Identifying Local Opportunities

From the Tampa Bay Times front page, one could look and see many problems. For example, the Senate impeachment trials pose a problem for those who support the current President and those who argue about substantive versus procedural law. In another way, the fine print article listed at the bottom that speaks to online hoaxes and how they follow specific patterns also poses a problem for those who are themselves frequently subject to these hoaxes or are close to someone who is. While some may look at these and see them as problems only, there is more than meets the eye. Each one of these articles presents what could be a business opportunity. There are many to be spoken on, and many could be iterated here. However, only five will be chosen and dissected below.
1. "Motorcyclist uses two knives to attack man on Treasure Island, police say"
https://www.tampabay.com/news/crime/2020/01/31/motorcyclist-uses-two-knives-to-attack-man-on-treasure-island-police-say/
This article speaks about Mr. Pocevich, who assaulted and battered a unnamed man on an access road in Treasure Island early Sunday morning. While the perpetrator did not own up to the crime and claimed the victim "walked" into his knife and sliced his own neck, the police have set his bail and trial date.
The problem presented in this story is ongoing violence in Treasure Island.
The people who have this problem are those who reside or travel through Treasure Island.
2. "The driver of an SUV fled after hitting a child in Hillsborough. Now she’s in jail, deputies say."
https://www.tampabay.com/news/crime/2020/01/31/the-driver-of-an-suv-hit-a-child-in-hillsborough-then-she-took-off/
This article speaks about Ms. Ryan, who hit a child crossing the road and fled from the scene. Fortunately, traffic cameras caught the heinous act, and police were able to track her down and arrest her early Friday morning.
The problem is hit and run drivers, or at least reckless drivers in Hillsborough County,
The people presented with this problem are those who reside in Hillsborough County, sheriffs and police who have to track down perpetrators, and politicians who have to assure citizens that their cities are safe.
3. "Florida has $2 billion in unclaimed property. Is some of it yours?"
https://www.tampabay.com/news/business/2020/01/31/florida-has-2-billion-in-unclaimed-property-is-some-of-it-yours/?clearUserState=true
This article informs its readers that there is two billion dollars in unclaimed funds that the Florida state government uses if no rightful owner steps up. This money is used to furnish public schools, but if someone claims the funds after their use, the equivalent amount will be given to them. The link for this service is in the article.
The problem is unclaimed funds by Florida residents.
The people who have the problem are those who have no clue their money is being taken, and the federal government who must decide who rightfully receives this money.
4. "US advises no travel to China, where virus deaths top 200"
https://www.tampabay.com/news/nation-world/2020/01/31/us-advises-no-travel-to-china-where-virus-deaths-top-200/
This article seeks to inform the readers of the coronavirus that hails from Wuhan, China. The virus kills mainly those with weak immune systems, the elderly, and small children all who cannot properly defend themselves against the symptoms that arise from this virus. While the virus has been labelled an emergency, the World Health Organization states that it is mainly because of its highly contagious nature and the fact that many people who are predisposed to become very ill will become so if they come in contact with a coronavirus carrier.
The problem is the coronavirus, but on a deeper level it is also the large amount of poor health care in China.
The people who have the problem is anyone. Anyone capable of becoming sick or who currently have the illness are facing this problem.
5. "Ethics panel finds grounds that Temple Terrace mayor exaggerated degree"
https://www.tampabay.com/news/hillsborough/2020/01/30/ethics-panel-finds-grounds-that-temple-terrace-mayor-exaggerated-degree/
This article tells of the current Temple Terrace mayor, Mel Jurado, who seemingly padded her resumé to boost her credibility and credentials in the public's mind. The mayor can choose to face a hearing right before a mayoral election in November or reach a settlement with the prosecutor for the state.
The problem is a padded resumé.
The person who suffers from this problem is the mayor herself. She must decide whether to be forthcoming or continue to lie about her credentials as well as decide to risk public shame for the public's understanding.