Consumer Protection Agency warns of timeshare scams

Submitted by Taylor Katz, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Wednesday, May 8th, 2013, 3:07pm

Hillsborough County, Florida-- The Hillsborough County Consumer Protection Agency is warning residents of a recent rise in timeshare telemarketing scams.

According to their latest Consumer Sense report, the rise comes as a result of the current economically challenging conditions- which have left many timeshare owners unable to afford their units.

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Humana hoping to hire over 150 in Tampa Bay

Submitted by Taylor Katz, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Wednesday, May 8th, 2013, 12:03pm

Tampa, Florida-- Humana Inc. has announced plans to add more than 170 jobs to its full-time telesales workforce in Tampa Bay, the company announced Wednesday.

The 170 new jobs will support Humana's Direct Marketing Services (DMS) call center at NetPark, located at 5701 E Hillsborough Ave., in East Tampa.

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National Senior Health & Fitness Day and Open House

Submitted by Michael Weber, Multimedia News Producer

Tuesday, May 7th, 2013, 10:30am

National Senior Health & Fitness Day and Open House

Tampa, Florida-- The National Senior Health and Fitness Day and Open House is coming up at the end of this month! It is set to take place on Wednesday, May 29, from 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Hillsborough County Aging Services will host an open house on National Senior Health and Fitness Day at several of its Centers. Each of the following centers will offer a variety of exercises and activities:

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Insurance Committee meets Tuesday May 14

Submitted by Mike Deeson, Reporter

Tuesday, May 7th, 2013, 9:16am

Insurance Committee meets Tuesday May 14

Tampa, Florida --If you work for Hillsborough County and are concerned about your insurance options, you might want to be at the County Insurance Committee meeting.

The Committee meets at 9 next Tuesday May 14 on the 26th Floor of County Center in Conference Room B.

County Center is located at 601 East Kennedy Blvd. in Downtown Tampa.

For more information on the meeting you can call Gloria Hernandez in the Human Resources Department at the County at 813 276 2752.

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Money Monday: Insider tips to top unclaimed cash websites

Submitted by Heather Van Nest, Anchor

Tuesday, May 7th, 2013, 12:02am

Tampa, Florida-- 10 News Anchor Heather Van Nest teamed up with Mary Pitman, "The Missing Money Lady" to bring you insider tips to find more unclaimed cash for FREE.

We have already shown you how easy it is to search Florida's unclaimed cash and property division.

Click here: Step-by-step instructions on how to search for cash

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Chamber Awards Banquet May 8

Submitted by Susan Wilson, Assignment Editor

Monday, May 6th, 2013, 7:06pm

Town 'N Country, Florida - The Upper Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend their Annual Installation and Awards Banquet scheduled for next month.

The event is sure to leave locals feeling proud of their community, as organizers say they'll recognize citizens and volunteers for community service, award scholarships to several hardworking high school students, and introduce their incoming members.

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Hillsborough Sheriff's Office sends message on celebratory gunfire

Submitted by Taylor Katz, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Saturday, May 4th, 2013, 9:42am

Hillsborough Sheriff's Office sends message on celebratory gunfire

Hillsborough County, Florida-- Spring and Summer months- they bring sizzling sunshine and lots to celebrate, but Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office recently requested residents to keep saftey in mind, too.

In an official release sent Wednesday, HCSO said a key way to keep it safe is to curb celebratory gunfire and practice responsible gun use.

Read their request word-for-word:

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