Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Teams Up with First Baptist Church Dover to Educate Elderly...
In an effort to bolster community resilience against fraud, especially amongst the elderly, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office took a proactive step by hosting an event dedicated to raising awareness on the matter. According to an announcement on their social media channels, a recent gathering at the First...
Birth mom scams couple during adoption process in $17K fraud, Florida police say
A woman is charged with felony adoption deception after police in Florida said she scammed a married couple out of $17,000 during an adoption process. Ny-Quasia Mazzola was wanted by the Panama City Police Department in connection with the scam, according to authorities. She was arrested by St. Petersburg police...
Delayed South St. Pete townhome project stirs debate
An embattled and heavily subsidized townhome project in South St. Petersburg should open in the spring of 2026 – five years after the city approved initial agreements. However, construction on the development’s commercial component has yet to commence, and officials are now terminating their contract with One...
Largo Police and DEA Host Drug Take Back Event to Combat Prescription Drug Abuse
Residents of Largo have an opportunity to clean out their medicine cabinets for a cause today. The Largo Police Department, in collaboration with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), is hosting a Drug Take Back event, aimed at collecting unused or expired prescription medications for safe disposal. The...
St. Pete Beach warns of scheme targeting zoning, planning applicants
The City of St. Pete Beach is warning residents of a scheme targeting zoning or planning applicants for money.
10 Florida Restaurants That Built Their Fame On Just One Beloved Recipe
Florida’s restaurant scene is full of colorful characters and unforgettable flavors. Some places serve hundreds of dishes, but others have become legends by perfecting just one recipe. When a restaurant stakes its entire reputation on a single dish, that food becomes more than a meal—it transforms into a tradition....
I-75 Lane, Shoulder Closures for Construction in Tampa Bay Thru November
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) reports the following traffic impacts associated with the I-75 Widening Project from the Tampa Bypass Canal to Fowler Avenue. All work is weather dependent and subject to change. I-75 from the Tampa Bypass Canal to Fowler Avenue. Lane (shoulder) closures: 24 hours per...
USF studies environmental impact of pollutants like pharmaceuticals in Tampa Bay
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — University of South Florida scientists are studying how contaminants like flushed or thrown away pharmaceuticals impact Tampa Bay, hoping to mitigate future environmental damage. As part of the Tampa Bay Surveillance Project, USF scientists placed 17 racks around Tampa Bay for barnacles to grow...
The Most Dog-Friendly Retirement Towns in America
Picture this: you’ve spent decades building your career, raising a family, and planning for retirement. Now you’re ready to embrace your golden years with your most loyal companion by your ... Read more The post The Most Dog-Friendly Retirement Towns in America appeared first on Doggodigest .
Hillsborough County seeks public input on equestrian center relocation
Hillsborough County is asking residents for input on a proposal that would exchange property for a new equestrian facility.
