Podcasts about Hillsborough County

Hillsborough County Real Estate Statistics and Market Trends for November 2025 Want to know what the Tampa, Temple Terrace, and Brandon real estate market is doing? If you're thinking about buying or selling a home in Tampa, Temple Terrace, Brandon, Westchase, Apollo Beach, Ruskin, Bloomingdale, South Tampa, or Seminole Heights you will want to know what the current real estate market is doing! These statistics are for November 2025 (they lag behind about 30 days). Sign up for the Monthly Statistics Email for all of Pinellas County https://ashlarRE.com/tampa-bay-real-estate-and-home-market-statistics/ ------- Want to experience The Way Real Estate Should Be™? Book a chat at the time that works best for you! https://ashlarre.com/book-a-chat Find a Home https://ashlarRE.com Great Things Tampa Bay - My mobile app and show help you find all the great eats, great places, and great people in the greater Tampa Bay area! Want help selling a home? Get your Free Home Value Report today! https://ashlarRE.com/home-value/

Hillsborough County Real Estate Statistics and Market Trends for November 2025 Want to know what the Tampa, Temple Terrace, and Brandon real estate market is doing?  If you're thinking about buying or selling a home in Tampa, Temple Terrace, Brandon, Westchase, Apollo Beach, Ruskin, Bloomingdale, South Tampa, or Seminole Heights you will want to know what the current real estate market is doing! These statistics are for November 2025 (they lag behind about 30 days). Sign up for the Monthly Statistics Email for all of Pinellas County https://ashlarRE.com/tampa-bay-real-estate-and-home-market-statistics/  -------  Want to experience The Way Real Estate Should Be™? Book a chat at the time that works best for you! https://ashlarre.com/book-a-chat Find a Home  https://ashlarRE.com Great Things Tampa Bay - My mobile app and show help you find all the great eats, great places, and great people in the greater Tampa Bay area!  Want help selling a home? Get your Free Home Value Report today! https://ashlarRE.com/home-value/

Get the most up to date and quickest Dayton, Beavercreek, Oakwood, Kettering and Dayton Metro Home Stats in 2 minutes! However if you want to actually understand what these numbers mean for you...  If you want to know how these numbers impact you as a buyer or seller...  Maybe you're thinking about selling or buying and wondering if now is the right time?  If you want to know what the next 3-6 months are going to look like and any potential market shifts coming down the road... If you want any of those you should absolutely watch my monthly in-depth market analysis as well as download my monthly report.  In-Depth Dayton and Metro Area Stats:  https://youtu.be/zcFRbYNkk20 Sign up for the Monthly Statistics Email for all of Hillsborough County https://ashlarRE.com/dayton-stats  ------- Want to experience The Way Real Estate Should Be™? Book a chat at the time that works best for you!  https://ashlarre.com/book-a-chat  Find a Home  https://ashlarRE.com Great Things Tampa Bay - My mobile app and show help you find all the great eats, great places, and great people in the greater Tampa Bay area ! https://GreatThingstb.com/ Want help selling a home? Get your Free Home Value Report today!  https://ashlarRE.com/home-value/

Get the most up to date and quickest Tampa and Hillsborough County Home Stats in 2 minutes! However if you want to actually understand what these numbers mean for you...  If you want to know how these numbers impact you as a buyer or seller... Maybe you're thinking about selling or buying and wondering if now is the right time?  If you want to know what the next 3-6 months are going to look like and any potential market shifts coming down the road... If you want any of those you should absolutely watch my monthly in-depth market analysis as well as download my monthly report. In-Depth Tampa / Brandon / Hillsborough Stats: https://youtu.be/9_EQsHX-AI8 Sign up for the Monthly Statistics Email for all of Hillsborough County https://ashlarRE.com/tampa-bay-real-estate-and-home-market-statistics/ ------- Want to experience The Way Real Estate Should Be™?  Book a chat at the time that works best for you! https://ashlarre.com/book-a-chat  Find a Home https://ashlarRE.com  Great Things Tampa Bay - My mobile app and show help you find all the great eats, great places, and great people in the greater Tampa Bay area! https://GreatThingstb.com/ Want help selling a home? Get your Free Home Value Report today!  https://ashlarRE.com/home-value/

Get the most up to date and quickest St Petersburg, Clearwater, Safety Harbor, Pinellas Beaches and Pinellas County Home Stats in 2 minutes!  However if you want to actually understand what these numbers mean for you...  If you want to know how these numbers impact you as a buyer or seller... Maybe you're thinking about selling or buying and wondering if now is the right time?  If you want to know what the next 3-6 months are going to look like and any potential market shifts coming down the road... If you want any of those you should absolutely watch my monthly in-depth market analysis as well as download my monthly report.  In-Depth St Pete / Clearwater / Pinellas County Stats:  https://youtu.be/IYBVgGXv7Hw Sign up for the Monthly Statistics Email for all of Hillsborough County https://ashlarRE.com/tampa-bay-real-e...  ------- Want to experience The Way Real Estate Should Be™?  Book a chat at the time that works best for you! https://ashlarre.com/book-a-chat Find a Home https://ashlarRE.com Great Things Tampa Bay - My mobile app and show help you find all the great eats, great places, and great people in the greater Tampa Bay area! https://GreatThingstb.com/ Want help selling a home? Get your Free Home Value Report today! https://ashlarRE.com/home-value/

In this episode, FSA welcomes back Congresswoman Laurel Lee, who proudly represents Florida's 15th Congressional District, encompassing eastern Hillsborough County and parts of Pasco and Polk counties. Congresswoman Lee provides an update on her impactful public safety work in the U.S. House of Representatives, including the progress she is making with her colleagues on the House Judiciary Committee to address threats at home and abroad. She also reflects on her service as Florida's 36th Secretary of State under the DeSantis Administration and how Florida is the top of the class for effective and efficient voting standards. 

