Martez Manning was sentenced to 15 years for firearm possession after a guilty plea, with his seven felony convictions, including drug charges, leading to stricter penalties.

Salcines Park in West Tampa is slated for a $1.4 million revamp, including new amenities and shaded areas, funded by Tampa's CRA, with a summer 2026 completion date.

Hillsborough County is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse for Head Start and Aging Services, with a salary of $39,312 to $55,078, as announced on social media.

The City of Tampa invites residents to join Metropolitan Ministries for Easter Sunday dinners, promoting community and companionship for those in need.

Nebraska Avenue in Tampa will close between Palm Avenue and Columbus Drive from April 20 for over a week due to I-275 project construction, with clear detour signs and potential traffic increases expected.

Charlotte County invites families to a free REC2U Spring Safari event at Dever Park on May 3, featuring activities like a water slide, crafts, and games.

Charlotte County will close the southbound lane of East Corktree Circle for sidewalk repairs April 21-23, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Detours will be provided.

West Corktree Circle will have sidewalk repairs, causing the temporary closure of the westbound lane at Forrest Nelson Boulevard from April 23-25, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Port Charlotte residents are invited to join the Community Action Agency Advisory Board meeting on April 24 to discuss the future of local services and programs.

Charlotte County Utilities Department's customer service and payment center will be closed on April 23, but online and phone payment options are available, and emergency staff will be on call.

Tampa announced the winners of its 2025 3R's Art & Poetry Contest, aiming to promote sustainability. Winning art will decorate waste trucks and poems will be displayed in a park.

Florida officers participated in the Special Olympics Florida Torch Run to support athletes with intellectual disabilities, highlighting inclusion and respect.

Chad Mathew Henderson was arrested for failing to maintain his sex offender registration after releasing from a DUI charge in Florida. He had not checked in since 2014 and failed to register his address post-release.