Hillsborough County Fire Rescue's training grounds in Florida were used by Vector Solutions to film new national firefighter training videos, showcasing the department's expertise.

Hillsborough County opens shelters due to cold, with the National Weather Service predicting temperatures of 40 degrees or lower, factoring in wind chill, on Jan. 18 and 19.

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office offers free access to Parent ProTech for cyber-safety, providing resources to help parents monitor their children's online activities.

Charlotte County commissioners are visiting Tallahassee from Jan 21-23 to discuss the county's priorities with state lawmakers, including Representatives Danny Nix, Jr. and Vanessa Oliver. No official decisions will be made during the trip.

Polk County Board of County Commissioners in Florida will review the agenda and discuss local issues on January 16, focusing on the Central Polk Parkway and affordable housing.

Matthew Case has been re-elected as a director at Large for the AEMP, as announced by Manatee County. He will continue to contribute his expertise to the fleet management community.

Matthew McElroy is appointed as Charlotte County's fire chief and public safety director, bringing over 20 years of experience, including a naval background and roles within the county's Fire & EMS.

Charlotte County has made Emergency Management an independent entity, previously part of Public Safety, to improve disaster response and resilience. Patrick Fuller will lead, leveraging his extensive experience and education in emergency management.

Marine deputies in Manatee County coordinated with Mote Marine Laboratory to rescue a shark entangled in fishing lines off a public beach. The successful effort highlighted the importance of quick response to save marine wildlife.

Manatee County seeks four individuals to oversee Infrastructure Sales Tax spending as part of an advisory committee, ensuring taxpayer money is used effectively.

Tampa Police Department introduces AI-powered tools, including drones, Axon Assistant, VR pods, and Prepared 911, to improve public safety and officer training.

Shauna Brown is appointed as the new Event Manager at the Tampa Convention Center, bringing over ten years of experience from Edlen Electrical Exhibition Services.

The Charlotte County Commission will host its Utilities Quarterly Update meeting on Jan. 13, discussing utilities, infrastructure, and the Burnt Store Reclamation Facility. Residents are invited to participate at the county center.