TOP STORIES - Tampa Bay and South Florida election results are in — we break down the key takeaways. Plus, TECO customers are set to pay more next year following a rate hike approval, and two Florida insurers face penalties for misconduct during hurricanes. Also in the headlines: a Florida driver accused of killing a 6-year-old in a tragic school-zone crash, a Hillsborough County school safety monitor hit with 207 child porn and bestiality charges, and a Miami-Dade man caught on video abusing a 6-year-old boy who avoids prison time.

TOP STORIES - Tampa Bay and South Florida election results are in — we break down the key takeaways. Plus, TECO customers are set to pay more next year following a rate hike approval, and two Florida insurers face penalties for misconduct during hurricanes. Also in the headlines: a Florida driver accused of killing a 6-year-old in a tragic school-zone crash, a Hillsborough County school safety monitor hit with 207 child porn and bestiality charges, and a Miami-Dade man caught on video abusing a 6-year-old boy who avoids prison time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A total of 171 individuals were apprehended, and one teenage girl was rescued during the Hillsborough County, FL Sheriff’s Office initiative known as "Operation Unmasking Predators.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There have been several people within the Hillsborough County Sheriff's department caught cheating!

There have been several people within the Hillsborough County Sheriff's department caught cheating! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BEST OF - Hurricane Melissa takes aim at Jamaica as most powerful hurricane this late in season, Hillsborough County's sheriff admits staff showed “poor judgment” in an academic cheating scandal, and Governor Ron DeSantis announces New College of Florida's debate prize will be named after Charlie Kirk. Plus, college tuition keeps climbing even as fired coaches collect massive payouts, Trump dodges questions about a potential third term, and Washington remains at a standstill over the government shutdown.

BEST OF - Hurricane Melissa takes aim at Jamaica as most powerful hurricane this late in season, Hillsborough County's sheriff admits staff showed “poor judgment” in an academic cheating scandal, and Governor Ron DeSantis announces New College of Florida's debate prize will be named after Charlie Kirk. Plus, college tuition keeps climbing even as fired coaches collect massive payouts, Trump dodges questions about a potential third term, and Washington remains at a standstill over the government shutdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hillsborough County Fair opens Thursday evening (October 30th). We speak with fair manager Suzanne Holcomb about what's new and returning this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chapters (00:00:00) - Morning Tea and Allegations(00:03:03) - Know Why I'm Here(00:04:42) - Goodbye, Announcer(00:05:23) - Department of Education Shutting Down Due to Federal Government Shutdown(00:09:32) - Should Superintendents be Elected in Hillsborough County?(00:12:14) - Hillsborough County Public Schools: A Crisis?(00:22:02) - Florida School Choice Expansion is a Disaster(00:29:21) - Nearly 80% of teachers say student behavior is out of control(00:35:15) - Teachers Say There's Too Much Mental Health in Schools(00:38:25) - dangerous TikTok trend sends teen to the hospital(00:42:56) - Social Media Companies Ordered to Testify in Social Media Case(00:47:13) - Cybersecurity Tips for May(00:49:29) - Man Pulls a Gun During Tampa City Council(00:52:29) - Elvis Piggott Lashes Out At My Ex-

TOP STORIES - More than 80 “No Kings” protests are planned across Florida, charges against Trooper the dog's owner have been dropped, and four people—including two students—are hurt in a Tampa school bus crash. Plus, Hillsborough County approves $18 million for upgrades to the Yankees’ Steinbrenner Field, a Hooters manager launches a run for Lakeland mayor, and a naked Florida woman is accused of punching a firefighter who tried to get her to cover up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TOP STORIES - More than 80 “No Kings” protests are planned across Florida, the Florida House unveils proposals to reduce property taxes, and four people—including two students—are hurt in a Tampa school bus crash. Plus, Hillsborough County approves $18 million for upgrades to the Yankees' Steinbrenner Field, a Hooters manager launches a run for Lakeland mayor, and a naked Florida woman is accused of punching a firefighter who tried to get her to cover up.

