Local radio host reminds followers - and himself - about gratitude during cancer battle
Local radio personality Drew Garabo said he has a lot to be thankful for and uses his platform and own medical battle to help others this Thanksgiving. 'You're gonna hang in there. As long as you wake up every morning with a chance to fight you're winning.'
Local radio personality Drew Garabo said he has a lot to be thankful for and uses his platform and own medical battle to help others this Thanksgiving. 'You're gonna hang in there. As long as you wake up every morning with a chance to fight you're winning.'
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Happy Thanksgiving from Good Day Tampa Bay and FOX 13 News!
Happy Thanksgiving from Good Day Tampa Bay and FOX 13 News!
Great Rides: 1966 Ford Mustang
Brad and Kristen from Parrish says their 1966 Ford Mustang has a total of 197 miles since a rotisserie restoration that started in 2009 and was completed this year.
Brad and Kristen from Parrish says their 1966 Ford Mustang has a total of 197 miles since a rotisserie restoration that started in 2009 and was completed this year.
Great Rides: 1959 Ford Skyliner and Cert Team Jeep
Vern's 1959 Ford Skyliner has a retractile hard top and the A/C still works. Merrill's Jeep has been used in several search and rescue cases in Florida and across the U.S.
Vern's 1959 Ford Skyliner has a retractile hard top and the A/C still works. Merrill's Jeep has been used in several search and rescue cases in Florida and across the U.S.
Happy birthday to Charley Belcher and Mariah Harrison!
On this day, two familiar Good Day faces were born: Mariah Harrison and Charley Belcher. In this segment, both wish each other a happy birthday and discuss how they will spend their special day, which Charley pointing out, 'Our ages are slightly different.'
On this day, two familiar Good Day faces were born: Mariah Harrison and Charley Belcher. In this segment, both wish each other a happy birthday and discuss how they will spend their special day, which Charley pointing out, 'Our ages are slightly different.'
White House: Blocking the sun could stop climate change – but how can it be done?
Recently, the White House announced it was funding a 5-year research plan on how to artificially modify the Earth’s climate. One idea is to find a way to block out the sun by spraying aerosols into the stratosphere to reflect sunlight, just like a volcano would do if it erupted violently. The United Nations recognized the potential of this, but critics said there could be a problem with experimenting with it.
Recently, the White House announced it was funding a 5-year research plan on how to artificially modify the Earth’s climate. One idea is to find a way to block out the sun by spraying aerosols into the stratosphere to reflect sunlight, just like a volcano would do if it erupted violently. The United Nations recognized the potential of this, but critics said there could be a problem with experimenting with it.
Charley Belcher's first ever assist with sword swallowing
FOX 13's Charley Belcher has been at this a long time, but there's still a first time for everything. During a preview of the Suncoast Renaissance Festival at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds, Charley helped a sword swallower with is record-breaking act.
FOX 13's Charley Belcher has been at this a long time, but there's still a first time for everything. During a preview of the Suncoast Renaissance Festival at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds, Charley helped a sword swallower with is record-breaking act.
Meet the man behind TPA's clever social media posts
Over at Tampa International Airport, there is one guy who is keeping travelers informed and entertained on social media: C.J. Johnson. He says he is all about helping passengers get to where they need while also having fun on the internet.
Over at Tampa International Airport, there is one guy who is keeping travelers informed and entertained on social media: C.J. Johnson. He says he is all about helping passengers get to where they need while also having fun on the internet.
Good Catch weekend fishing report: Cold weather is actually a good thing
It's going to be a chilly weekend, but it's still good fishing weather. It actually entices different species and makes fishing more predictable, according to Captain Dylan Hubbard at Hubbard's Marina in John's Pass.
It's going to be a chilly weekend, but it's still good fishing weather. It actually entices different species and makes fishing more predictable, according to Captain Dylan Hubbard at Hubbard's Marina in John's Pass.
Lessons learned after Hurricane Ian
From the first advisory to landfall and beyond, meteorologists, first responders, emergency managers and even residents took lessons away after Hurricane Ian slammed Florida's West Coast. Here are some of the key takeaways from FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg and Deputy Director of the National Hurricane Center Michael Brennan.
From the first advisory to landfall and beyond, meteorologists, first responders, emergency managers and even residents took lessons away after Hurricane Ian slammed Florida's West Coast. Here are some of the key takeaways from FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg and Deputy Director of the National Hurricane Center Michael Brennan.
