Erik Waxler is a Multi-Media Journalist and News Reporter for WFTS-TV, focusing on local news in the Tampa, Florida area. With a passion for community stories, Erik covers a wide range of topics including local events, social issues, and impactful stories that affect the residents of Tampa.
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Erik Waxler's articles predominantly cover local events, government announcements, and breaking news in Florida's Tampa area. The prevalent themes include family & relationships, sports, and crime.
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By: Erik Waxler
PASCO COUNTY, Fla — For half of his life, addiction and crime controlled Joseph Melendez’s life.
In May, Pasco County is holding a Moon Lake Community Clean-up that will include the use of dumpsters and free waste drop-off at the landfill.
At 66 years old, returning to the workforce wasn’t something he thought he’d have to do. But with the rising cost of living many seniors can’t make it on their social security alone.
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. — 10-year-old Grant Davis is part of the team that makes a local mobile pantry go.
New Port Richey is one of a handful of places in Florida designated as a Monarch City because of its dedication to the cause.
Rachel Canipe started Women in Tech and Entrepreneurship to bring together women to support each other and network in the Tampa Bay area.
By: Erik Waxler
Ishaanth Ravichandran, known as Ish, wanted to do something a little different for his Eagle Scout project. His efforts took him to the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office and its K9 Unit.
Luke Hatcher and his friend were fishing at a pond inside the gated Esplanade section of the Starkey Ranch community. As they were leaving, they were confronted by an angry resident with a knife.
By: Erik Waxler
The Florida resident was captured on video chasing a 15-year-old and his friend as they were leaving the community.
Pasco County feeds about 600 people through the Older Americans Act. It's designed to get food to frail, homebound, or isolated seniors.
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