Hillsborough County's Pet Resource Center is 600 percent over capacity for cats. We talk with the center's Chelsea Waldeck about the causes of the cat population explosion and how they're working to adopt those cats out (adoption fees are waived). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Yard Sign, Florida's original political podcast, hosts Johnny Torres and David Cabrera welcome back PR expert and veteran Travis Horn for a lively mix of banter, breaking news, and sharp political analysis. Kicking off with lighthearted chats on stand-up comedy—praising Austin's scene, Joe Rogan, and Jim Gaffigan's "steakhouse laugh"—the trio dives into the bombshell Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal brokered by President Trump. They break down key components like the release of all hostages within 72 hours, Israel's swap of 250 life-sentence prisoners and 1,700 detainees for around 40 captives (half presumed dead), Hamas's arms laydown, IDF withdrawal, humanitarian aid resumption, and a new civilian Palestinian authority. Horn highlights Arab nations turning against Hamas, while Torres notes the deal's timing amid ongoing Gaza bombings and media skepticism from outlets like NBC. They react to rare bipartisan praise from Sen. Tim Kaine and tie it to Trump's Nobel buzz, contrasting it with ABC's Obama Nobel throwback shade. The conversation shifts to the unnoticed government shutdown (now week two), with furloughed feds getting paid vacations and essential workers grinding unpaid. Touching on economic wins like reversing the deficit for the first time in 15 years under Treasury guidance, they speculate on midterm impacts amid tariff battles and immigration focus. A quick pivot to the U.S.-Venezuela tensions sees Qatar mediating as Trump deploys 10,000 troops to Caribbean bases like Puerto Rico, striking "civilian boats" (read: cartel speedboats with khaki packages) while Rubio pushes Maduro's ouster. Banter ensues on Puerto Rico tales, La Perla neighborhoods, and corporate getaways. Fast-forward to DOGE Florida under new CFO Blayson Goglia (ex-Government Gone Wild YouTuber), who blasts Hillsborough County's wastes: $750K for a St. Pete mayor statue, $500K "leadership portal" (basically a YouTube course), and auto allowances amid ballooning budgets despite modest population growth. The group laments local GOP infrastructure failures, like unorganized District 5 races, and predicts Josh Wostel's principled reelection fight in blue-leaning Tampa. Wrapping with a Danish study on 321 Palestinian refugees (63% convicted, 55% on welfare; second-gen at 34% convicted, 37% welfare), they decry Europe's immigration woes paralleling U.S. debates. The episode closes on a humorous note with a skit on dodging NYC tickets by sympathizing with "Donnie" (cops), plus plugs for VFW 4321 karaoke and pop-up chef events.   Topic Chapters: 00:00 - Intro & Comedy Banter 05:09 - Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Breakdown 14:13 - Tim Kaine's Praise & Midterm Speculation 17:19 - U.S.-Venezuela Conflict & Qatar Mediation 21:05 - Truth Social Scoop & Puerto Rico Tales 50:04 - DOGE Florida with Blayson Goglia 55:13 - Hillsborough County Politics & Josh Wostel 59:05 - Turning Point USA & Latino Vote 01:03:51 - Danish Immigration Study 01:05:43 - Funny Cop Pull-Over Skit & Outro

TOP STORIES - Marking one year since Hurricane Milton, questions are swirling about the Rays' future in St. Petersburg after 2028. Hillsborough County pushes back on Florida's DOGE spending allegations, and a Florida couple faces charges after allegedly abandoning a juvenile on I-75 with guns and cash. Plus, deputies in Polk County make a bizarre discovery, and President Trump is set to headline the America Business Forum in Miami next month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TOP STORIES - Marking one year since Hurricane Milton, questions are swirling about the Rays' future in St. Petersburg after 2028. Hillsborough County pushes back on Florida's DOGE spending allegations, and a Florida couple faces charges after allegedly abandoning a juvenile on I-75 with guns and cash. Plus, deputies in Polk County make a bizarre discovery, and President Trump is set to headline the America Business Forum in Miami next month.

TOP STORIES - The new Tampa Bay Rays owners outline ambitious stadium plans and face a long road ahead; Hillsborough County closes multiple inquiries into social media posts about Charlie Kirk; Senator Jay Collins slams “paparazzi-chasing” politicians as speculation grows about a possible run for governor. Plus, Florida Democrats and Republicans trade blame over the ongoing government shutdown, a Miami Northwestern student says a brutal bathroom attack sent her to the ER, and the ex-husband of a Real Housewives of Miami star sues Bravo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TOP STORIES - The new Tampa Bay Rays owners outline ambitious stadium plans and face a long road ahead; Hillsborough County closes multiple inquiries into social media posts about Charlie Kirk; Senator Jay Collins slams “paparazzi-chasing” politicians as speculation grows about a possible run for governor. Plus, Florida Democrats and Republicans trade blame over the ongoing government shutdown, a Miami Northwestern student says a brutal bathroom attack sent her to the ER, and the ex-husband of a Real Housewives of Miami star sues Bravo.

Hillsborough County government is holding a workshop to get input on its Post Disaster Redevelopment Plan. The idea is to have a plan ready to go in case another disaster such as Hurricanes Helene or Milton strikes the Tampa Bay area. We speak with CK Moore, the Section Chief for Planning of Hillsborough County Emergency Management. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat and Aaron are joined by Hillsborough County Commissioner Ken Hagan for his thoughts on the state of the Rays after ownership changeover and ultimately where they could end up in the future.

