When power bills across Tampa Bay started doubling and tripling during peak summer heat, FOX 13 stopped me downtown to talk about it. I didn't hold back — like a lot of families here, I opened a bill that stopped me cold. It's the kind of everyday pressure that doesn't always make the headlines but hits real households hard.
I'm always glad to be a voice for the people of this city, whether the topic is the housing market or the cost of keeping the lights on. Understanding what it actually costs to live here — not just to buy here — is part of giving people an honest picture of Tampa.