A Tampa family's house collapsed during post-storm repair work, displacing them before Christmas. Despite the loss, they remain hopeful about rebuilding their lives.

The Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative offers a variety of holiday resources such as tech gadgets, digital content, recording studios, and activities like cooking and games, aiming to enhance seasonal enjoyment and learning.

Hillsborough County's waste collection schedule changes for Christmas include no services on the holiday and early closure on Dec 24th; county offices will also be closed.

Hillsborough County is activating its cold weather shelters to aid the homeless and those without heating as temperatures are expected to drop to 40 degrees Fahrenheit or lower.

Tampa's "Caroling with Castor" event, led by Mayor Jane Castor and non-profit onbikes, will distribute 120 bikes and helmets to children from local programs.

Hillsborough County has launched its ninth annual Hiking Spree, offering rewards for completing trails from Dec. 1 to Apr. 30, 2025, including special holiday-lit hikes.

Hillsborough County's initiative C.A.U.S.E.D. aims to support those with dementia and their caregivers by collaborating with local entities and providing resources and education.

Hillsborough County Solid Waste reminds residents to recycle old electronics responsibly to prevent environmental harm, offering free drop-offs of digital devices and suggesting donations of functional ones.

Largo residents demand action from officials after creeks overflow and flood homes; despite pleas and frustrations, the city points to homeowner responsibility for property maintenance.

The Tampa Police Department hosted its 30th Annual Memorial Run to honor 32 fallen officers, promoting community support and funding for scholarships and the police museum.

A dog and her five puppies were rescued from under an abandoned house in Hillsborough County by animal control officers and taken to a pet resource center.

Sign-ups are available for the 8th Annual Fit City 5K & 1-Mile Walk in St. Petersburg, scheduled for February 1, 2025, featuring fitness activities and health resources. Early registration offers discounted fees.

The Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center is combating overcrowding by waiving adoption fees at their "Home for the Howl-idays" event and promoting a foster program, "Silent Night."