Some of the best and most useful content comes from the Patch community. Here's a roundup of stories from this week.
Become a Patch Mayor: The best way to share stories and celebrate the unique place you call home.
Motorists on the Veterans Expressway can use the express lanes between Hillsborough and Gunn Highway on Saturday at no extra charge.
The neighborhood Starbucks in West Park Village is closing and a new coffee shop is opening about a mile away in a shopping center.
Tampa area businesses are finding it difficult to keep supplies of bottled water, plywood and gasoline in stock as Irma aims for Florida
The Owl’s Nest Sanctuary for Wildlife is helping five orphaned eastern spotted skunks find their way in the world.
Niche.com has ranked Florida’s best suburbs to live in for 2017 based on crime, schools and other factors. Is your community on the list?
Four areas are specified, and qualified business or property owners are encouraged to apply for the available grants.
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An injured baby raccoon is on the mend thanks to concerned residents in Odessa and a Hillsborough County deputy.
Lane closures will take place on SR-589, Veterans Expressway, during the week of November 27.
The new Hillsborough County Dog Park will be the first in the area with artificial turf and agility training equipment.
Hillsborough County has announced the successful rehabilitation and release of a male bobcat named Kitchi.
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Where’s the best place to raise a family in Florida? A new ranking offers its insights on the Top 100 places. Do you agree?
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Proceeds from a Sunday family celebration in the Westchase area will help Hillsborough County Fire Rescue Lt. Eric Valdes.
It’s almost time for Florida residents to spring those clocks ahead one hour.
Food Network is casting bakers and pastry chefs for upcoming seasons of bake-off TV shows. Go for it! Or tell a friend.
Last year's winning American Humane Association Hero Vet was from Florida. Let's make it two years in a row! Vet techs can be nominated, too
There's still time to load up on Thin Mints, Do-Si-Dos and other favorites at booths nearby. Here's where to find them.
A cat has tested positive for rabies, prompting health department officials to issue an alert.
Join us for a free cooking demo on healthy seasonings!
Come take a fun and informative tour of Sweetwater Organic Community Farm
The groom is credited with helping save the prospective bride’s brother’s life following an I.E.D. attack.
Learn about seasonal vegetables, how a small farm operates, and attend a local farmers market!
Learn about your local organic urban farm!
Cold front, heroin burrito, bobcat snags shark and other stories from Florida Patch.
West Nile virus in Hillsborough, 2016 Python Challenge, deputies collide and other stories from Florida Patch.
Stand your ground, Disney magic on ice, George Takei coming to Tampa and other stories from Florida Patch.
George Zimmerman’s controversial retweet, artist gives back, better weather and other stories from Florida Patch.
Turtle riding arrest, 55 jobs, lawmakers try minimum wage on for size and other stories from Florida Patch.
Deli brawl, armed robbery spree, ‘drunkest cities’ and other stories from Florida Patch.
Kayaker flipped by shark, piano man, sheriff nabs suspect and other stories from Florida Patch.
Kitten rescued, family fed, 64 arrests and other stories from Florida Patch.
Protecting and ‘serving,’ robbery spree arrests, Free Museum Day and other stories from Florida Patch.
Atlanta Braves, stolen puppies, a deputy’s death and other stories from Florida Patch.
Toy grenade creates stir, lunar eclipse, Super Boat National Championship and other stories from Florida Patch.
91-year-old charged in attempted murder, convicted sex offender jailed again, new barbecue joint and other stories from Florida Patch.
Homeless piano man, restaurant inspections, puppy thrown in trash and other stories from Florida Patch.