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PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – Paul R. Smith Middle School in Hudson was temporarily placed on controlled campus status today as Pasco Sheriff’s Office deputies investigated a rumored school threat. The threat was determined to be unfounded, and normal operations have resumed. During the investigation, a…
Read More Paul R. Smith Middle School Briefly On Controlled Campus Due To Rumored Threat, Fire Alarm Pulled
HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. – A routine traffic stop for a missing headlight Friday turned into a significant drug bust in Hernando County. Hernando County Sheriff’s Office Deputy K. Rogers pulled over a white Mercedes sedan and, during the stop, observed drug paraphernalia in the car.…
Read More Spring Hill Traffic Stop Leads To Multiple Drug Arrests And Discovery Of Fentanyl
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – Pasco Sheriff’s Office has arrested a student involved in circulating threats on social media targeting Cypress Creek High School, Cypress Creek Middle School, and Zephyrhills High School. The original photo associated with the threats has been circulated in other school districts…
Read More Pasco Sheriff: Student Arrested For Social Media Threats Targeting Area Schools, Cypress Creek And Zephyrhills
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis urged lawmakers on Monday to address the financial struggles facing condominium associations and owners, including skyrocketing costs, before the 2025 regular legislative session begins in March. Speaking at the Roberto Alonso Community Center in Miami Lakes, DeSantis proposed no-interest or low-interest…
Read More Florida Gov. DeSantis Calls For Legislative Action To Address Soaring Condo Costs Before 2025 Session
TAMPA, Fla. – A water main break has necessitated the complete closure of North 22nd Street between East Chelsea Street and East Genesee Street in Tampa, Florida. The Tampa Water Department is currently working to repair the break. Drivers are advised to exercise caution in…
Read More Water Main Break Forces Closure Of North 22nd Street In Tampa
Tropical Storm Francine has formed in the Gulf of Mexico and is expected to become a hurricane before making landfall on the Louisiana coast on Wednesday or Wednesday night. A Hurricane Watch has been issued for the Louisiana coastline from Cameron to Grand Isle, and…
Read More Tropical Storm Francine Strengthens, Hurricane Watch Issued For Louisiana
POLK COUNTY, Fla. – A 28-year-old Poinciana resident, Brandyn Carmoega, was arrested on September 6th by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office for an illegal dumping incident that occurred days earlier. On August 29th, Carmoega allegedly drove a U-Haul truck onto private property off Deen Still…
Read More Poinciana Man Arrested For Illegal Dumping In Davenport: Polk County Sheriff
There are many leaders in the U.S. Army, but few leaders receive the prestigious Gen. Douglas MacArthur Award for exceptional leadership. The MacArthur Leadership Award program was introduced in 1987 to recognize 28 company-grade and junior warrant officers annually who demonstrate MacArthur’s ideals of “Duty,…
Read More Tampa Native, Medical Branch Talent Manager, Wins Gen. Douglas MacArthur Award For Exceptional Leadership
TAMPA, Fla.– The outside eastbound lane on West Kennedy Boulevard, between South Habana Avenue and South Bungalow Park Avenue, will remain closed as the Tampa Water Department continues restoration efforts following a water main break. Drivers should expect delays and exercise caution in the area,…
Read More Extended Lane Closure On West Kennedy Boulevard Due To Water Main Repairs
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – Twenty-three years after the tragic events of September 11, 2001, Americans continue to honor the lives lost through a National Day of Service and Remembrance. Hillsborough County Fire Rescue, Consumer & Veteran Services, and the Veterans Council of Hillsborough County invite…
Read More Hillsborough County Hosts Patriot Day: 9/11 Remembrance Event On Sept. 11