The Hillsborough County team, including the Marine Safety Manager, conducted marine operations to maintain ecosystem integrity and safety. They highlighted this via social media and suggested boat ramp passes as holiday gifts.

Sheriff's Hispanic Advisory Council members visited Brandon Senior Center, distributed goodies, and engaged in a cultural exchange, receiving crafts and treats in thanks.

The Plant City Police Department won third place at the Sheriff Chad Chronister's Sporting Clay Shoot at Tampa Bay Sporting Clays, supported by city officials and the local foundation.

Officer Demarcus Smith of Plant City won the Olin S. Wright Lodge #79 – Officer of the Year award for his service, and he's set to join the Criminal Investigations Division.

The NWS in Tampa forecasts mild, sunny weather with highs near 80 degrees, light wind, and partly cloudy nights for the coming days, including Christmas.

A Lakeland tax preparer, George Tucker, Jr., was sentenced to over 7 years in prison for preparing 316 fraudulent tax returns, causing $15 million in IRS losses.

Operation Relentless Justice, led by the DOJ, resulted in over 293 offenders arrested and 205 child victims found, with nationwide FBI coordination against child exploitation.

The article describes the weather forecast for Tampa, predicting clear skies and warm temperatures, with highs in the 70s to low 80s, according to NWS.

Dunedin, Florida's City Commission meeting saw holiday parade winners announced, an Eagle Scout honored, a historic site designated, infrastructure projects approved, and community facilities upgraded.

The Sun City Center Emergency Squad was honored by Hillsborough County Commissioners for its service, and Chief Mike Bardell accepted the award. They provide emergency responses and health training.

Manatee County library system introduces free streaming with Kanopy for cardholders, offering movies, documentaries, and TV shows accessible via app or website.

The City of Tampa has appointed four dedicated employees to directorial positions and has hired a new city attorney, demonstrating a commitment to internal talent advancement.

A St. Petersburg man was arrested by Pinellas County Sheriff's Office on child pornography charges, following an investigation into online distribution of illicit images.