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Rep. Bilirakis to host Annual Military & Veterans Resource Fair

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood
Wednesday, May 16th, 2012, 4:11pm
Rep. Bilirakis to host Annual Military & Veterans Resource Fair

Tarpon Springs, Florida -- On Saturday, May 19, Rep. Gus Bilirakis will host his annual Military & Veterans Resource Fair and appreciation event.  The fair, which has become a popular event for area veterans, provides services and resources for servicemembers and veterans.

“I have made it a priority to be an advocate for veterans and their families in the United States Congress and we must ensure veterans receive the benefits they have earned through their service to our nation,” said Bilirakis, who is also Vice Chairman of the Veteran's Affairs Committee.

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Free testing for Hepatitis A, B, and C on May 18

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood
Wednesday, May 16th, 2012, 12:07pm
Free testing for Hepatitis A, B, and C on May 18

Pinellas County, Florida -- In honor of World Hepatitis Awareness Day on May 18, the Pinellas County Health Department is offering free testing for Hepatitis A, B, and C at all of its health centers.

"Hepatitis" means an inflammation of the liver. Viral hepatitis is leading cause of liver cancer and the most common reason for liver transplantation. 

Vaccines for Hepatitis A and B are available through the county health department's STD clinics. There is no vaccine for Hepatitis C.

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Over 70K meals collected in Pinellas for Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood
Tuesday, May 15th, 2012, 3:46pm

Pinellas County, Florida -- On Saturday, May 12, the US Postal Service held its 20th Annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.

In Pinellas, Religious Community Services, Inc. (RCS) celebrated its 20th year participating in the event as one of the food bank beneficiaries with hundreds of...

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Fire chief urges safety in the water as summer rolls in

Submitted by Ashley Porter, Multimedia Journalist
Monday, May 14th, 2012, 4:01pm

Summer's almost here, and there are several ways to tell. Among them: more cautionary tales and tips are coming your way about pool and water safety.

East Lake Fire Chief Tom Jamison just released a friendly reminder to families about how to prepare and be safe.

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Nominate your favorite teacher in Pollo Tropical campaign

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood
Sunday, May 13th, 2012, 10:47am
Nominate your favorite teacher in Pollo Tropical campaign

Pollo Tropical is honoring teachers throughout May by giving 15 teachers from 15 counties free Pollo Tropical for a year through its Teacher of the Year campaign.

The winning teachers from each county are the ones with the most nominations from students and parents in their respective county.

For those who nominate a teacher, you will get a free small Pollo Tropical Tropichop with any drink purchase.

All public, private or charter school teachers in Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco counties are eligible to be entered.

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Calling all pets for Humane Society's 2013 Calendar Contest

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood
Sunday, May 13th, 2012, 10:33am
Calling all pets for Humane Society's 2013 Calendar Contest

Clearwater, Florida -- The Humane Society of Pinellas is looking for contestants for their 2013 Celebration of Companionship Calendar.

Owners can enter the contest for $10 and your pet’s photo is guaranteed to appear in the calendar. Vote for your favorites for just $1 per vote!

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PSTA offers Summer Youth Haul Pass

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood
Saturday, May 12th, 2012, 10:55am
PSTA offers Summer Youth Haul Pass

Pinellas County, Florida -- This summer, while kids are out of school PSTA is offering a deal to help families save money with the Summer Youth Haul Pass!

Starting May 15 through Aug. 31, PSTA will offer the pass for unlimited rides to anyone under the age of 18 for $35. Also included are rides on the Clearwater Jolley Trolley. Excluded rides on PSTA are Routes 100X and 300X to Tampa.

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