Hillsborough County and the Florida Department of Health launched a survey to gather resident opinions on health care priorities and communication preferences.

Teens involved in Tampa Police Department programs were treated to a red carpet shopping event at Hibbett Sports, a gesture to honor their progress and foster community spirit, supported by a community violence intervention grant.

Clearwater invites residents to apply for two spots on the North Greenwood CRA Advisory Committee, with a focus on redevelopment and community representation. Applications are due by August 20, 2025, for a term starting October 1, 2025.

Tony Mulkey succeeds Vince Gizzi as Dunedin's Parks and Recreation Director, bringing his Tampa experience to manage local parks, recreational facilities, and liaise with the Blue Jays.

St. Petersburg launches the Youth Opportunity Grants, providing $500 monthly for a year to former foster youth aged 18-27 to support their transition to adulthood. The program is funded by ARPA and runs until July 31, 2025.

Tony Mulkey becomes Dunedin's new Parks and Recreation Director, bringing experiences from Tampa, including managing parks and organizing major events.

The SBA offers financial aid to Florida's small businesses and residents affected by severe storms and a tornado, with loans for repairs and mitigation efforts.

Author Sherri Winston will speak at Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library in August about her middle-grade fiction work "President of the Whole Fifth Grade."

An audit has uncovered significant flaws in Monroe County Social Services' grant management, leading to a $2 million shortfall and planned overhauls by officials.

Monroe County may impose new regulations on temporary businesses like food trucks, with a public hearing set for July 16 to discuss amending permit terms to limit them to six months per property.

Hillsborough County is developing a Post-Disaster Redevelopment Plan with community input to enhance resilience and recovery from future disasters, supported by a $1.3 million DHS grant.

Hernando County plans a public hearing on July 22, 2025, to discuss a development settlement involving NVR, Inc., and other parties related to land near Cortez Boulevard and Oxley Road.

The Pinellas County Forensic Laboratory has been nationally recognized by the ASCLD for its exceptional forensic services and efficiency, receiving the Foresight Maximus Award.