Back-to-school giveaways across Tampa Bay
BY Spectrum News Staff Tampa PUBLISHED 6:32 PM ET Jul. 28, 2026 PUBLISHED 6:32 PM EDT Jul. 28, 2026 Spectrum News Staff Source link
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The sky is the limit for skydiver Joe Rego
ZEPHYRHILLS, Fla. — On World Skydiving Day, the skies were filled with people flying through the air before gracefully landing on the grounds of Zephryhills Skydive City. Joe Rego…
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Most municipal pools in Tampa Bay are without cameras
TAMPA, Fla. — A Spectrum Bay News 9 Watchdog investigation found two-thirds of municipal public pools in the Tampa Bay area are without surveillance cameras. In late June, St.…
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Rising school supply costs increase financial strain on Tampa Bay families
TAMPA, Fla. — As the new school year approaches, rising prices for classroom supplies are creating additional financial strain for many families. While school districts adjust their budgets…
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Pasco leaders approve one-year moratorium on data center construction
NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. – Pasco County leaders have approved a one-year moratorium on data center construction and development. Commissioners unanimously advanced the measure last month, and it…
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Back-to-School in Tampa Bay: Start dates, holidays, early releases
TAMPA, Fla. — Summer is coming to an end soon, and Bay area students will return to the classrooms. Take a look at the 2026-27 calendar for each school…
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Steps to Recovery to add beds for veterans battling substance abuse
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. — A New Port Richey nonprofit that supports veterans recovering from substance use disorder is expanding the number of people it serves. Steps to Recovery,…
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Could New Port Richey have been the next Hollywood? One Man Thought So
NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. — Could New Port Richey, Florida have rivaled Hollywood? About 100 years ago, one man thought so. His name was George Sims, and he…
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Guide to 4th of July fireworks, events across Tampa Bay
BY Spectrum News Staff Tampa UPDATED 10:30 AM ET Jun. 25, 2026 PUBLISHED 2:56 PM ET Jun. 09, 2026 PUBLISHED 2:56 PM EDT Jun. 09, 2026 Spectrum News…
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Pasco County park featured in FDOT’s America 250 road trip
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. — Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park in Pasco County is now part of ‘Road Trip Florida,’ the Florida Department of Transportation’s celebration of America 250.…
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Dade City Woman’s Club celebrates 100 years of historic clubhouse
DADE CITY, Fla. — An organization with a storied past is celebrating a big milestone this year. The Dade City Woman’s Club recently celebrated the 100th anniversary of its…
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Pasco planning commission recommends pause on new data center development
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. — The Pasco County Planning Commission voted unanimously Thursday to recommend a 12-month pause on any new data center development. At a standing-room only meeting…
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NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. — Avery Ortiz teaches first grade at Moon Lake Elementary. She has been teaching there for four years. Before graduating from St. Petersburg College,…
Read more A+ Teacher shares classroom experiences with parentsCold weather shelters to open across Tampa Bay
TAMPA, Fla. — A cold front on the way could bring overnight temperatures to the 30s during the early part of the week. Counties are once again preparing to…
Read more Cold weather shelters to open across Tampa BayNew $59M state appeal courthouse opens in St. Petersburg
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — A ceremonial ribbon cutting for the new $59 million Bernie McCabe Second District Court of Appeal courthouse in downtown St. Petersburg will be held on…
Read more New $59M state appeal courthouse opens in St. PetersburgInteractive Map: Track Florida Wildfires
TAMPA, Fla. — The Florida dry season usually runs from November through May, and with that comes fire danger. This is usually due to low humidity and reduced rainfall. …
Read more Interactive Map: Track Florida WildfiresWhat becomes of ‘abandoned’ Florida toll booths?
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. — Toll booths are becoming a thing of the past in Florida, with many roads now using toll-by-plate. But what becomes of those buildings no…
Read more What becomes of ‘abandoned’ Florida toll booths?Strong storms possible later today
TAMPA, Fla. — A line of thunderstorms will move through our area between 5 p.m. and midnight tonight. Winds will be gusty out ahead of this line, and…
Read more Strong storms possible later todayDecision approaching on possible Tampa Bay MPO merger
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Thirty-five years after it was first discussed, a decision on merging three of Tampa Bay’s metropolitan planning organizations may be on the horizon. “We…
Read more Decision approaching on possible Tampa Bay MPO mergerClasses canceled in New Port Richey due to brush fire smoke
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – Lingering smoke from a brush fire in the Starkey Road area has canceled classes in the New Port Richey area. Pasco County Emergency Management…
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