Free Homeowner Association Board Members Training Offered

The sessions include community management, legal responsibilities, rule making, insurance, budgets, reserves, and audits.

Most Hillsborough County Offices, Facilities Closed On Labor Day

Closed facilities include County administrative offices, neighborhood service centers and libraries.

Mayor Vows to Support Green Spaces

Buckhorn gave The Green Artery a vote of confidence at its Wednesday meeting.

Have You Gotten a Ticket for Flashing Your Headlights?

A Tampa resident is taking action against the Florida Highway Patrol after he was ticketed for flashing his high beams at other drivers.

Mayor Buckhorn to Host Facebook Town Hall Meeting

Join the mayor online tonight (Tuesday, August 30) to discuss Tampa's 2012 Budget.

State Redistricting Meeting Held in Tampa

The state is in the process of redrawing House, Senate and congressional districts. Tampa’s public input meeting takes place from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. this evening (Monday, August 29) in the Jefferson High School Auditorium, 4401 Cypress St.

Neighborhood Cleanup Initiative Launches Saturday

Mayor Bob Buckhorn will kick off the monthly program to help improve quality of life in neighborhoods.

Mayor to Attend Green Artery Meeting

The green spaces group will meet downtown on August 31.

New Health Center Coming to Sulphur Springs

Tampa Family Health Centers breaks ground on new facility.

Solid Waste Labor Day Holiday Collection Schedule

There will be no residential garbage, yard-waste recycling, or blue-box recycling collection on Labor Day - Monday.

Learn About County Government Through Class

Hillsborough County offers an interactive program to show residents how the inner operations work. Register now. Classes begin Sept. 13.

Pedestrian Deaths Mounting in Tampa Bay Area

Tampa Bay ranks second in a new report on the most dangerous U.S. cities for pedestrians. North Nebraska and West Waters avenues have been particularly deadly in Central Tampa.

At-Home Bakers Invited to County's Food Industry Workshops

Hillsborough County’s Small Business Information Center (SBIC) is offering two additional free food industry workshops this month for at-home bakers.

City Council Seeks Applications for Citizens Boards and Commissions

The members of the City Council of the City of Tampa are seeking citizens to serve on several City of Tampa Boards, Commissions, and Advisory Councils/Commissions.

County Commissioner Mark Sharpe Announces Campaign for Congress

Sharpe plans to run against incumbent Democrat Kathy Castor whose district includes parts of Tampa, as well as parts of Temple Terrace, Westchase, Town 'N Country and the greater Brandon area.

Utility Bill's New Look Depends On You

The City of Tampa launches a survey for utility bill improvements.

Major Disaster Training Offered

Residents may register for free Community Emergency Response Team training.

Artists Invited to Compete at Ybor Arts in the Park

Deadline for entries is Nov. 10.

Back To School Health Fair Set for Saturday in Sulphur Springs

Free physicals and immunizations will be given to school-aged children.

Construction Work Begins On Columbus Drive Bridge

Expect lane closures for three months, followed by complete closure until completion in the spring.

Nominations Open for Hillsborough County's 2011 Moral Courage Award

Do you know a citizen deserving of recognition for their stance on principle?

Mayor Presents Budget to Tampa City Council

Buckhorn proposes $765.4M budget, cutting $34.7M from last year.

Tax Collector Office Closes at Floriland Center

New office opens Monday in University area.

Tampa Heights Breaks Ground on Community Garden

Organizers have worked for more than a year to overcome bureaucratic hurdles and raise money and other donations for their community spirit-building project.

Sulphur Springs Health Center to be Run by Private Clinic

The Hillsborough County Health Department has partnered with local federally qualified health center’s to continue six community clinics.

Red Light Cameras Going Up

Central Tampa will see five intersections with red light cameras.

Budget Cuts Force County to Step Out of Sulphur Springs Health Center

Non profit stepping in to run six Hillsborough County clinics as Health Department lays off 114.

Water Safety Festival Set for July 23

St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital and the Hillsborough Water Safety Team have teamed up to host Safe Kids Spash Into Summer at Cyrus Greene Pool.

Florida Sales Tax Holiday Set for Aug. 12-14

Higher-priced items qualify for a tax break this year.

Mosquito Control Unit Actively Monitoring and Fighting Mosquitoes

Hillsborough County is working year-round to protect residents from dangers of mosquitoes.

Solid Waste Holiday Collection Schedule

The collection schedule for City of Tampa customers with regularly scheduled collection days on Monday will be affected by the Independence Day holiday.

27 Pass Citizen Police Academy

A nine-week course took Tampa residents behind the scenes of police work.

Fireworks Safety Tips from the Fire Marshal

Follow these guidelines to keep your family safe during your Independence Day celebration.

Watch Shuttle Atlantis from Central Tampa

Do you plan to be at Kennedy Space Center for the big event? Or maybe you've got a good view from your own backyard. We'd love to include your photos and observations.

Visit Lettuce Lake Park In Celebration of National Park And Recreation Month

Hillsborough County invites you to enjoy a natural area, park, playground, swimming pool, trail, or other public space every weekend this July.

County Parks Offering Summer Camp

If your children are driving you crazy because school is out and they've got nothing going on, max them out with Hillsborough County’s Summer Camp.

Enjoy Tampa Parks During National Parks and Recreation Month

It's your playground, so use it! Get out to a park, trail, playground, swimming pool or natural area every weekend this July.

County Offices, Facilities Closed On Independence Day

The majority of Hillsborough County offices and facilities will be closed on July 4.

Changes in Air Pollution Standards Could Affect Hillsborough County

The EPA may amend its standards, which could put Hillsborough County in violation.

Tampa Heights Community Garden Wins OK from City

The project, in the works for more than a year, has cleared its last bureaucratic hurdle.