City Commission Meets, Understanding 'Obamacare'

Working Poor Weigh Obamacare Fines

With the 2014 start date for the Obamacare mandate that says Americans must have health care coverage right around the corner, The Tampa Tribune says many Bay area residents are weighing their financial options. For some of those classified as the “working poor,” paying the fines associated with not having insurance seems to be a favored option. 

Find out what the healthcare changes will mean to you at the Affordable Care Act information session at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18, at the Largo Public Library, 120 Central Park Drive. Find out more here.

$5 Day at MOSI Coming Soon

Don’t want to pay the full price to check out all the exhibits at MOSI? Plan your visit for Sept. 28 and you won’t have to! The museum is offering $5 admission (down from the regular $21.95 for adults). Check out its website for more details.

Cyberbullying Death Casts Light on Serious Issue

The recent suicide of a 12-year-old Polk County girl has once again brought cyberbullying into the spotlight. Polk deputies believe the suicide was prompted by ongoing bullying. The girl’s mother told the Tampa Bay Times she wished she’d paid more attention to what was happening in her daughter’s online life. Parents: Do you keep track of your kids’ online activities? Any tips to share for doing so? Tell us by commenting below!

Rain a Strong Possibility

With a 50 percent chance of storms in the afternoon and evening hours Tuesday, Sept. 17, it might be a good idea to keep an eye on the skies as you head out the door. The National Weather Service also says highs should reach the lower 90s.