Chapters (00:01:15) - Back to School Speech(00:01:29) - Sunshine Education Coalition(00:03:18) - POLICY: Parent Code(00:09:41) - The role of the physician(00:10:25) - Checking Child's Grades(00:15:26) - Fighting in the Schools(00:19:57) - Bullying in the School(00:21:22) - Don't Let Your Child Suicide(00:27:15) - Hillsborough County suicide rate rises 14 percent(00:31:20) - After-School Programs for Individuals with Disabilities(00:35:54) - President on Testing the Kids(00:39:27) - Hispanic Heritage Month(00:43:28) - Hispanic Heritage Month

Rays Season Wrap-Up RaysUpRays fall out of playoff contention but improve draft positionPhillies clinch NL East; Brewers, Dodgers, Blue Jays all in tight division racesGlass-half-full outlook as younger players gain valuable experience under pressureSpotlight on Montgomery Biscuits in the Southern League playoffsHomer Bush Jr., Ledbetter, Brody Hopkins, Will Simpson, and TJ NicholsRays and Brewers' player development approaches Rays' history of sending prospects to Australia's Perth Heat New Perth Heat manager Perry Roth, formerly with the River Dogs & Hot RodsRays who benefited from ABL: Kiermaier, Caminero, Brosseau Electric Puerto Rican Heritage Night atmosphereSurrounded by Blue Jays fans behind Visitors' dugoutEase of parking and access tSpotting Kevin KiermaierRays co-presidents, Auld & Silverman moving into advisory rolesRob Manfred's “clean slate” for the stadium hunt Evaluating Erik Neander's tenure and future Erik could lead the Rays to their first World Series  Yandy Díaz's consistent excellenceBalancing young talent - Trey Morgan, Jonathan Aranda & others in the lineupNeed to find power bats & maintaining defensive standards Trade for controllable players vs risky free-agent signingsRyan Pepiot's recent struggles with control and late-season fatigue. Comparing his development path to Chris Archer's early yearsWhy Mat still sees Cy Young potential and a future Rays rotation core with Shane Baz and Drew RasmussenUpcoming Guests - authors Lou Schiff and Jane Leavy CBA negotiations - baseball's financial landscape is rapidly changingReflecting on the Mets' late-season collapseBlake Snell Trade Tree - Rays add Cole Wilcox to the 40-man rostero   How Wilcox's shift from starter to reliever revived his careero   What his AAA stats suggest about his future bullpen roleo   The winding path of Isiah Kiner-Falefao   Chandler Simpson's wall-robbing catch and his underrated offensive growtho   Finalized trade sending Jose Caballero to Yankees for Marshall Tooleo   Outfield depth rising: Brailer Guerrero, Theo Gillen, Brenner Summerhill, Colton Ledbetter, Homer Bush Jr.Tropicana Field & Stadium - Roof repairs progressing; turf replacement nexto   Q&A on 2007 Hillsborough County survey on stadium location and fundingo   Retractable roof debate and evolving fan expectationsBright Spots & Looking Aheado   Rays pitching pipeline: Ian Seymour, Joe Boyle, and moreo   Nick Fortes behind the plate as a key additiono   A system stacked with talent as new ownership arrivesStadium & Tropicana Field UpdatesRoof repairs underway; new turf installation planned for spring training.2007 Hillsborough County survey results on stadium location and funding revealed.League & Ownership LandscapeMat hints at changing financial structure and upcoming CBA negotiationsRays' $1.7B sale despite uncertain stadium future shows franchise value growth. Fan interference stories from recent games.Will Bill & Ted and/or Jimmy Kimmel be future guests or are we just “Waiting for Godot”You can find Mat at @matgermain.bsky.social or reach Mark at  baseballbizondeck@gmail.com BaseballBiz on Deck, at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at www.baseballbizOnDeck.com Special Thanks to Scott Holmes for the music Stomps & Claps

In light of his passing just under two weeks ago, a reissue of his December 2019 "Catholic Sports Radio" interview. (Later this year he is going to posthumously receive the Sam Bailey Lifetime Achievement Award from the University of Tampa, which will enshrine him in their Athletics Hall of Fame.) Every year since 1981 a tournament has taken place to promote high school baseball in Hillsborough County, which has Tampa, Florida, as its seat.  It was first established as a memorial for Tony Saladino, Sr. and, as of December 2019, had grown from eleven public schools to a 32-team event, with 38 players that have participated in the tournament having gone on to play in the Major Leagues, 12 of which were first round draft picks.  He had been at the heart of all of this for all those years.

