Balm is an unincorporated, rural community located in southeastern Hillsborough County, Florida state. It is about 18 miles southeast of Tampa.

It is the location of Goodson Farms packing house and vegetable/fruit stand. Along with that, there are also four tropical fish farms and a small holding area for Barnum and Bailey's circus animals.

Lost in a Sinkhole

The Tampa Bay Area has recently been plagued with deadly and dangerous sinkholes. A recent death in the news has brought to light the ongoing problem that central Florida has been dealing with forever. Most home owners require special insurance on their property to protect from the possible major damages that can be made by sinkholes. Sinkholes are a naturally..