'Community of Unity': After Ian, North Port becomes more than neighbors
The new motto in North Port is "Community of Unity" and it's an appropriate title. Neighbors became rescuers. First responders became more than lifelines. And the recovery has become a symbol of hope for everyone in Sarasota County.
The new motto in North Port is "Community of Unity" and it's an appropriate title. Neighbors became rescuers. First responders became more than lifelines. And the recovery has become a symbol of hope for everyone in Sarasota County.
Florida's second-largest AmVets post struggles after the storm
The second-largest American Veterans post in Florida, AmVets Post 312, was hit hard by Hurricane Ian. Their roof was completely torn off and caved in and nearly everything was ruined. But their insurance won't cover most of the damage, so they're asking for the community's help to get back to where they were.
The second-largest American Veterans post in Florida, AmVets Post 312, was hit hard by Hurricane Ian. Their roof was completely torn off and caved in and nearly everything was ruined. But their insurance won't cover most of the damage, so they're asking for the community's help to get back to where they were.
North Port Chief of Police tells officers' stories from the storm
Police Chief Todd Garrison said his officers were "completely cut off" from their families as the worst of the storm moved through. But they live to serve and were able to get through Hurricane Ian and continue helping others.
Police Chief Todd Garrison said his officers were "completely cut off" from their families as the worst of the storm moved through. But they live to serve and were able to get through Hurricane Ian and continue helping others.
Salvation Army building destroyed during Hurricane Ian
The Salvation Army is there to help during times of crisis, but after Hurricane Ian walloped Sarasota County, the volunteers there were left needing a helping hand of their own. Their, Lt. Col. Michele Matthews, explained that their distribution center had just been renovated before the storm and they're determined to rebuild again.
The Salvation Army is there to help during times of crisis, but after Hurricane Ian walloped Sarasota County, the volunteers there were left needing a helping hand of their own. Their, Lt. Col. Michele Matthews, explained that their distribution center had just been renovated before the storm and they're determined to rebuild again.
Neighbors become rescuers after Hurricane Ian
Alex Keith watch his neighborhood turn to a river, but he didn't sit back and wait for help. He fired up his boat and set out to help others.
Alex Keith watch his neighborhood turn to a river, but he didn't sit back and wait for help. He fired up his boat and set out to help others.
Andy Johnson's inspiration for "The Storm"
Rock Box music school student Andy Johnson wanted to honor victims of Hurricane Ian and give hope to those working on recovery.
Rock Box music school student Andy Johnson wanted to honor victims of Hurricane Ian and give hope to those working on recovery.
First responders drop everything to serve others during Hurricane Ian
Sarasota County and city of North Port first responders answer calls for help when disasters strike. For most police and fire rescue crews, they had to leave their own families and homes to help others in the face of a massive storm.
Sarasota County and city of North Port first responders answer calls for help when disasters strike. For most police and fire rescue crews, they had to leave their own families and homes to help others in the face of a massive storm.
Schools became shelters during Ian, then damage made them unusable
It's typical for school buildings to become shelter locations during a hurricane. The infrastructure is secure and the amenities are suited for hosting those who need help and refuge from a storm. But in Sarasota County, shelters had to remain open, some for more than a week, meaning they couldn't welcome students back in. Other schools were so badly damaged during the storm, they still require extensive repairs.
It's typical for school buildings to become shelter locations during a hurricane. The infrastructure is secure and the amenities are suited for hosting those who need help and refuge from a storm. But in Sarasota County, shelters had to remain open, some for more than a week, meaning they couldn't welcome students back in. Other schools were so badly damaged during the storm, they still require extensive repairs.
Austin's restaurant reopens in North Port
It was formerly Austin's Olde World Restaurant, but after extensive damage from Hurricane Ian, owner Mike Austin decided to reopen as Austin's North Port.
It was formerly Austin's Olde World Restaurant, but after extensive damage from Hurricane Ian, owner Mike Austin decided to reopen as Austin's North Port.
Parts of rural Wachula saw worst of flooding from Peace River
Parts of Hardee County remained underwater days after Hurricane Ian, as the Peace River flooded rural areas of the Riverview and Wauchula communities.
Parts of Hardee County remained underwater days after Hurricane Ian, as the Peace River flooded rural areas of the Riverview and Wauchula communities.