The Charleston County Sheriff's Office has reported two separate "swatting" incidents at the residence of former Governor Nikki Haley on Kiawah Island, both occurring within a short span of each other. According to spokesperson Amber Allen, the first incident took place on December 30, when deputies were dispatched to Haley's home following a false report of a shooting.
The caller,...
In a groundbreaking initiative to revitalize Tampa's crucial infrastructure, the City's PIPES project (Progressive Infrastructure Planning to Ensure Stability) enters its impressive fifth year.
Launched in September 2019, this ambitious 20-year plan has already achieved a significant milestone, replacing 57 miles of aging water and wastewater pipes. Serving approximately 720,000 residents, the PIPES project is currently focused on critical upgrades...
The picturesque waterfronts of Manatee County face a growing concern as derelict boats become alarming for business owners. Up to 30 vessels, potential navigational hazards, pose risks to fishing and recreational boats. New challenges emerge, including homeless individuals squatting in these vessels, prompting the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to urge quick action by affected owners before enforcement...
As tax season begins in 2024, Tampa Bay residents prepare to file their returns. The United Way Suncoast's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) initiative offers a no-cost service to households with an annual income of $79,000 or lower. Simultaneously, the IRS introduces changes to simplify filing and improve service. From walk-in centers to enhanced online accounts, explore local resources...
EV battery component maker Redwood Materials has just broke ground on their massive new $3.5 billion plant in the Charleston area. The company's new anode recycling and battery component manufacturing facility will span over 600 acres.
The facility is being built at the new Battery Materials Campus, situated in the Camp Hall Commerce Park in northern Berkeley County. Once completed,...
In a significant milestone, Temple Terrace celebrated the opening of a new VA Clinic dedicated to enhancing mental health services for veterans. The clinic is poised to address a spectrum of cases, ranging from substance abuse to PTSD, with a special focus on caring for homeless veterans.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony, hosted by the James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital, took place...
Ahoy, me hearties! Gasparilla 2024 has come to an end, leaving behind a trail of beads, booty, and a few untoward incidents. The pirates descended upon Tampa with their Jose Gasparilla ship, turning Bayshore Boulevard into a spectacle of buccaneer revelry.
The invasion kicked off with the grand arrival of the Jose Gasparilla ship, leading a fleet of smaller vessels...
In the dazzling aftermath of the 2024 Gasparilla Pirate Invasion and parade, Tampa Bay finds itself basking in the glow of a successful event. Amidst the echoes of celebration, remnants of revelry—beads, vapes, cans, and more—adorn Bayshore Boulevard and its neighboring areas. Now, as the confetti settles, a call to action resonates through the bay: a collective effort to...
The John L. Dart Library in Mount Pleasant, part of the Charleston County Public Library system, reopened on Monday, January 29, following extensive renovations. The library now features new additions including a meeting room and a study room. The study room houses the Dart collection, an exclusive African American collection that is available for in-library reading but not for...
A new legislative proposal in South Carolina, introduced by Representative April Cromer (R-Anderson), is seeking to mandate that students in public schools use restrooms corresponding to their biological sex at birth.
This bill, if passed, would have statewide implications, potentially affecting students in all public schools across South Carolina.
“This bill isn’t aimed to punish a group that is clearly struggling...