Commissioners Pass New Synthetic Drug Law

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

Commissioners 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.

Council to Discuss Redevelopment Project’s Arts Center Site Plan

The Arts & Education Center will be located across from the gazebo and park in the downtown redevelopment area.

Rules for Hillsborough Bus Drivers 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.”

Commission Wants to Hear From You

The Hillsborough County Commission wants residents to have their say about a plan to bolster the local economy. Time, however, is running out.

Innovative Approach to City Manager Interviews Could Save Thousands

Temple Terrace City Council has narrowed its list of candidates down to eight.

Hillsborough Budget Numbers Are Looking Up

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

Hillsborough’s 6-Cent Gas Tax Ends in August

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

Congressman Ross Schedules Office Hours in Temple Terrace

U.S. Rep. Dennis Ross's staff will stop at City Hall and three other locations Tuesday.

Hillsborough’s Unemployment is Down, Officials Say

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?

Temple Terrace Celebrates Trees This Weekend

A tree planting for the 30th anniversary of T.R.E.E. Inc. will take place Saturday at 10 a.m.

Third-Grader Rewarded for Turning in $20

Edmarilys Alverio has received the City of Temple Terrace’s Do the Right Thing award.

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 Need Sponsorships

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

Hillsborough Schools to Hire Hundreds

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

Commissioners to Combat Synthetic Drugs

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

TECO Officials Seek Rate Increase for 2014

The increase would be 10 percent, officials say.

Council to Consider Annexing Maislin Drive Property

The land is located at 8751 Maislin Drive.

Hillsborough Employers Could be Required to Allow Service Dogs

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

City, Developer Agree to ‘Work Together’ on Redevelopment Project

City officials and Vlass Temple Terrace have vowed to make the downtown redevelopment project a win-win for both parties.

Water Main Leak Causes 40th Street Detour

Southbound traffic is being diverted at Greenwood Avenue, according to the Tampa Water Department.

Daddy-Daughter Dance Set for Feb. 10

The annual event will take place at the Lightfoot Recreation Center, 1-3 p.m.

Florida Electoral College Likely to Stay the Same

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?

Hillsborough Denies Domestic Partnership Registry

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

Hillsborough County Offers Free Tax Prep

Need to get your taxes done? The Hillsborough County Extension Service can help.

City Hall Awarded 2012 ‘Energy Star’

This is the second consecutive year that the building has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

What’s Open, Closed on MLK Day in Temple Terrace

Many City of Temple Terrace and Hillsborough County facilities will shut down on Monday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Schools are also closed.

Congressman Ross Schedules Public Meeting at City Hall

U.S. Rep. Dennis A. Ross will talk to constituents Jan. 24.

Morgan Stanley Coming to Temple Terrace

The global financial services firm has plans to create 110 new jobs at the Intellicenter at Telecom Park.

Temple Terrace Celebrates Golf Course's Historic Designation

City officials and community leaders toasted the Temple Terrace Golf Course's listing on the National Register of Historic Places Tuesday.

Soggy Doggy Day Makes a Splash

Nearly 100 dogs participated in the first-ever event.

City Leaders to Discuss Downtown Redevelopment Tuesday

The Temple Terrace Redevelopment Association will meet at City Hall at 5 p.m. to talk about the Arts & Education facility planned in the downtown redevelopment area.

Chambers Welcome State Rep. Raulerson

The Greater Temple Terrace Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Plant City Chamber of Commerce had a ribbon cutting Jan. 10 for State Rep. Dan Raulerson (District 58).

Temple Terrace Man Wins County's Calendar Photo Contest

Hillsborough County's natural beauty is highlighted in a 2013 calendar via photographs from local artists.

Seniors Given More Tax Exemptions

Under a newly-approved measure by the Hillsborough County Commission, seniors would save more on their property taxes in 2014.

Temple Terrace Golf Course Makes National Register of Historic Places

It’s the first 18-hole course in Florida to receive the designation.

Hillsborough Commission Talks Guns Jan. 9

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

Temple Terrace Celebrates Florida Arbor Day Jan. 19

City officials will talk about planting and caring for trees at Riverhills Park.

Temple Terrace Crash Included in Red-Light Camera Video

American Traffic Solutions, the company whose red-light cameras serve Temple Terrace, has compiled a video of red-light crashes in Florida. It says the cameras have helped decrease traffic crashes.

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

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