From Dispatcher to Deputy: How a Helicopter Crash and Trauma Changed His Life. Special Episode. That call became the first of many moments that would shape his understanding of trauma, resilience, and eventually, recovery. He is the guest on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, available for free on their website, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast platforms. When Andrew Baxter, better known by many as “Drew Breasy,” spent 28 years in law enforcement, beginning as a 911 dispatcher and ending as the lieutenant commanding a communications center that handled roughly 1.8 million calls annually. That journey taught me how to stay calm in chaos, and build teams that do the same. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms. When took his first seat behind the console as a 911 dispatcher, he couldn't have imagined how a single call would change the trajectory of his life. The young recruit had joined the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Department full of energy and purpose. But one of his earliest calls, a helicopter crash, left a permanent imprint on his mind and spirit. Look for supporting stories about this and much more from Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast in platforms like Medium , Blogspot and Linkedin . “It was one of those calls you never forget,” Baxter says. “I wasn't on the scene, but I could hear everything. The voices, the panic, the chaos. And that's the thing about dispatching—sometimes the trauma isn't direct, but it's just as real.” From Dispatcher to Deputy: How a Helicopter Crash and Trauma Changed His Life. Special Episode. That call became the first of many moments that would shape his understanding of trauma, resilience, and eventually, recovery. From the Console to the Streets Baxter's career began in dispatch, but his ambition and commitment to service soon took him beyond the phone lines and radio traffic. He transitioned to the streets, trading in the headset for a patrol car. Over the years, he climbed the ranks, eventually retiring as a Sheriff's Lieutenant. Available for free on their website and streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcast platforms. While dispatch exposed him to the raw fear and emergencies of strangers, working the streets brought trauma even closer. He responded to violent crimes, traffic accidents, domestic disputes, and tragedies that most people only see on the evening news. “The shift from dispatcher to deputy was like going from hearing about the fire to being inside of it,” he recalls. “You see things you can't unsee. You carry them with you, whether you want to or not.” The Hidden Cost of Service For Baxter, the accumulation of both indirect trauma from dispatch and direct trauma from his time as a deputy began to take its toll. Like many in law enforcement, he carried his pain quietly, not wanting to burden others or show what might be perceived as weakness. From Dispatcher to Deputy: How a Helicopter Crash and Trauma Changed His Life. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast episode is available for free on their website , Apple Podcasts , Spotify and most major podcast platforms. But trauma has a way of surfacing. For Baxter, it came in the form of post-traumatic stress, destructive behavior, and substance abuse. The very qualities that made him a strong deputy, discipline, resilience, and a refusal to quit, were the same qualities that kept him from asking for help when he needed it most. “I thought I could outwork it, push through it, just like I always had,” Baxter says. “But trauma doesn't work that way. It catches up with you.” His struggles spilled over into his personal and professional life. Relationships strained. Trust eroded. The career he had built with such pride began to feel like it was slipping away. A Turning Point Recovery didn't come easily, but it did come. Baxter eventually sought help, and through the difficult process of facing his pain, he found not only healing but a new mission. From Dispatcher to Deputy: How a Helicopter Crash and Trauma Changed His Life. The full podcast episode is streaming now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. “I realized I wasn't alone,” he says. “There were countless others in law enforcement, dispatch, fire, EMS—people just like me, who were carrying invisible wounds. If I could get through it, maybe I could help them, too.” This realization transformed his life. No longer was his story just about trauma and struggle. It became about recovery, resilience, and using hard-earned lessons to light the path for others. A Mission to Help Others Today, Baxter speaks openly about his experiences, using his platform as “Drew Breasy” to reach those who may still be suffering in silence. He shares his journey not to dwell on the past, but to show what's possible when someone chooses to face it. “Helping others is what gives all of this meaning,” he explains. “If my story can prevent someone else from going down the same destructive path, or if it encourages them to get help sooner than I did, then it's worth it.” From Dispatcher to Deputy. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms. Through speaking engagements, podcasts, and personal outreach, Baxter advocates for mental health awareness within the first responder community. He knows firsthand the stigma that surrounds asking for help in law enforcement and wants to break it down. “There's nothing weak about seeking help,” he says firmly. “It takes more courage to admit you're struggling than it does to ignore it.” A Legacy Beyond the Badge From his early days as a 911 dispatcher to his retirement as a Lieutenant, Andrew “Drew Breasy” Baxter's career was marked by service. But perhaps his greatest service has come after the badge, helping others heal from the traumas that come with wearing the uniform. Check out the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms. The helicopter crash that began his journey was a moment of tragedy. But today, Baxter has turned his pain into purpose. His story is a reminder that trauma may shape a person, but it does not have to define them. “Recovery is possible,” he says. “I'm living proof of that. And if I can help even one person believe it's possible for them, too, then that's my mission.” From Dispatcher to Deputy: How a Helicopter Crash and Trauma Changed His Life. Special Episode. Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) is the primary law enforcement agency for Hillsborough County, Florida, and is responsible for law enforcement services for the 888 square miles of unincorporated areas of the county as well as operation of the two jail facilities and provides courthouse security for the 13th Judicial Circuit. The sheriff is the chief law enforcement officer of the county. The office has one of the lowest officer-to-citizen ratios in the state with 1.4 deputies per 1000 citizens. The national average is 2.3 per 1000. The population of Hillsborough County in 2006 was 1,157,738. He now has a Podcast and website called the Comm Center. Find a wide variety of great podcasts online at The Podcast Zone Facebook Page , look for the one with the bright green logo. Be sure to check out our website . Be sure to follow us on MeWe , X , Instagram , Facebook, Pinterest, Linkedin and other social media platforms for the latest episodes and news. You can help contribute money to make the Gunrunner Movie . The film that Hollywood won't touch. It is about a now Retired Police Officer that was shot 6 times while investigating Gunrunning. He died 3 times during Medical treatment and was resuscitated. You can join the fight by giving a monetary “gift” to help ensure the making of his film at agunrunnerfilm.com . Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer. You can contact John J. “Jay” Wiley by email at Jay@letradio.com , or learn more about him on their website . The full interview is streaming now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show website. Get the latest news articles, without all the bias and spin, from the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast on Medium , which is free. 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Public health experts are worried about the dip in childhood vaccinations. In Sarasota County, the vaccination rate has slid to about 80% for kindergartners. That's a lower rate than neighboring counties — and the statewide immunization rate.On this episode of Florida Matters, we talk about what's behind vaccine hesitancy in Sarasota County with WUSF's Kerry Sheridan. Plus, it's peak rainy season — meaning mosquitoes are out in full force. You'll hear from Gabriella Henderson, Community Relations Coordinator with Hillsborough County mosquito management, about how the county is working to control these tiny but dangerous critters.

