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The Road to 10K

Facebook Followers assemble!

Only 4% of our readers follow us on Facebook.
In the words of Matthew McConaughey in The Wolf of Wall Street, “Those are rookie numbers.”

Our goal is 10,000 Facebook followers by February 1, and if we hit it, we’re giving back BIG.

• 1 Facebook follower wins $1,000 in gift cards to local Southshore businesses
• 10 more followers win $50 each in gift cards to local Southshore businesses

How to Enter:

1️⃣ Follow us on Facebook
2️⃣ Go to the pinned post titled “The Road to 10K” and leave a comment
3️⃣ That’s it (Although the more Southshore friends you invite, the faster 10k happens)

If we reach 10,000 Facebook followers by February 1, we’ll randomly select winners from the comments and announce them February 2.

This only works if we hit 10,000 followers, so get your aunts, uncles, and cousins involved. And while we love the love, we’re a local publication built for locals and run by locals, so it’s best if they live in Southshore or frequent the area.

👉 Click to join The Road to 10K on Facebook

Featured Story

Burn Notice

A reminder about the dangers of lithium-ion batteries

If your house is filled with modern tech, this story is worth a minute of your time. A recent house fire in Dade City was caused by malfunctioning lithium-ion batteries stored in a garage, according to Pasco County Fire Rescue. No injuries were reported, but it’s a reminder that the same batteries powering our everyday lives can become dangerous under the wrong conditions, and apparently cause Elon to lose a few pennies along the way.

Officials haven’t released which specific device ignited the fire. But as a Tesla owner, lithium-ion battery fires always make me pay attention. That said, this isn’t just about electric vehicles. Lithium-ion batteries are everywhere. Phones, laptops, tablets, power tools, electric bikes, scooters, backup battery packs, and those devices quietly charging in the garage overnight all use the same technology.

Most of the time, these batteries are perfectly safe. Problems tend to pop up when batteries are damaged, overheated, charged improperly, or stored in tight spaces surrounded by flammable materials. Suddenly, that cluttered garage becomes more than just an eyesore. On that note, we do know a girl. Square One Garage Solutions.

Fire officials recommend a few simple habits that can go a long way. Use manufacturer-approved chargers. Unplug devices once they’re fully charged. Avoid charging batteries in enclosed or cluttered areas. Replace any battery that looks swollen or gets unusually hot. If a battery starts acting suspicious, it’s not being dramatic. It’s trying to tell you something.

The good news is that fires like this are often preventable. A few small changes in how and where we charge our devices can help keep Southshore homes safer. With enough to worry about during hurricane season, battery safety is one thing we can actually control.

Osgood Mental Health Counseling

Local Men’s Group

Real talk. Real connection. Real growth.

This men’s group offers a space to open up, be heard, and walk away stronger than you came in. If you’re a male living in the Southshore area looking for a support system to promote personal growth, then this is the place for you. No judgement. No pressure. No cost. Next meeting Friday, January 16th.

Osgood Mental Health Counseling

Things to do

What’s Washing Up on The Shore This Week

Another Cheesy Story

See what I Did There?

If your fridge is usually stocked with a few go-to cheeses, this is one of those stories worth a quick check. Health officials have expanded a cheese recall after routine testing found contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Some of the affected products were sold in Florida, including grated Pecorino Romano cheeses from several popular brands.

This recall was classified at the highest risk level, meaning there’s a reasonable chance the product could cause serious illness if consumed. Anyone who has purchased the recalled cheese should not eat it and should throw it away or return it to the store for a refund.

Listeria isn’t your average food bug. While healthy adults may experience mild symptoms, it can be especially dangerous for pregnant people, older adults, young children, and those with weakened immune systems. Symptoms can take time to appear, which makes checking your fridge now a smart move, especially if you’ve bought grated cheese recently.

For Southshore households, this is a good reminder to take a quick look through the cheese drawer before tonight’s dinner. If you find any of the recalled products, skip the taste test and toss it. This is one situation where curiosity is not worth it.

Southshore Spotlight

Girls Who Code

Girls Who Code is a nonprofit organization working to close the gender gap in technology by teaching girls and nonbinary students the skills they need to succeed in computer science. Through free clubs, summer programs, and community initiatives, they’re building confidence, creativity, and pathways into future tech careers.

Nominate your local hero by emailing us at [email protected]

We Know a Guy…or Girl

NBS Esthetics

NBS Esthetics is your premier face and body treatment specialist for Southshore. From personalized skincare solutions to rejuvenating body treatments, they help you look and feel your best with services tailored to your unique needs. For the full month of January, all in-stock retail items (excluding Caribbean Sol) are 35% off, while supplies last. (Local pickup only)

Call, text, or book a private shopping session below.

(813) 922-9327

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“Keep it Local!”

Foodies Only

Your Restaurant

New menu items, promos, specials, events- feature them here. This is the place to tell 30,000 readers in Southshore what you've got. Only 20 spots for the year. Claim yours today.

If you’ve got a restaurant, food truck, or even a lemonade stand, it could be featured here. Email us at [email protected]

Local Sports

Our area high schools boast state champions and multiple division titleists. Come out and show your support for these teams and for our community.

Got news, events, or press releases that the Southshore needs to know about? Submit them here. (We’ll do our best to add press releases in our regular rotation.) If you’re looking to run an actual ad, go here instead.

Until next time,

Keep It Local.