Funds Still Available for Small Business Job Creation Program

Small businesses in Hillsborough County continue to take advantage of the County’s Job Creation Incentive Program. Have you?

A County Commissioner Wants to Talk to You, Seminole Heights

Hillsborough County Commissioner Kevin Beckner is holding office hours this Friday, May 25, at the Seminole Heights Branch Library.

Do You Know Someone Who Makes a Positive Impact in the Lives of People with Disabilities?

Nominations for the annual Disability Advocacy Awards are now accepted.

Voters May Find Fewer Polling Places in Seminole Heights

The county is scaling back on the number of polling locations and precincts it offers in time for November’s presidential election.

Water Restrictions Tightened in Tampa

Residents can only water their lawns one day a week now.

Freeze Your Credit Report to Combat Identity Theft and Prevent Financial Loss

An identity thief who has stolen someone’s name and Social Security number will not be able to obtain new credit in that name as credit files are essentially locked.

Photos: 'Be Floridian' Bus Wrap Roll-Out

“Be Floridian” is messaging on Tampa buses to support new city fertilizer ordinance.

Temporary Interruption to Tampa Reclaimed Water Service

The interruption is scheduled for Thursday, May 3.

How Can We Save 90% of Animals at the Shelter?

Hillsborough County is moving toward adopting a no-kill policy.

Free Consumer Fraud and Identity Theft Prevention Workshop Offered

U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor will hold the event on Thursday, May 3.

Tampa Heights and V.M. Ybor Residents and Business Owners Invited to Share Input on the Communities

Folks are invited to share their thoughts and ideas during two community meeting on Saturday, April 28.

Tampa Welcomes Urban Chickens

The city council is paving the way for residents to raise their own cluckers.

Southeast Seminole Heights Civic Association Paints Its Heart Out

Paint Your Heart Out, Tampa is a city wide program in which volunteers team up to paint the homes of low-income or elderly community residents.

National Crime Victims' Rights Week Is April 22-28

A proclamation ceremony and resource fair will be held in recognition of National Crime Victims' Rights Week in downtown on Monday, April 23.

Parents of Trayvon Martin to Speak In Tampa

The teen's parents will be part of a forum about the Stand Your Ground law at Beulah Baptist Institutional Church.

Voters Should Renew Vote By Mail Requests

Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections reminds voters to renew Vote By Mail requests.

Time's Up! Tax Day Is Here: Now, Find Out How Your Tax Dollars Are Spent

Tax Day is here. Want to compare how much of your contribution in taxes goes towards education, foreign aid, or veteran's benefits?

Deputy Crashes Motorcycle while Escorting President Obama

Deputy Chad Keen crashed his motorcycle when the presidential motorcade went over a large speed bump near the entrance of the Port of Tampa, TBO.com reports.

Expect Lane Closures Today on North Florida Ave. Between E. Cluster and E. Hamilton

Tampa Water Department crews will be installing a new service line.

Woman Dies in Fire, Customer Service Champion Named, and Other Stories You Might Have Missed

Here's a second look at last week's top features and news on Seminole Heights Patch.

Clean S.W.E.E.P. Coming to Central Tampa

The city's annual enhanced trash collection program hits Old Seminole Heights on Monday and works its way through Central Tampa's neighborhoods through July.

Fast Food Chain Buys Nebraska Ave. Spot, Local Drivers License Office to Close, and Other Stories You Might Have Missed

Here's a second look at last week's top features and news on Seminole Heights Patch

City Council Workshop Addresses Code Enforcement

Dealing with snipe signs, and the handling of vacated and derelict properties will be discussed Thursday morning.

Area Driver License Office to Close March 28

The office is transitioning to being controlled by the Hillsborough County Tax Collector and will reopen this summer.

SESHCA Meeting Will Address Nebraska Ave. Beautification

Getting the most out of city and FDOT-sponsored tree and foliage planting will be discussed.

NAPA Still Coming, Big Leaguer-Turned-Paramedic, And Other Stories You Might Have Missed

Here's a second look at last week's top features and news on Seminole Heights Patch

This Time, Dispatchers Need Our Help

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week is April 8-12, and the public is asked to help reward and honor the city's emergency call takers.

A Plea for Help, Your Choice for Best Park, and Other Stories You May Have Missed

Here's a second look at last week's top features and news on Seminole Heights Patch

Columbus Drive Bridge Closed Until May

The historic Hillsborough River span is getting $8.6 million in upgrades.

5 Stories You Might Have Missed Last Week on Patch

Here's a second look at last week's top news and features.

City Chickens to Get Closer Scrutiny

Old, often vague rules governing back yard chickens will get a second look by Tampa City Council.

Steve Gluckman Memorial Planned for New Library

The new Seminole Heights Branch Library will have a room dedicated to one of its most ardent supporters.

Central Tampa Escapes Tighter Water Restrictions

Counties to the north of Hillsborough didn’t fare as well.

Will Seminole Heights Win the Annual Neighborhood Recognition Award?

Hillsborough County seeks nominees for the annual Neighborhood Recognition Award.

Seminole Heights Included in Tree Study

Scientists will study the effects of a city tree planting program, TBO.com reports.

New Seminole Heights Library Design Unveiled

The proposed replacement will almost triple the size of the current library branch.

What Do You Wish Were Here?

What could go right next door to a NAPA?

Seminole Heights Input Sought on County Budget Amendments

A public hearing to discuss amendments to Hillsborough County’s budget is set for Wednesday.

The White House Wants to Hear from Central Tampa Hispanics

More than a dozen senior Obama Administration officials will host a community action summit with Bay Area Hispanics.

Romney Wins Florida GOP Primary; Hillsborough Republicans React

Mitt Romney earns a convincing victory over Newt Gingrich and other Republican nominees in Florida's Presidential Preference Primary.