Florida’s back-to-school tax holiday starts today and continues through Aug. 6. During this sales tax holiday period, qualifying items will be exempt from tax including: certain school supplies selling for $15 or less per item; clothing, footwear, and certain accessories selling for $60 or less per item; and computers and certain accessories selling for $1,000...
We are almost two months into hurricane season. If you haven’t already, it’s time to create a family emergency plan, stock up on non-perishable food items, and have your trees trimmed. For more information, visit FEMA’s hurricane readiness page: https://www.ready.gov/hurricanes
Today is National Mutt Day, a day to embrace, save and celebrate mixed breed dog. Do you have a beloved mutt, or are you interested in adopting? Consider visiting a shelter to adopt a mutt in need of a forever home. If you can’t adopt, volunteering is a great way to help mutts, too. ...
The August issue of MetroWest Connect is available now!
Did you know that the MetroWest Public Safety Program is a cornerstone of our effort to make MetroWest a great place to Live, Work, Play and Connect! By partnering with Critical Intervention Services (CIS), we designed a program tailored to our community’s unique needs. For more information, visit https://www.metrowestcommunity.com/public-safety/
Florida’s back-to-school tax holiday ends tomorrow! During this sales tax holiday period, qualifying items will be exempt from tax including: certain school supplies; clothing, footwear, and certain accessories; and computers and accessories below a set price point. Find out more at https://floridarevenue.com/backtoschool/Pages/default.aspx.
Today is International Cat Day, also known as World Cat Day. It is a special day to celebrate domestic cats of all kinds. If you’ve been considering adopting a cat and feel you are ready, go ahead and visit a local shelter or go online to see the many cats looking for homes. Check out...
Tomorrow is the first day of school in Orange County! For more information, visit https://www.ocps.net/.
MetroWest Master Board Meeting.
Today is the first day of school for Orange County Public Schools. Please be aware of our children walking and biking to school today, and of school zones and buses!
