Larissa Scott
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Tampa, FL, United States
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Doctors warn of increased spread in norovirus cases, hand sanitizer not working to kill norovirus germs
Doctors are warning about the increased spread in norovirus cases. They said hand sanitizer is not working to kill norovirus germs and stress the importance of hand washing. → Read More
Experts grow concerned as heart disease cases rise
According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease-related deaths have increased recently. → Read More
More people raise backyard chickens as egg prices continue to soar
More people are raising their own backyard chickens as egg prices continue to soar. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics show eggs are 70% more expensive than they were a year ago. → Read More
New COVID-19 omicron subvariant XBB.1.5 sweeping the nation, making up majority of cases
The new COVID-19 omicron subvariant, XBB.1.5, is sweeping the nation. It now makes up the majority of cases in the U.S. → Read More
Nate's Honor Animal Rescue expansion underway, completion expected this year
Nate’s Honor Animal Rescue is significantly expanding to better serve the community. Completion is expected later this year. → Read More
Thousands of people attended the Gasparilla parade to celebrate the invasion
Thousands of people attended the 2023 Gasparilla parade along Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa to celebrate the pirate invasion. → Read More
Tampa Bay Water Board to consider approving Segment B of South Hillsborough Pipeline project
On Monday the Tampa Bay Water Board will consider approving Segment B of South Hillsborough Pipeline project. → Read More
People can now book appointments to get taxes filed for free through VITA program
People are now able to book appointments to get their taxes filed for free through the VITA program if they qualify. → Read More
Adderall shortage continues, taking a toll on people who need the medication
Supplies are tight, and pharmacies are back-ordered, meaning many can’t even accept new patients to fill the medication even if they do have it. → Read More
St. Pete Free Clinic expands program to feed more families with help of No Kid Hungry Florida
The St. Petersburg Free Clinic has expanded its food pantry and Fresh Sprouts Preschool Program to feed more families with the help of No Kid Hungry Florida. → Read More
Tampa Bay school districts continue to battle teacher shortages
Tampa Bay school districts continue to battle teacher shortages as leaders work to fill hundreds of vacancies. → Read More
Hillsborough County School District considers building affordable housing for teachers and staff
The Hillsborough County School District is considering building affordable housing for its teachers and staff. → Read More
City of Bradenton nears completion of Riverwalk East expansion project
The City of Bradenton is nearing completion of it's Riverwalk East expansion project, adding another 1.5 miles to the trail. → Read More
Doctors stress importance of taking precautions as RSV cases continue to climb heading into the holidays
Doctors are worried that RSV cases in young children could spread more during upcoming holiday gatherings, so they're stressing taking precautions to help reduce the surge. → Read More
West Tampa residents across from Raymond James worry Bucs game day parking tradition could be threatened
Homeowners across from Raymond James Stadium worry their Bucs game day parking tradition could be threatened. → Read More
Local nonprofit gives schools supplies to struggling teachers
A local nonprofit, Achieva Credit Union, is donating school supplies to struggling teachers in need of a break. → Read More
Concerns for a severe flu season grow as CDC's recommended Oct. 31 deadline to get vaccine nears
Concerns for a severe flu season are growing and doctors continue to push people to get vaccinated ASAP. → Read More
'Families have lost everything:' Dire need for baby formula, other baby supplies in areas devastated by Ian
Health Start Coalition put out an urgent plea to help families with babies in areas affected by Hurricane Ian. They're in dire need of pre-mixed infant formula and other baby supplies. → Read More
Hillsborough Commissioners to hold emergency meeting Thursday about All For Transportation Tax
The Hillsborough County Commission is having an emergency meeting Thursday to figure out how to move forward with the All For Transportation Tax amid legal issues. → Read More
Schools in north Sarasota County reopen Monday following Hurricane Ian's damage
Schools in north Sarasota County are reopening Monday following Hurricane Ian damage. Schools in south Sarasota County are scheduled to open on October 17. → Read More