Public health experts are worried about the dip in childhood vaccinations. In Sarasota County, the vaccination rate has slid to about 80% for kindergartners. That's a lower rate than neighboring counties — and the statewide immunization rate.On this episode of Florida Matters, we talk about what's behind vaccine hesitancy in Sarasota County with WUSF's Kerry Sheridan. Plus, it's peak rainy season — meaning mosquitoes are out in full force. You'll hear from Gabriella Henderson, Community Relations Coordinator with Hillsborough County mosquito management, about how the county is working to control these tiny but dangerous critters.

On today's MJ Morning Show: Bryan Kohberger's professor knew what he'd be like Morons in the news Speeding to go pay your speeding ticket AG arrested for trespassing Term - Monkey-barring Sheriff Chronister on arrest of man whose alleged drug delivery drone crashed into a Lutz house Fester's Facebook Marketplace search Gen Z is stopping wearing these Is it wrong to do this... At dinner, when someone else is paying, is it ok to get a to-go box/doggie bag? Female senator deepfake Costco is making a change Camera caught man dragging what appeared to be a body in a blanket TPD got a fugitive returned from Columbia Bodycam of DUI suspect, said she drank a Twisted Tea Julian is headed back to NYU Call for the return of the Publix hurricane cake Fake Labubu dolls New Stephen King film, "The Long Walk" Pickleball causing issues in Hillsborough County

TOP STORIES - The trial for the suspect accused in Jacksonville rapper Foolio's murder is delayed until October. The Florida Department of Health confirms a dengue fever case in Hillsborough County. Clearwater police rescue a dog left in a hot car at the beach, and a Spring Hill neighborhood is evacuated after dynamite is found in a home. President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signal hope for a future meeting with Vladimir Putin to pursue peace in Ukraine. Also, a Miami-Dade mother sues Roblox and Discord, claiming the apps enabled a predator to lure and assault her 11-year-old daughter, and a Florida woman once again makes headlines with a goofy mugshot pose after a second DUI arrest.

Hillsborough County Real Estate Statistics and Market Trends for August 2025 Want to know what the Tampa, Temple Terrace, and Brandon real estate market is doing? If you're thinking about buying or selling a home in Tampa, Temple Terrace, Brandon, Westchase, Apollo Beach, Ruskin, Bloomingdale, South Tampa, or Seminole Heights you will want to know what the current real estate market is doing! These statistics are for August 2025 (they lag behind about 30 days). Sign up for the Monthly Statistics Email for all of Pinellas County https://ashlarRE.com/tampa-bay-real-estate-and-home-market-statistics/ ------- Want to experience The Way Real Estate Should Be™? Book a chat at the time that works best for you! https://ashlarre.com/book-a-chat Find a Home https://ashlarRE.com Great Things Tampa Bay - My mobile app and show help you find all the great eats, great places, and great people in the greater Tampa Bay area! Want help selling a home? Get your Free Home Value Report today! https://ashlarRE.com/home-value/

Get the most up to date and quickest  St Petersburg, Clearwater, Safety Harbor, Pinellas Beaches and Pinellas County Home Stats in 2 minutes! However if you want to actually understand what these numbers mean for you... If you want to know how these numbers impact you as a buyer or seller... Maybe you're thinking about selling or buying and wondering if now is the right time? If you want to know what the next 3-6 months are going to look like and any potential market shifts coming down the road... If you want any of those you should absolutely watch my monthly in-depth market analysis as well as download my monthly report. In-Depth St Pete / Clearwater / Pinellas County Stats: https://youtu.be/IYBVgGXv7Hw Sign up for the Monthly Statistics Email for all of Hillsborough County https://ashlarRE.com/tampa-bay-real-e... ------- Want to experience The Way Real Estate Should Be™? Book a chat at the time that works best for you! https://ashlarre.com/book-a-chat Find a Home https://ashlarRE.com Great Things Tampa Bay - My mobile app and show help you find all the great eats, great places, and great people in the greater Tampa Bay area! https://GreatThingstb.com/ Want help selling a home? Get your Free Home Value Report today! https://ashlarRE.com/home-value/

