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

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

Hillsborough County Hosts Junior Magic Basketball Leagues

Hillsborough County Parks and Recreation has joined forces with the Orlando Magic basketball team.

Prostitution Gets Costlier in the New Year

The New Year signals the start of many new laws in the state of Florida, including one that will make fines for some acts of prostitution go up dramatically.

2013 Paychecks: What the Fiscal Cliff Means

Find out how America going over the "Fiscal Cliff" might impact your wallet in 2013.

Upper Tampa Bay Library Construction: What To Expect

Construction is set to begin at the library. Here's what you'll need to know.

Sewage Line Break Reported In Baycrest Area

Residents in the area west of Memorial Highway are urged to avoid contact with canal water.

Free Six Week Fitness Program Offered By County

The Hillsborough County Health Department is offering a FREE six-week fitness and nutrition education program called "Get Into Fitness Today"

North County Connector Buses Will Pick You Up at Home

Sick of driving in traffic? How about letting someone else do the driving? An innovative new bus service for north Pinellas County begins Dec. 10. You can try it for free through the end of December.

Commissioner Kevin Beckner To Visit Westchase

The Hillsborough County Commissioner will answer questions and talk to residents.

County Buying Citrus Park 'Recreation' Land

County officials aren't sure what they'll build on the 1.6 acres of land.

County Tourist Development Council Presents Workshop

This year's topic is "Branding Tampa Bay CVB and the Destination."

Westchase Trash Pick-Up: What Should Happen?

Hillsborough County is asking for the public's input on what should happen to trash collection in areas like Westchase.

Canoe and Kayak Rentals At Hillsborough Parks Near Westchase

Some Hillsborough County parks now offer canoe and kayak rentals.

Library History Roadshow Comes To Town 'N Country Library

Share your history at the library.

State Senator Opens Office in Lutz

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

Hillsborough County Talks Trash With Westchase Residents

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

Scott to Universities: Come Up With $10,000 Degrees

Florida Gov. Rick Scott wants the state’s universities to come up with a way to make higher education more affordable. His challenge could save Westchase households thousands.

Download Free Music and Books From Hillsborough Library

Best selling audio books, music and videos are available 24 hours a day.

Hillsborough County Women’s Hall Of Fame Seeks Nominations

The deadline is Monday, Nov. 26.

Vote For Your Favorite License Plate

Voting takes place Nov. 26 to Dec. 14.

Westchase Thanksgiving Closings, Openings

Most Hillsborough County government offices are closed for a long weekend.

Tampa Construction Company Chosen For Library Expansion

The Upper Tampa Bay Library will be expanded by 11,000 square feet.

Kitten Hopes To 'Luck Up' On New Home

Sophia is available for adoption at Hillsborough County Animal Services.

Great American Teach-In Comes To Westchase Schools

Westchase Patch Editor Nicole Hutcheson will participate in the Great American Teach-In Thursday.

Westchase Veterans Day Closings

Most government offices and schools will be closed Monday, Nov. 12 in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. Some facilities, however, will open their doors.

New CDD Members Takes Seat; Westchasers React To Election

Three new CDD members will take seats after Tuesdays election.

Beckner Retains County Commission Seat

The incumbent Democrat will serve another four years.

Keystone Couple Look Beyond Presidential Candidate ro Advisory Team

The Swains voted at the Austin Davis Library.

Mom Introduces Daughter to Political Process

A day home sick from school turned into a civic lesson for one Westchase youngster.

Opening Rush At Library Means 45-Minute Wait to Vote

One voter says about 100 people lined up before the doors opened.

How Do I Find Out Where to Vote in Westchase?

Here are the two things you need to do before you head out the door to vote on Nov. 6, 2012.

Westchase Election Results 2012

Everything you need to know about election day in Westchase, all in one spot.

Early Voting Ends Saturday in Westchase

The polls close at 7 p.m. Nov. 3 and won't reopen until Election Day at 7 a.m.

League of Women Voters Asks Gov. Scott to Extend Early Voting

The League of Women Voters wants Florida Governor Rick Scott to extend the early-voting period until Sunday, Nov. 4 to accommodate voters. The League mentions media reports about people waiting in line for up to six hours to vote.

Westchase Mother-Daughter Believe Romney Will Get Country 'Back on Track'

Claudia Lefevre attended Romney's rally on Wednesday with her daughter, Heather Long.

Romney Promises 'Real Change'

Gov. Mitt Romney expounded on his 5-point plan during a speech in Tampa Wednesday. Notables in the crowd included former Tampa Mayor Dick Greco, a Democrat.

Romney Tells Tampa America Needs 'Real Reform'

Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney is addressing a crowd at Landmark Aviation in Tampa this morning.

October 31 is Deadline to Request a Vote By Mail Ballot

After October 31, you can go to the Supervisor of Elections office to pick up a vote by mail ballot.

Teens Show Their Support for Romney

Teenagers who turned out at Gov. Mitt Romney's rally in Land O' Lakes have their own reasons for supporting the Republican.

U.S. Senate Race: 4 Questions for Connie Mack

Republican Congressman Connie Mack, who is trying to unseat Democrat Sen. Bill Nelson, made a campaign stop in Ozona on Wednesday. He spoke with Patch about what he plans to do for Floridians if he's elected.