FEMA announced on Sunday that federal disaster assistance has been approved by President Joe Biden for residents of Hillsborough County as recovery efforts continue in areas affected by Hurricane Helene.
College tuition fees rose 4.1% in Pinellas County in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.
The City of Tampa's Stormwater crews are preparing for a weekend dedicated to clearing debris from drainage systems following the impact of Hurricane Helene. The hurricane brought tropical storm force winds, heavy rainfall, and flooding, leaving behind significant debris on roads, drains, and ditches.
The Tampa Convention Center has resumed operations after avoiding significant damage from Hurricane Helene. This reopening comes just in time for the International Boat Builders Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), which will take place from Tuesday, October 1 to Thursday, October 3. The event's schedule remains unchanged, and hotels in Downtown Tampa are ready to accommodate attendees.
Babe Zaharias has completed a major renovation of all 18 golf course greens and the practice putting green. New TifEagle greens have been installed, along with new greenside bunkers. This $1,000,000 renovation, combined with clubhouse renovations over the last few years, makes Babe Zaharias an even more desirable golfing destination for Tampa residents and visitors.
The City of Tampa Solid Waste Department will start collecting storm debris on Monday, September 30, 2024. This collection is in response to the damage caused by Hurricane Helene and will include vegetative debris, household items, and construction debris. Residents ready for immediate collection can request it by calling the City of Tampa Solid Waste Call Center at 813-274-8811.
Residents are being asked to reduce water usage to lessen the impact on Tampa's wastewater infrastructure as repairs are made following Hurricane Helene.
The Tampa Convention Center has resumed normal operations following Hurricane Helene. The center, which did not sustain damage from the storm, is set to host the International Boat Builders Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) from Tuesday, October 1 through Thursday, October 3.
College tuition fees rose 1.4% in Hillsborough County in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.
The City of Tampa is organizing an interactive training session aimed at empowering neighborhood associations and crime watch groups. The registration deadline for the event is Thursday, September 26.
The City of Tampa will remain closed through Friday due to severe weather and the increasing threat of storm surge and flooding. Solid Waste services are also suspended on Friday, September 27. Residents are encouraged to download the Tampa Trash and Recycling app for real-time updates on service schedules.
The Department of Solid Waste in Tampa has announced a suspension of services through Friday, September 27, 2024, due to Hurricane Helene. Normal operations are expected to resume on Monday, September 30, 2024.
Due to the impending arrival of Tropical Storm Helene, all City of Tampa offices will be closed on Thursday, September 26. This closure allows city staff to focus on emergency response efforts as the storm approaches.
The City of Tampa will hold a press conference at 5:30 PM today, September 25, at the Emergency Operations Center to provide updates on the city’s preparations for Hurricane Helene and expected impacts from the storm. The press conference will follow the release of the 5 PM storm track update from the National Weather Service.