two Hillsborough County waste facilities will return to normal hours after storm cleanup, with operations from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Other centers maintain extended hours for yard waste.

Hernando County is scheduling aerial mosquito control after Hurricane Milton, with nighttime sprays planned for November 2-3, 2024, to reduce the increased mosquito population.

Hurricane Milton has disrupted Tampa's utility billing, leading to estimated bills based on past usage due to inaccessible water meters. No late fees will apply, and true-up will occur when normal meter reading resumes.