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Hillsborough County dengue response continues as scientists fight potential endemic status

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health is expected to release updated dengue fever numbers Tuesday as Hillsborough County continues working to stop the virus from becoming established locally. Last week, dengue cases in Hillsborough County rose from 385 to 407, the highest reported total in the...

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Tampa To Glow Purple on Nov. 14 for Grandmaxing Day

Tampa will glow purple on the evening of Saturday, Nov. 14, in recognition of Grandmaxing Day, according to the City of Tampa's events calendar. The calendar lists the event as in-person, set for all day Saturday, Nov. 14. Tampa families are invited to join in and celebrate the bond between grandparents and grandchildren.

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Hyde Park Village to host holiday extravaganza and annual tree lighting

The silver bells are almost ready to ring. Tampa’s tree lightings and Santa visits are just around the corner, and Hyde Park Village is kicking off the season early with its annual Holiday Happening on Thursday, November 19, from 5:30 to 8:00 PM. The evening brings live music, a...

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It's a festival-filled weekend with a touch of Florida weirdness: Your Tampa Bay weekend plans

Good food, good art and a reason to get outside. This weekend's lineup has a little something for everyone. See what you can get into below. St. Pete Run Fest is taking over the downtown waterfront for a weekend of races, local art and community fun. You can run a 5K, 10K or half marathon, or cheer from the sidelines. There's even a half-mile walk/run with your four-legged friends. Visitors can also enjoy live music, local vendors, mural painting, and art installations. The festivities begin Friday, followed by races Saturday and Sunday near The Dalí Museum.

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One calls kratom lifesaving, another blames it for loss as county tightens rules

Hillsborough County approved new restrictions on concentrated kratom products after emotional testimony from families and supporters divided over its risks and benefits.

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Attorney questions evidence in Tampa father's voter fraud case

A Tampa father is jailed as part of Florida's latest voter fraud sweep, but his attorney questions whether the state can prove he actually voted. Investigative Reporter Katie LaGrone shares new details.

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Pinellas, Pasco schools name finalists for teacher of the year awards

The big story: It’s that time of year when Florida school districts recognize top teachers for their dedication and abilities. Pasco and Pinellas officials recently got into the act, visiting schools across their counties to surprise educators with the news that they were finalists for 2027 district teacher of the year.

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Pasco School Board Votes to Close Fox Hollow Elementary in 2027-28

The Pasco County School Board voted 4-1 on Nov. 3 to close and consolidate Fox Hollow Elementary School after the 2026-27 school year, despite objections from parents, staff and community members concerned about transportation, child care and the loss of a neighborhood school. Fox Hollow students will remain at their...

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Nonprofit brings free eye screenings, glasses to Pasco County families

Preserve Vision Florida is expanding into Pasco County, offering free vision screenings, eye exams and glasses to families in need. The nonprofit is also raising concerns about children's screen time and the rise in nearsightedness.

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Humane Society of Tampa Bay Opens Clearwater Clinic for Pet Care

The Humane Society of Tampa Bay opened a new animal clinic on Monday, Nov. 2, at 2907 State Road 590, Suite 5, in Clearwater. The nonprofit is growing its reach in Pinellas County. The one-story building has several exam rooms and sits close to the group's Clearwater animal shelter. Appointments...

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Superintendent recommends delaying school consolidation plans in Tarpon Springs

The Pinellas County Superintendent is recommending delaying Tarpon Springs consolidation plans by a year, giving families more time to prepare. The School Board still has to give final approval.

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Publix Expands in Polk County: New Shopping Center Signals More Commercial Real Estate Opportunities in Central Florida

Publix Super Markets is making another move in Central Florida’s commercial real estate market, with the Lakeland-based grocery giant set to anchor a new shopping center in Polk County, Florida. The development, reported by the Tampa Bay Business Journal on November 9, 2026, adds to a growing list of grocery-anchored retail projects reshaping one of …

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Workers’ comp denied after classroom mold sickens teachers. Plus, Veterans Day reflections

Bardmoor Elementary School in Seminole has been dealing with mold, forcing students in at least four classes to change rooms. Parents were notified days later. Some teachers have sought medical care for breathing issues and filed for workers’ comp, but the Pinellas County School District has denied the claims.

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Santa tours, fireworks among cuts considered in Safety Harbor after Amendment 3

Santa’s annual tour through Safety Harbor neighborhoods, the city’s Fourth of July fireworks and $145,000 in nonprofit grants are among the community programs that could lose city support.

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BayCare celebrates new Tampa proton center

BayCare Health System leaders joined Tampa Bay Chamber staff members Tuesday to celebrate the opening of the BayCare Proton Center at the Fred J. Woods Radiation Therapy Center at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Tampa. “For me, it’s important to bring the latest technology for cancer treatment to our community,”...

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State licensing board rejects settlement for Modern Lux Pools qualifier, contractor calls police when questioned by WINK Investigates

SAFETY HARBOR, Fla. (WINK) — Florida’s Construction Industry Licensing Board on Thursday rejected a proposed settlement agreement with the former qualified license holder for Modern Lux Pools, a Southwest Florida pool contractor accused of abandoning at least 11 projects and leaving homeowners out tens of thousands of dollars.

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