Charlotte County Transit introduces a park & ride shuttle service from Tringali Park to Englewood Beach to alleviate parking difficulties and traffic congestion.

The SBA reminds affected parties to apply for disaster loans before the April 27th deadline to recover from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, with up to $2 million available for repairs and capital needs.

A student was arrested for bringing a knife to a Florida middle school, after an anonymous tip led to the discovery and prevention of a potential threat.

Tampa offers a networking event to link local subcontractors with city contracts, also targeting residential contractors for an $11.4M home repair program.

The National Weather Service warns of high rip current risk on Florida coast, advising swimmers to be cautious and swim near lifeguards. Tampa forecast predicts sunny, warm week.

The Tampa Bay Rowdies dismissed head coach Robbie Neilson just before their home opener, naming Steve Coleman as interim head coach.

Manatee County is introducing the WaterWise program, which replaces traditional water meters with smart meters for all utility customers to enhance efficiency and conservation.

Manatee County Animal Welfare hosts Adopt-A-Palooza on May 31st for dog adoptions at Bradenton Area Convention Center, with Commissioner Felts and Sarah Brown emphasizing community and animal welfare.

Hillsborough County seeks volunteers for a new advisory board, the Hillsborough DOGE Liaison Committee. Applications are due by May 2, 2025. Applicants must be residents, registered voters, and submit full application packets.

Pinellas County Jail is transitioning to paperless inmate mail through Smart Communications starting April 15, with legal mail being optional to send electronically.

Pasco deputies arrested a warrant suspect after a car chase and crash in New Port Richey, with no severe bystander injuries. The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the collision.

The Charlotte County Commission plans an April 17 workshop to discuss the financial aspects of community development, with no space for public input at the meeting.

Tampa man, Denys Perez, pleaded guilty to wire fraud, misusing over $300,000 in COVID-19 relief funds for personal expenses, such as buying a house. He faces up to 20 years in prison.