Get the most up to date and quickest Tampa and Hillsborough County Home Stats in 2 minutes! However if you want to actually understand what these numbers mean for you... If you want to know how these numbers impact you as a buyer or seller... Maybe you're thinking about selling or buying and wondering if now is the right time? If you want to know what the next 3-6 months are going to look like and any potential market shifts coming down the road... If you want any of those you should absolutely watch my monthly in-depth market analysis as well as download my monthly report. In-Depth Tampa / Brandon / Hillsborough Stats: https://youtu.be/9_EQsHX-AI8 Sign up for the Monthly Statistics Email for all of Hillsborough County https://ashlarRE.com/tampa-bay-real-estate-and-home-market-statistics/ ------- Want to experience The Way Real Estate Should Be™? Book a chat at the time that works best for you! https://ashlarre.com/book-a-chat Find a Home https://ashlarRE.com Great Things Tampa Bay - My mobile app and show help you find all the great eats, great places, and great people in the greater Tampa Bay area! https://GreatThingstb.com/ Want help selling a home? Get your Free Home Value Report today! https://ashlarRE.com/home-value/

Get the most up to date and quickest  Dayton, Beavercreek, Oakwood, Kettering and Dayton Metro Home Stats in 2 minutes! However if you want to actually understand what these numbers mean for you... If you want to know how these numbers impact you as a buyer or seller... Maybe you're thinking about selling or buying and wondering if now is the right time? If you want to know what the next 3-6 months are going to look like and any potential market shifts coming down the road... If you want any of those you should absolutely watch my monthly in-depth market analysis as well as download my monthly report. In-Depth Dayton and Metro Area Stats: https://youtu.be/zcFRbYNkk20 Sign up for the Monthly Statistics Email for all of Hillsborough County https://ashlarRE.com/dayton-stats ------- Want to experience The Way Real Estate Should Be™? Book a chat at the time that works best for you! https://ashlarre.com/book-a-chat Find a Home https://ashlarRE.com Great Things Tampa Bay - My mobile app and show help you find all the great eats, great places, and great people in the greater Tampa Bay area! https://GreatThingstb.com/ Want help selling a home? Get your Free Home Value Report today! https://ashlarRE.com/home-value/

Chapters (00:01:15) - We are diversity and equity in education. Good evening everyone(00:01:37) - First week of school in Hillsborough County(00:06:55) - The Community Bus Tour(00:08:45) - Community Tour: East Tampa(00:13:39) - Top 10 issues of congestion(00:14:18) - Transportation issues during hurricane season(00:17:14) - Cell Phone Policy at Schools(00:21:34) - Laptop carts in school classrooms(00:26:37) - The Parent Code Workshop(00:29:18) - Talking to Parents About IEPs and navigating school(00:32:17) - The Future of School Programs(00:33:28) - Hurricane Season: Be Prepared(00:37:04) - Speed Cams in School Zones(00:42:39) - Be aware of school buses(00:43:39) - Back to School Announcement(00:46:47) - God is good,(00:47:05) - Hurricane Sandy

On today's MJ Morning Show: Subway Smash (finally) coming later Morons in the news Passenger caught vaping on flight update Elephant attacks tourist taking selfie Guy with 'biggest willy' had accident Tampa Police Chief Bercaw on road takeover MJ Instagram video story Listener received a packaged filled with... Subway Smash! Breast implant MJ's brother is on a yacht Recent wedding featured a 'singles list' MJ is upset with Fester over 'Big Brother' Leonardo di Caprio says he feels 32 Breeze Airways passenger placed in seat by a big guy after breaking out of restraints twice Listener story... daughter missing at Walmart... employees didn't know what to do Fester story - How a delivery driver eats food without customers knowing Dancing With The Stars controversy over possible guest Hillsborough County pet resource hits milestone 3-year-old breaks valuable marble table in cafe. We took calls about kids breaking things Paul Rodriguez arrested over alleged drug possession

TOP STORIES - Florida business leaders caution GOP lawmakers about a looming loss of health coverage. A Hillsborough County teacher wins a lawsuit over preferred pronouns, and a palmetto berry bust leads to 11 arrests and the seizure of 6,000 pounds of berries. Plus, Gov. Ron DeSantis announces a new detention center in northern Florida, Miami-Dade schools celebrate the first day of classes, and St. Pete residents could face higher utility bills.

How Are You Wired? Is a leadership podcast developed by local  basketball coaches, Joe Willis (Plant High School) and Billy Teeden (Florida College). In this episode, Coach Teeden and Coach Willis sit down with Lanness Robinson, athletic director for Hillsborough County Schools, to talk about how he is “wired” as a leader—and how having strong relationships has driven his passion for leadership. 

Wednesday is August 13th... 8/13. Tampa's taking the opportunity on the calendar to celebrate 813 Day. We speak with Curtis Kellogg of Tampa's and Hillsborough County's tourist promotion agency, Visit Tampa Bay, about the day and various ways to celebrate and save. 

TOP STORIES - Students return to class across the Tampa Bay area and South Florida as Hillsborough County officials remind drivers about school zone cameras. Authorities believe a body found in Manatee County is that of missing teen Giovanni Pelletier. Florida will appeal a construction halt at the controversial “Alligator Alcatraz” site, and a Florida man wins $1,000 after removing 87 Burmese pythons from the Everglades.

GOP Rep. Cory Mills is accused of threatening to release nude videos of an ex-girlfriend. Hillsborough County schools face renewed scrutiny over library content. Plus, questions mount over environmental violations at Alligator Alcatraz, a stalking suspect in St. Pete may have targeted multiple victims, and officials install AquaFence to protect key infrastructure ahead of storm season.

