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Tampa Bay, Florida Local News5 months ago

Emergency leaders look to boost ALERT Pinellas users

[ad_1] ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — For nearly a decade, Tampa Bay residents have had access to a free notification system that addresses the full spectrum of...

Tampa Bay, Florida Local News5 months ago

Record amount of money being spent to sway voters on Amendment 3

[ad_1] ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — One of the biggest amendments on Florida’s ballot in November is Amendment 3. There’s a record amount of money in Florida...

Tampa Bay, Florida Local News6 months ago

The critical need for foster and adoptive parents

[ad_1] PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — A new state law, effective July 2024, increases protections to safeguard the privacy and personal information for foster children. Online access to...

Tampa Bay, Florida Local News6 months ago

St. Pete Beach mayor: Residents deserve voice in commercial development

[ad_1] ST. PETE BEACH, Fla. — The city of St. Pete Beach may soon hold town hall meetings and workshops, as well as send out surveys...

Tampa Bay, Florida Local News6 months ago

Citrus County fight school bus driver shortage with new, two-pronged approach

[ad_1] INVERNESS, Fla. — The school bus driver shortage has been a constant challenge for school districts throughout the state of Florida. Too few bus drivers...

Tampa Bay, Florida Local News6 months ago

Gulfport officials, law enforcement recover boats damaged by Debby

[ad_1] GULFPORT, Fla. — The city of Gulfport is counting its blessings after discovering there were no water damages to anyone’s home or any major issues when...

Tampa Bay, Florida Local News7 months ago

Republicans hold a voter advantage over Democrats in Florida

[ad_1] TAMPA, Fla. — The Republican Party of Florida has continued to see steady growth overall for active registered voters since it took the lead from...

Tampa Bay, Florida Local News7 months ago

Cooling kits bring relief to Pasco’s homeless in extreme heat

[ad_1] NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. — Dangerously hot and humid conditions pose life-threatening and deadly risks in Florida, especially for people experiencing homelessness, one of our...

Tampa Bay, Florida Local News7 months ago

City council approves million-dollar rebuild of Clearwater Marina

[ad_1] CLEARWATER BEACH, Fla. — Even though it took several years and more than double the funding, city council members agreed the Clearwater Beach Marina was...

Tampa Bay, Florida Local News7 months ago

City council meets ahead of final Tropicana Field redevelopment vote

[ad_1] PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — St. Petersburg city leaders met Tuesday to discuss the latest changes to the Historic Gas Plant District redevelopment project. It was...

Tampa Bay, Florida Local News7 months ago

Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s Inspire Program helping people with life challenges

[ad_1] CLEARWATER, Fla. — The Clearwater Marine Aquarium attracts visitors from all over the country for unforgettable experiences with marine life, including several beloved dolphins. But...

Tampa Bay, Florida Local News8 months ago

World Sickle Cell Awareness Day: Shining a light

[ad_1] PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — June 19 marked World Sickle Cell Awareness Day and millions of people are shining a light on the importance of public awareness...

Tampa Bay, Florida Local News9 months ago

Tampa area school districts and nonprofits working to end summer hunger

[ad_1] PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — Many Tampa Bay area families struggle to put food on the table year-round, but with local schools out for the summer...