Blogger Spotlight: Some Tips to Keep Pedestrians Safe

With all the traffic, not to mention all of the visitors who aren't sure where they're going, Tampa can be a scary place for pedestrians.

In her first blog, Lisa Timmer, neighborhood affairs liaison for the Tampa Police Department, offers some practical tips for pedestrians, such as catching the driver's eye and making sure he sees you before crossing the street.

Read more on Timmer's blog on South Tampa-Hyde Park Patch.

And we invite you to follow in Timmer's footsteps and post your own blog. We're looking for bloggers with a variety of interests, opinions and expertise.

Just sign in or sign up on South Tampa-Hyde Park Patch if you're not already a user.

Then post your blog here.