TOP STORIES - Governor Ron DeSantis is set to appoint a new Lt. Governor and CFO, Florida's Brightline Train is the deadliest in the country, a Hillsborough County woman was conned out of $15k in AI scam, an ESPN report says the Rays could play post-season games at Steinbrenner Field, why cuts keep coming to Pinellas County Schools, and Tampa is set to install speed cameras in school zones.

TOP STORIES - Democrats are suing for access to a Florida detention site nicknamed “Alligator Alcatraz,” a move the Governor's Office dismissed as “dumb.” In Texas, the wife and daughter of an FIU dean are missing amid severe flooding. Meanwhile, three Floridians fell into the water at Glacier National Park while taking a photo. Elsewhere, out-of-state teens face charges for “swatting” incidents in Polk County. Pasco schools are launching an AI program to personalize learning. Brightline is seeking $400 million in bonds for its Tampa expansion, and Hillsborough County is reviewing which roads need widening.

In episode 140, Garrett sits down with Harry Cohen, Hillsborough County Commissioner, for a candid conversation about Tampa Bay's future. They unpack why the region's explosive growth is outpacing infrastructure, how the collapse of the All for Transportation tax initiative set the area back a generation, and what it will take to build a transit system that actually works. From the political tug-of-war between urban and suburban priorities to the struggle over funding ferries, roads, and rail, Cohen offers an insider's perspective on why big solutions keep slipping away and where hope still lies for progress. Whether you care about traffic, development, or the future of the city you call home, this discussion will give you plenty to think about.0:00:00 - Introduction0:14:22 - Hillsborough County Growth0:28:32 - Why Transportation Initiatives Are Stalling0:39:57 - Sunshine Law0:47:34 - Transportation Continued1:11:15 - Sports Stadiums1:18:13 - Being a Politician 1:24:05 - Airport and Transportation 1:39:36 - Incorporation

Book bans are unconstitutional. Florida is in a crisis.I'm on my way to rant at these people."What is unfolding in Hillsborough County is not the measured application of parental concern. It is a calculated effort to consolidate power through fear, to bypass legal precedent, and to silence diverse voices in Florida's public schools. Educators and parents view this campaign as a state-directed form of censorship intended to intimidate professionals into abandoning their expertise. Books are being targeted and removed without meaningful review, and without regard for the input of local families or communities."THE SOURCES:HCSB meeting Live Stream: https://www.youtube.com/live/7tMHsGztEbY?si=cM-Y50XEBZ8LvIG_The PEN article: https://pen.org/floridas-hillsborough-county-faces-a-frightening-state-driven-censorship-campaign/The Beacon Article: https://www.tampabeacon.com/hillsborough_county/under-fire-from-state-hillsborough-s-ayres-pledges-to-pull-more-books/article_d6826981-001d-4f36-818b-4c6b6af7a4e8.htmlResources for Resisting a Coup: https://makeyourdamnbed.medium.com/practical-guides-to-resisting-a-coup-b44571b9ad66SUPPORT Julie (and the show!): https://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bedDONATE to the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: www.pcrf.netGET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.comTUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www.instagram.com/mydbpodcastOR BE A REAL GEM + TUNE IN ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/MYDBpodcastOR WATCH ON YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/juliemerica The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Book bans are unconstitutional. Florida is in a crisis.I'm on my way to rant at these people. "What is unfolding in Hillsborough County is not the measured application of parental concern. It is a calculated effort to consolidate power through fear, to bypass legal precedent, and to silence diverse voices in Florida's public schools. Educators and parents view this campaign as a state-directed form of censorship intended to intimidate professionals into abandoning their expertise. Books are being targeted and removed without meaningful review, and without regard for the input of local families or communities."THE SOURCES:The PEN article: https://pen.org/floridas-hillsborough-county-faces-a-frightening-state-driven-censorship-campaign/The Beacon Article: https://www.tampabeacon.com/hillsborough_county/under-fire-from-state-hillsborough-s-ayres-pledges-to-pull-more-books/article_d6826981-001d-4f36-818b-4c6b6af7a4e8.htmlResources for Resisting a Coup: https://makeyourdamnbed.medium.com/practical-guides-to-resisting-a-coup-b44571b9ad66SUPPORT Julie (and the show!): https://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bedDONATE to the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: www.pcrf.netGET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.comTUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www.instagram.com/mydbpodcastOR BE A REAL GEM + TUNE IN ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/MYDBpodcastOR WATCH ON YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/juliemerica The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Baker-White, ASTHO Senior Director for State Health Policy, is the first member of ASTHO's State Health Policy team to be featured in ASTHO's Get To Know You Segment; Ken Harrison, Workforce Development Director with the Alabama Department of Public Health, explains the Friendly Face Fridays initiative and how it is helping their workforce; an ASTHO blog article focuses on how Hillsborough County, the Florida Department of Health, and the University of South Florida came together to focus on workforce development; and ASTHO's STAR Center offers resources and tools to help state and territorial health agencies modernize and strengthen administrative and organizational capacities. ASTHO Web Page: State Health Policy ASTHO Blog Article: Academic Health Partnership Prioritizes Workforce Development in Florida ASTHO Web Page: State and Territorial Administrative Readiness (STAR) Center