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2022: Hillsborough County aging and government transfer dependency trends

Since 1970, Hillsborough County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 4.7%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 2.7%.

By West Hillsborough News | Apr 19, 2025

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Hillsborough County: Residents received $2.22 billion per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 2.5% of income in Hillsborough County, providing an average of $1,466 per capita to residents.

By West Hillsborough News | Apr 13, 2025

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Hillsborough County ranks 59th highest in Florida for per capita government transfer income at $10,415 in 2022

By West Hillsborough News | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Hillsborough County received an average of $10,415 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it ninth lowest in Florida.

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Hillsborough County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2.1% of income in 2022

By West Hillsborough News | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.1% of income in Hillsborough County, providing an average of $1,255 per capita to residents.

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EDA awards $396,000 in grants for economic development projects in Hillsborough County in 2023

By West Hillsborough News | Jan 20, 2025

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $396,000 in grants for economic development projects in Hillsborough County, Florida.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Hillsborough County rise or fall in 2021?

By West Hillsborough News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Hillsborough County received $39.4 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much did farmers in Hillsborough County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By West Hillsborough News | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Hillsborough County received $4,140,471 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Dressing for Success

By West Hillsborough News Reports | Apr 13, 2023

Best Shredder is back!

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Darren Soto: "Today, Congressman Darren Soto (FL-09) announced nearly $70 million in funding for Orlando International Airport"

By West Florida News Report | Apr 4, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Darren Soto (FL-09) announced nearly $70 million in funding for Orlando International Airport through the FY23 Federal Aviation Administration Airport Terminal Program — created by the Infrastructure Law.

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Kathy Castor: "Tour for Veterans Highlights Agricultural Career Opportunities in Hillsborough County"

By West Hillsborough News Reports | Apr 4, 2023

A bus trip reinforced that farming and related professions can be a natural fit for some men and women who served in the U.S. military

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Kathy Castor: ""#LikeAGirl" Program Encourages Athletics and Empowerment for Tomorrow's Sportswomen"

By West Hillsborough News Reports | Apr 4, 2023

Westchase Recreation Center after-school program partners with USF to teach girls self-esteem through sports

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Kathy Castor: "Historical Markers of Hillsborough: Al & Jeanie Tomaini"

By West Hillsborough News Reports | Apr 4, 2023

Gibsonton, a former retirement community of circus performers, honors 7-foot-4 husband and 2-foot-6 wife for their civic leadership

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Kathy Castor: "Commission on Status of Women Honors 2023 Women's Hall of Fame Inductees"

By West Hillsborough News Reports | Apr 3, 2023

Distinguished Hillsborough County residents celebrated during Women's History Month

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Kathy Castor: "Hillsborough County to Commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Return of Vietnam Veterans"

By West Hillsborough News Reports | Apr 3, 2023

Guest speakers, music, and refreshments come together on March 25 to honor the courage and sacrifice of Vietnam Veterans.

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Warrant Wednesday

By West Hillsborough News Reports | Mar 30, 2023

Warrant Wednesday Deputies need your help locating 32-year-old Lisa Liane Zinn

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Marine Unit Rescues

By West Hillsborough News Reports | Mar 28, 2023

Marine Unit Rescues Stranded Teen

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Prestigious Honor

By West Hillsborough News Reports | Mar 28, 2023

Jail Deputy Receives Prestigious Honor

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Bicycle Response Team

By West Hillsborough News Reports | Mar 28, 2023

While you were sleeping, #teamHCSO’s Bicycle Response Team was out in Town ‘n’ Country.

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Pride Diversity Parade

By West Hillsborough News Reports | Mar 28, 2023

It was a great day of love and inclusion at this year’s Tampa Pride Diversity Parade!

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Pride Day

By West Hillsborough News Reports | Mar 28, 2023

It's Tampa Pride Day!