42nd Street Closing Announced

A section of the roadway will shut down between March 14-15.

Hillsborough County 'Help Wanted' Sign is Out

The county is looking for candidates to fill a number of open jobs.

Expect Slow Traffic on I-75 Near New Tampa Early Friday

Northbound traffic will be controlled by law enforcement officers on March 1 between 1 and 4 a.m.

Lawn Watering Restrictions Tighten in New Tampa Area

Newer, tougher restrictions will kick in next month.

New Tampa Boulevard Bridge Now Open

The structure, which connects Commerce Park Boulevard with New Tampa Boulevard, opened Feb. 27 after a special ceremony.

Ribbon Cut for New Tampa Boulevard Bridge

Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn, members of the New Tampa Chamber of Commerce, and other officials celebrated the bridge's opening Wednesday.

Sequester: Florida Could See Job Losses, Spending Freezes

As the deadline looms for $85 billion in federal spending cuts to kick in, take a look at what impacts might be felt in New Tampa and Florida as a whole.

New Tampa Boulevard Bridge Opens Feb. 27

A special ceremony to mark the occasion will take place at 10:30 a.m.

New Tampa Seniors Getting Bigger Tax Breaks

Hillsborough County Commissioners approved a larger property tax break for those over 65.

Commission Passes New Synthetic Drug Law

Hillsborough County Commissioners approved the local ordinance 7-0 during their Feb. 20 meeting.

Commission to Consider Synthetic Drug Law

The Hillsborough County Commission will host a public hearing Wednesday, Feb. 20, about an ordinance that would outlaw the sale, possession, manufacture and display for sale of synthetic drugs.

Hillsborough Bus Driver Rules Changing

More than a year after the death of Riverview’s Bella Herrera, 7, the school district is rolling out a new procedure manual that allows bus drivers to call 911 in the event of a medical emergency if they “wish.”

Commissioners Want Your Opinion on Economy

The Hillsborough County Commission is looking for what you have to say about a plan to bolster the local economy. Time, however, is running out.

Hillsborough’s 6-Cent Gas Tax to End in August

Expiration of the local tax could mean good news at the pumps, but don’t spend the extra cash just yet.

Hillsborough Budget Figures Looking Up

Hillsborough County Commissioners will receive preliminary figures for the county’s estimated $3 billion fiscal year 2014 budget during an upcoming workshop.

Officials Say Hillsborough’s Unemployment is Down

The Tampa Bay Workforce Alliance cites lower unemployment figures as a positive sign the economy is turning around. Do you agree that economic conditions are improving?

Postal Service to End Saturday Mail Delivery

The U.S. Postal Service announced it will end Saturday mail delivery by Aug. 1. What does it mean for you?

Tampa Bay Senior Games Seeking Sponsorships

The two-week event takes place in October for those age 50 and older.

Hillsborough Schools Will Hire Hundreds

The school district is seeking professionals to fill several hundred open positions in time for the 2013-14 school year.

Commissioners to Battle Synthetic Drugs

Hillsborough County Commissioners are moving forward with a proposed ordinance that would provide law enforcement with another weapon in the war against synthetic drugs.

TECO Officials Seeking Rate Increase for 2014

The increase would be 10 percent, officials say.

Employers Must Allow Workers to Bring Service Dogs to Work?

The Hillsborough County Commission is considering mandating that employers allow their workers to bring the canines to the workplace.

Electoral College Change Not Likely in Florida

While some states are eyeing a switch that would award Electoral College votes based on how a Congressional district votes, Florida’s State House Speaker Will Weatherford says it’s a bad idea. Do you agree?

County Shoots Down Domestic Partnership Registry

Hillsborough County Commissioners opted against pursuing a registry for same-sex partners during Thursday's meeting.

Longtime Educator Gets Nod from Congressman

Mike Bilirakis paid tribute Friday to Walter Hilgart, who continues to substitute at age 90 and doesn't plan to stop anytime soon.

Valentine’s Day Group Wedding in Works

Paula O’Neil, Pasco county’s clerk and comptroller, will lead the group ceremony on Feb. 14. The more the merrier, right?

Tiger Woods Says Lower State Taxes Brought Him to Florida

Golf superstar makes comments in wake of reported concerns of San Diego's Phil Mickelson. Is Florida's lack of a state income tax one of the reasons you like living in New Tampa?

Raises for New Tampa Teachers on Scott’s Agenda

Gov. Rick Scott has a proposal to make sure the state’s teachers get raises.

'Watchdog' Sues More Than 100 Government Agencies in 5 Years

Governments see Joel Chandler as a a costly nuisance. Chandler argues he's a watchdog and civil rights advocate.

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.

Florida Ranks 31st in Sexual Health

A new study attempts to rank the sexual health of every state in the nation and Washington, D.C, while gauging how social issues and state law affect sexual health.

Automated Trash-Collection Approval Brings Lost Jobs, Wheeled Carts

Hillsborough County commissioners voted to institute automated garbage and recyclables collection for all its residential customers starting October 2013. The county will provide wheeled carts for automated emptying.

Military Organization to Host Fallen Heroes Memorial Rededication

The ceremony will take place Jan. 12 at Veterans Memorial Park in Tampa.

Hillsborough Seniors Granted More Tax Exemptions

Seniors would save more on their property taxes in 2014 under a newly approved measure.

Arsenic in Rice, Tattoo Ink Infections, Dangerous Diet Products Among Top 2012 FDA Consumer Updates

Last year, more than 7.3 million people visited the Consumer Updates section of FDA.gov to get health information. The FDA has provided Patch with this list of the 10 most popular topics in 2012. Some things on the list might surprise you!

Stamp Prices Increase: What You Need to Know for Your Next Trip to the New Tampa Post Office

The price of postage to send a letter is increasing to 46 cents on Jan. 27.

Floridians Choose Fave License Plate

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

State Sen. Legg Opens Office in Lutz

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

Hillsborough County Talks Trash With New Tampa Residents

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

Peanut Butter Plant to Target, Whole Foods Shut Down by FDA

The Sunland Inc. plant that distributes products to Whole Foods, Target, Trader Joe's and others is linked to Salmonella contamination that made at least 41 people ill in 20 states.