"Enjoy the little things in life, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things."

Daily gridlock on U.S. 301 has become a crisis for Riverview drivers, prompting officials to consider a major solution.

The Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority has formally proposed extending the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway south to the congested Big Bend Road corridor.

This plan aims to address a dangerous stretch of road that saw nearly 3,000 crashes and 25 fatalities between 2019 and 2023.

Advocates argue the extension could slash commute times and reduce delays at key intersections.

While a recent survey showed overwhelming public support for the toll road, some residents have raised concerns about noise and neighborhood impacts.

No decision has been made yet.

The proposal was presented to Hillsborough County Commissioners as an informational update, with crucial public meetings scheduled for October to gather community feedback before any votes are taken.

A state appeals court has struck down Florida's long-standing ban on openly carrying firearms, a decision now binding across the state.

Attorney General James Uthmeier directed law enforcement to immediately halt enforcement of the old prohibition, effectively ending the decades-old rule.

Here in Tampa Bay, local leaders are responding.

Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri confirmed his office will comply but warned that this is not a free-for-all.

Private businesses can still forbid firearms on their property, and gun-free zones like schools and government buildings remain fully in effect.

In Hernando County, Sheriff Al Nienhuis cautioned that openly carrying could make someone a primary target and urged the use of high-retention holsters.

While groups like Gun Owners of America celebrate the victory, both law enforcement and advocates stress that this newfound freedom comes with immense responsibility.

A culinary dream born in a Riverview gas station is officially expanding.

The family behind the beloved Box of Cubans has opened a new location in New Tampa, marking a major step in their ambitious journey.

Owner Marcos Silverio, who started the business with his wife Onelia in a BP station, sees this new venue as the key to a bigger vision.

Their goal is to transform the cherished local brand into a national franchise.

The New Tampa restaurant will serve as a flagship and a training ground for future franchise partners.

The family credits their success to grit, determination, and listening closely to customer feedback, which helped perfect their award-winning Cuban and steak sandwiches.

For the Silverio family, this expansion is more than just a new restaurant.

It’s the next chapter in an American dream fueled by passion and hard work.

Tip of The Day

Enjoy a relaxing day by the Alafia River at Riverview's Bell Creek Nature Preserve, perfect for hiking and birdwatching.

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