Lutz Government Offices Close for Holiday

Many Hillsborough County facilities will shut down on Monday in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday.

Satanists Plan Rally for Gov. Rick Scott

A group of self-proclaimed Satan worshipers will rally in support of the Florida governor's stance on religious freedom.

White House: Florida, Other States Can't Secede From U.S.

A petition with more than 37,000 signatures to allow the Sunshine State to withdraw from the United States has been denied. What do you think, Lutz?

Protest Over U.S. 41 Trees Called Off

Organizers say they want to work with the county to save the trees along U.S. 41 in Lutz.

U.S. 41 Tree Removal Not Happening Yet, County Says

As a group of residents plan to gather Monday morning to object to the county’s decision to remove trees from the medians along U.S. 41, the county is working to address the concerns.

Garbage Collection Changes Coming for Lutz

Hillsborough County has decided to change the way it handles trash collection.

Lutz Seniors Granted Higher Property Tax Exemption

Under a newly approved measure, seniors would save more on their property taxes in 2014.

Lutz Population Rises Along with Florida's

Lutz saw its population rise by 13.2 percent between 2000 and 2010. Predictions are for the total number of residents in Florida to top New York state.

Hillsborough Commission to Talk Guns

The County Commission is considering an annual gun buyback program that would coincide with a memorial tribute to honor the victims of gun violence.

Prostitution Fines Go Up and Other New Florida Laws

The New Year signals the start of many new laws in the state of Florida, including one that will make fines for some acts of prostitution go up dramatically.

Gen. Schwarzkopf Dead at 78

Gen. H. Norman Schwarzkopf had retired to Cheval after a final military assignment leading U.S. Central Command.

Floridians Choose Favorite State License Plate

Voting for four designs took place over a three-week period.

NRA Ready to Make 'Meaningful Contributions'

The national group issues statement about preventing future tragedies after the Newtown, Conn., massacre.

Update: Yocam Avenue Sign Replaced

Hillsborough County said the job would take a few weeks, but it's already completed the work.

Commissioner Kevin Beckner Announces Office Hours

The Hillsborough County Commissioner is coming to northwest Hillsborough to answer resident questions.

State Senator Opens Office in Lutz

Republican John Legg serves District 17, which encompasses northwest Hillsborough and Pasco counties.

County Launches Cooking Oil Recycling Effort

Used cooking oils are a serious problem for home plumbing and Hillsborough County's wastewater collection system.

Hillsborough County Talks Trash With Lutz Residents

The county is trying to collect resident input on how garbage collection should be handled in the unincorporated areas.

Scott to Universities: Come Up With $10,000 Degrees

Florida Gov. Rick Scott wants the state’s universities to come up with a way to make higher education more affordable. His challenge could save Lutz households thousands.

Floridians Are Asked to Choose Favorite License Plate

Voting takes place Nov. 26 to Dec. 14.

Lutz Thanksgiving Closings, Openings

Most Hillsborough County government offices are closed for a long weekend.

Lutz Volunteer Firefighters' Role Changes Under Plan

While there will still be a place for volunteers in Hillsborough County Fire Rescue, their roles will change dramatically under a proposal that calls for adding 78 new career positions at a cost of $5.2 million.

Readers: Get Rid of Electoral College

Lutz Patch readers say the method for selecting the president should be changed to reflect the popular vote. A state-by-state effort is in the works to do just that.

Lake Park Prescribed Burn Set For Today

The burn is expected to last through Nov. 9.

Protesters Hold School Board Accountable for Deaths of Students

The school district will form a task force to look at its policies and procedures regarding students with special needs.

Lutz Veterans Day Closings

Most government offices and schools will be closed Monday, Nov. 12 in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. Some facilities, however, will open their doors.

Florida’s Constitutional Amendments: What Passed, What Didn’t and What That Means

Take a closer look at the 11 constitutional amendments and how Floridians voted on them.

Obama Wins Majority of Hillsborough’s Vote

President Barack Obama has carried Hillsborough County for the second election in a row.

Herniquez, Gee, Latimer Win Hillsborough Races

A familiar face won’t return to service in Hillsborough County while the incumbent sheriff retains his seat and a newcomer takes over as supervisor of elections.

Live 2012 Election Results From Hillsborough County

Keep up with the votes as they’re coming in.

Disaster Management Professor Says a Romney Win Too Scary to Conceive

He took to the streets Tuesday to campaign for President Obama.

Voting Issue Reported At Tims Memorial Presbyterian Church

Some voters say they had trouble putting their ballots into the machines that scan them

Election Day Brings Strangers Together

Mitt Romney supporters meet on the streets of North Tampa with a common goal.

Local Races, Amendments Important to Lutz Voters

One resident says the language of the amendments should be simplified.

Lutz Residents Line Up at Polls to 'Make a Statement'

Some say the state of the economy brought them out in the early morning rain.

Obama Doing a 'Good Job,' But Romney Gets Lutz Businessman's Vote

He arrived at the polls 30 minutes before they opened Tuesday morning.

How Do I Find Out Where to Vote in Lutz?

Here are the two things you need to do before you head out the door to vote on Nov. 6, 2012.

Early Voting in Hillsborough Breaks an Election Record

Early voting is over and the Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections Office reports a record turnout for early bird ballots, including vote-by-mail ballots. Is this a sign of things to come for the 2012 General Election on Nov. 6?

Floridians Reminded to Donate Wisely to Sandy Survivors

'As the most hurricane prone state in the nation, we know that disasters can be devastating,' Florida Division of Emergency Management Director Bryan W. Koon says.

Lutz Election Results 2012

Everything you need to know about election day in Lutz, all in one spot.