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Florida’s ‘Sinkhole Alley:’ Here’s what homeowners need to know
If you live in Florida, you have probably heard of sinkholes. It’s when the ground caves in, often bringing down everything on top of it. Roads, businesses and homes have all been impacted. Dr. Manoj Chopra has researched sinkholes and erosion at the University of Central Florida and said...
CITY OF PLANT CITY ADDRESSES DANGEROUS INTERSECTION
ALL-WAY STOP SIGNS HAVE BEEN PLACED. The addition of the North Park Isle and Park East housing developments at the north end of Park Road, have greatly increased the number of cars crossing Sam Allen Road at North Park Isle. In the last two years, families have moved into hundreds of new houses. Though stop lights at the intersection were always in the plan, it remained a multiple lane, two-way stop. Drivers have been confused about how to safely navigate the intersection, and Plant City Police Department (PCPD) cars with lights running to direct traffic around wrecks have been a regular sight. In the last six months, twelve crashes have happened at this crossroad.
Flooding from rain causing road closures in Pasco County
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. — Flooding from rain has closed several roads in Pasco County, the Pasco County Sheriff's Office said in a Facebook post. At this time, the following areas are closed to traffic, according to the sheriff's office:. Port Richey - Northbound lanes on Congress St. at Ridge...
New dengue cases have several Florida counties under mosquito advisory or alert. Here's where
Two cases of locally acquired dengue were reported between June 23 and June 29, bringing the Florida total of locally acquired cases to 10 across four counties, according to the Florida Department of Health. Health advisories and alerts have been issued for the affected counties. The number of travel-related cases...
Florida’s Minimum Wage Workers Face 98-Hour Workweeks for One-Bedroom Apartments: Report
Securing affordable housing in Florida can be incredibly challenging, especially for individuals earning minimum wage. It can often feel like an ongoing battle. According to a recent report by the National Low Income Housing Coalition, Florida is one of the top 10 states where a higher hourly wage is needed to afford housing. If you’re struggling to find an affordable home, you’re not alone. Many people are facing the same challenge.
Ground broken in New Port Richey for low-income housing for vets
NEW PORT RICHEY — The Pasco County Housing Authority’s first complex devoted exclusively to providing affordable housing for low-income veterans came one step closer to reality June 17 when ground was broken for Magnolia Oaks. The complex, to be located on a 9.8-acre property at 7338 Massachusetts Ave., will include 77 housing units, an office for a Veterans Affairs staffer to provide support services, a community building and a swimming pool. It is located on a bus line and less than two miles from the New Port Richey VA Clinic on Little Road. The Pasco Housing Authority is an independent authority not officially connected with the government of Pasco County. Mostly supported by tenant rents and funds from the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), it manages more than 200 units of housing for low-income people across the county.
‘Be careful’: Tampa families prepare to safely celebrate the Fourth of July
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — With the Fourth of July holiday just days away, many are expecting to light fireworks, and while the dazzling light shows can be exciting, they are also dangerous. While families plan for fireworks celebrations, doctors are urging everyone to play it safe.From firecrackers to sparklers Galaxy Fireworks has it all. “When […]
Hillsborough County Offices Will Close For The July 4th holiday, and Tampa Services Will Also Be On Break
County offices and facilities will lock their doors this Independence Day. According to an announcement on the Hillsborough County's official website, the closures are set for Thursday, July 4, as the nation dons its stars and stripes to celebrate. The offices will not be a ghost town for long and they’re scheduled to reopen the following day, Friday.
TECO counters arguments its Florida rate hike is excessive
TALLAHASSEE, Florida — Tampa Electric Co. defended its three-year, $469 million rate hike request pending before state regulators Tuesday, saying consumer energy groups and other opponents were using misleading information to try to scuttle the increase. The utility agreed to only $8 million in adjustments after Public Counsel Walt...
Free Event In Tampa With Fireworks, Music And Giveaways Happening On July 4th
That’s right, There’s a free event in Tampa with fireworks, music and giveaways happening on July 4th. This event is going down at Smokey Jones Smoke and Vape Shop which is located at 4035 W. Hillsborough Avenue in Tampa. Do you have a big family and are looking for something to do to celebrate independence day? Well, you have come to the right article because not only is this event going to be fun, it’s also free!
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