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Hillsborough Sheriff's Office sends message on celebratory gunfire

Hillsborough Sheriff's Office sends message on celebratory gunfire

Hillsborough County, Florida-- Spring and Summer months- they bring sizzling sunshine and lots to celebrate, but Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office recently requested residents to keep saftey in mind, too.

 

In an official release sent Wednesday, HCSO said a key way to keep it safe is to curb celebratory gunfire and practice responsible gun use.

Read their request word-for-word:

Fresh Market at Wiregrass every 1st & 3rd Saturday 10am - 3pm

Fresh Market at Wiregrass every 1st & 3rd Saturday 10am - 3pm

New Tampa, Florida -- The Fresh Market at Wiregrass features 50+ vendors located in the heart of the shopping center on Paseo Drive. Expect to find a variety of Local, Certified Organic, Hydroponic and Conventional Produce, Florida Grown Plants, Herbs and Flowers, Organic Garden Food/Supplies, Locally Made Take-Home Foods such as Jams, Jellies, Salsa, Dips, Seasonings, Sauces and Oils, Local artists showcasing their creative efforts and Eco-Friendly products.

Hillsborough County seeks public feedback on its Draft Strategic Plan

Hillsborough County seeks public feedback on its Draft Strategic Plan

Hillsborough County, Florida -- After three months of public input and five months of planning workshops, research and retreats, the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners has created their draft Strategic Plan for the County.

Residents are encouraged to review the draft Strategic Plan and give their comments on the Plan through the Strategic Plan blog, via email or phone by May 14. The County Commission will take their final vote on the Plan at their regular Board meeting on May 15.

Tampa Yankees Pink Out Night Saturday, May 4

Tampa Yankees Pink Out Night Saturday, May 4

The Tampa Yankees and The Container Store will team up in the fight against Breast Cancer as they host "Pink Out Night" on Saturday, May 4th, at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Gates open at 5:00pm, and the Tampa Yankees will take on the Clearwater Threshers at 6:00pm. There will be pre-game activities for all fans and a post game fireworks show sponsored by Bright House Networks.

Hillsborough County Libraries celebrating National Pet Week

Hillsborough County Libraries celebrating National Pet Week

Hillsborough County, Florida-- National Pet Week at the libraries this week. Several branches have festivities planned.

They sent over all of the details in the release below:

In celebration of National Pet Week, also known as Be Kind To Animals Week, May 5 - 12, Hillsborough County Animal Services is partnering with Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative for an adult lecture series called Save A Life - Foster A Shelter Pet.

EXTRA: 5 things to lower your cable bill

St. Petersburg, FL -- If you have cable then you know it can be expensive. But experts say there are 5 things you can go to get a better rate and save money.

First, do some research, shop around and play the competition card.

McDonald's rewards acts of kindness on Twitter

Tampa Bay, Florida -- Most of us perform random acts of kindness every day including holding the door open for someone, helping someone with their groceries, etc. and McDonald's wants to reward those acts.

Throughout the month of May, Tampa Bay McDonald's restaurants will reward each unique random act of kindness a person shares on the local McDonald's Twitter @McDTampaBay using the #BeDelightful tag in May with a Be Our Guest Card for the newly introduced Egg White Delight McMuffin.